SculptraAesthetic added to anti-aging filler options

Do we need a new filler? YES! SculptraAesthetic

The new face is a soft, full youthful one. Choices have expanded over the last few years and now with the introduction of SculptraAesthetic we have a great new addition to our anti-aging bag of tricks. SculptraAesthetic is a long lasting injectable that is changing the way we revitalize an aging face. It works differently than the ususal dermal fillers. It is injected just under the surface of the skin. It acts as a biostimulant, meaning SculptraAesthetic stimulates thick skin, resulting in youthful volume and remarkable reduction in lines and wrinkles. Hollow cheeks fill out, deep grooves from the nose to the mouth fill in. The result: you look like you, only better! Natural contours are restored and correction can last for 2 years or more.

The secret ingredient is poly L lactic acid, the same material that absorbable surgical sutures are made of. The material is dissolved in water, a local anesthetic is added and is injected with a tiny needle into the area that needs correction. Over the next few weeks the skin is stimulated and the correction gradually develops.

But Sculptra is not really new. It was originally FDA approved for treatment of the facial wasting that can occur in people who with HIV/AIDS over 3 years ago. Results have been excellent in restoring a healthful appearance. Europeans have used Sculptra in cosmetic patients for even longer. Now the FDA has given the nod for the cosmetic use of Sculptra (now known as SculptraAesthetic) in the US.

The good news is that when the FDA approved the cosmetic use of Sculptra and renamed it SculptraAesthetic the price came down! This is the same tried and true product but at a lower cost. SculptraAesthetic treatment is now about the same as dermal fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm and lasts twice as long.

Because of the nature of SculptraAesthetic multiple treatments are needed over the space of several months to achieve results. There is some swelling and soreness after treatment and bruising can occur. Side effects include rare bumps that slowly fade. ScuptraAesthetic is a welcome addition to our filler options. Consultation with a cosmetic dermatologist with will help individuals decide if SculptraAesthetic is the right treatment for them. To find a qualified physician contact the American Academy of Dermatology or the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

About Dr. Susan Van Dyke
Susan Van Dyke, M.D. is a board certified dermatologist who has performed more than 10,000 non-invasive cosmetic procedures. She is a top consultant and national physician trainer for Medicis, Allergan, Lumenis and Solta (manufacturers of Thermage and Fraxel); on the advisory board for Valeant Pharmaceuticals; on the speakers’ bureaus for RevaleSkin, Clinique Medical and Obagi; a “Platinum Plus” BOTOX Cosmetic and Juvederm Provider; and her practice is designated as a BOTOX Cosmetic National Training Center. Dr. Van Dyke has been honored as a faculty member by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and is typically one of the first to launch the latest proven therapies in cosmetic medicine. For more information on Dr. Van Dyke and her practice, Van Dyke Laser & Skin, visit www.VanDykeLaser.com.

Hours of operation for Van Dyke Laser & Skin are Tues.-Fri. from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sat. from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Consultations and appointments can be booked by calling 480.948.5045.

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