Harnessing Sculptra body to address skin quality concerns beyond the face
Sculptra is made with the unique PLLA-SCA™, its proprietary form of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA).1,2,3 Slow degradation of Sculptra’s PLLA-SCA™ provides continuous regenerative biostimulation, characterised by early onset of tissue response, for more than two years4,5,6,7,8 With the launch of Sculptra Body indications in the UK and Ireland, practitioners can now apply the same regenerative principles to key body areas, supporting patients who present with skin quality concerns beyond the face.
Clinical rationale
Commonly affected regions may include:⁹
In Dr Sina Salimi’s clinic, the typical Sculptra body patient is over 40 and generally health conscious. “These patients are usually healthy, fit and active individuals who are looking to improve skin texture and firmness in areas such as the upper arms, buttocks and décolletage,” he explains.
He notes that gluteal cellulite and upper arm crepiness are especially frequent concerns. “One of the most common issues is cellulite appearance in the gluteal area, as well as crepey skin and laxity…
