What to expect from your treatment

We will cleanse the treatment area to remove makeup. Dr. Kuzel's nurse will prepare the Sculptra®, which is mixed with lidocaine for additional numbing, and begin injecting the targeted area, precisely controlling the amount of solution and the depth of injection to achieve the desired result. It is injected into the skin with a  cannula. The whole procedure typically takes 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the area being treated.

After your injections, Dr. Kuzel or his nurse will massage the Sculptra® in the injection area to ensure that it is evenly distributed and minimize the risk of any nodules or lumps forming.

Dr. Kuzel recommends that patients massage the treatment area for five minutes, five times a day, for five days after the procedure, which helps disperse the Sculptra® particles smoothly and evenly under the skin.

There’s not much downtime with Sculptra®. However, the most common side effects include minor bruising, swelling, and tenderness around the injected site. These usually resolve within the first 24 to 48 hours. After your injections, you might see some plumping in the treatment area caused by the saline solution that contains the poly-L-Lactic acid. This volume fades in about 24 hours, and then it takes four to six weeks for your body to begin building new collagen.

We’ll send you home with information on what to do and look for after the procedure. A few days after your appointment, we’ll check in to see how you’re doing. If this is your first treatment, Dr. Kuzel or his team will set a follow-up to assess your results. You can always call or email us too!

What to do before your treatment

Before your visit, you should stop taking all NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications) such as aspirin, as well as herbal supplements and alcohol a day or two prior to your appointment. Always discuss any history of allergies and current medications you are taking with your treatment provider.