Sculptra
Sculptra
Sculptra (/ˈskʌlptrə/) is a type of injectable dermal filler used in aesthetic medicine and dermatology to stimulate collagen production and restore facial volume lost due to aging or illness.
Etymology
The term "Sculptra" is a portmanteau of the English words "sculpture" and "intra", referring to its use in sculpting or reshaping facial contours from within the skin.
Usage
Sculptra is primarily used to treat shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds (lines extending from the nose to the corners of the mouth), marionette lines (lines extending from the corners of the mouth down to the chin), and chin wrinkles. It is also used to increase volume in areas of fat loss, such as in people with HIV who experience facial lipoatrophy, a condition characterized by the loss of fat under the skin.
Mechanism of Action
Sculptra works by stimulating the body's own collagen production. It contains poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible and biodegradable synthetic substance that is gradually and naturally absorbed by the body. As PLLA microparticles are absorbed, they stimulate collagen production, which helps to replenish lost volume and gradually improve the appearance of wrinkles and folds.
Related Terms
- Dermal filler
- Collagen
- Facial wrinkles
- Nasolabial folds
- Marionette lines
- Chin wrinkles
- HIV
- Facial lipoatrophy
- Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sculptra
- Wikipedia's article - Sculptra
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