Sculptra® Treatments
Sculptra® is a biostimulatory treatment that gently encourages your skin to rebuild its own collagen over time, restoring facial volume gradually, for results that emerge naturally over several months. Administered personally by Dr. Erin Gold, MD, in her private Highland Park studio or your own home.
Why Patients Choose Sculptra®
- Stimulates your body's own collagen production
- Results build gradually over 2–3 months
- Often used in a series for full correction
- Performed personally by a board-certified physician
Where Sculptra® Helps Most
Unlike dermal fillers, Sculptra® doesn't add volume immediately. It works with your body over several months to rebuild collagen, restoring a fuller, more youthful facial structure with each treatment in the series.
Temples
Restores lost volume that can leave the temple area looking hollow over time.
Cheeks
Gradually rebuilds soft, natural fullness across the midface.
Jawline
Softens sagging along the jawline as collagen rebuilds beneath the skin.
Overall Facial Volume
A full series creates broad, natural-looking rejuvenation across the face.
The Science Behind Sculptra®
Sculptra® is made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible material that has been used safely in medicine for decades. Once injected, it acts as a scaffold that stimulates your own fibroblasts to gradually produce new collagen, restoring facial volume from within rather than simply filling space.
Are You a Good Candidate?
- You've noticed gradual volume loss in your cheeks or temples rather than isolated fine lines
- You're looking for a subtle, natural-building result rather than an immediate change
- You're willing to commit to a series of 2 to 3 sessions spaced several weeks apart
- You're not pregnant, breastfeeding, or prone to keloid scarring
Caring for Your Results
- Follow the "rule of 5s": massage the treated area for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days
- Avoid strenuous exercise and excessive heat for 24 to 48 hours
- Mild swelling or bruising is normal and typically resolves within a few days
- Results build gradually over 2 to 3 months as your body produces new collagen
What to Expect
A calm, unhurried process from start to finish, in our studio or your own home.
Consultation
Dr. Gold assesses your facial volume and builds a treatment plan, often spanning a series of visits.
Preparation
The treatment area is cleansed and mapped for even, symmetric product placement.
Treatment
Sculptra® is injected beneath the skin across the targeted area. Most visits take 20 to 30 minutes.
Aftercare Guidance
Dr. Gold reviews the massage routine that helps distribute product evenly under the skin.
Sculptra® FAQ
How Many Sculptra® Sessions Will I Need?
Most patients see their best results from a series of 2 to 3 sessions, spaced several weeks apart. Dr. Gold will recommend a plan tailored to your goals.
Do I Have to Come to Your Office for Sculptra®?
Most patients visit Dr. Gold's private studio in Highland Park, IL, where she prefers to see patients, though in-home visits for Sculptra® are also available across the North Shore for those who prefer that convenience.
Can I Combine Sculptra® With Other Treatments?
Yes. Gold Aesthetics offers discounts when you combine Sculptra® with Botox®, Dysport®, or dermal fillers in the same visit.
Book Your Sculptra® Visit.
Reach out to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Gold, in her Highland Park studio or your own home.