• Avoid alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase risk of bruising)

• Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medication, if possible, for a period of 2 weeks prior to treatment.  Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vit. E, ginko bilboba, ginseng, St. John's Wort, Omega 3/fish oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS have blood thinning effects and can increase risk of bruising and swelling after injections. (If you are taking prescribed blood thinning agents, consult with your physician prior to discontinuing any medication). 

• Schedule your appointment at least 2 weeks prior to special events (ie. Weddings or vacations) as results may take up to 14 days to appear.  Also bruising and swelling may be apparent for up to 14 days post injection.
• Reschedule your appointment at least 24hours beforehand if you have a rash, cold sore or blemish on the area being treated.

• If you have a history of colds sores, please let us know, as we may need to prescribe an antiviral prior to treatment.

• Be sure to have a good breakfast or meal prior to treatment as this will decrease the chances of feeling lightheaded or dizzy during treatment.

• You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• You are required to massage the treated area vigorously for 5mins, 5x per day for 5 days. This is to ensure that the product fully integrates with the tissue. 

• Avoid consuming excess amounts of alcohol or salts to avoid excess swelling.

• If you have swelling, you may apply a cool compress for 15 minutes each hour.

• Use Tylenol for discomfort.

• Try to sleep slightly elevated if you experience swelling.

• Take Arnica to help the bruising and swelling, start at least 2 days prior to injections.

Sculptra works gradually to replace collagen lost from the ageing process. You will see a gradual change in appearance of the skin over several weeks as the treatment effect occurs, creating a natural, volumized look. 

The general rule of thumb for treatment is to complete 1 vial of Sculptra per decade of age over the course of 3 treatments.  These treatments will be spaced 6 weeks apart. As an example, a 40-year-old client would require 4 vials of Sculptra. He/She would receive 2 vials of Sculptra at their first appointment, 1 vial of Sculptra at their second appoint 6 weeks later and 1 vial of Sculptra at their 3rd appointment 6 weeks after their second appointment. 

Traditional fillers are liquid or gel substances, such as hyaluronic acid. They work by adding volume to smooth out wrinkles, lines and folds with immediate results. They do not stimulate the body to replace collagen. Sculptra is biodegradable and biocompatible and works deep under the skin to gradually replace lost collagen or correct skin creases, wrinkles, folds and scars and for skin aging. Results emerge over a few weeks for a subtle, natural and volumized appearance that can last over 2 years.  

You cannot receive Sculptra if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.Book a free consult to see if you would be a candidate.

$750.00-$1,500.00 + HST for maintenance treatments.