PLLA (Sculptra™)

Patients may experience bruising and swelling, which usually resolves within a few days, but full recovery may take a week or two. Some patients may notice raised bumps or bumps on the skin, which are usually not cause for concern unless accompanied by other symptoms, such as redness, tenderness, or pain, which may show a possible severe allergic reaction or infection. If patients notice these symptoms, they should contact our clinic immediately. After undergoing a PLLA treatment, if there are other symptoms, such as redness, tenderness, or pain, this may indicate a possible severe allergic reaction or infection. If patients notice these symptoms, they should contact our clinic immediately.

The cost of PLLA varies from patient to patient and depends on the type of treatment recommended by your treating clinician to achieve the results you desire. We always recommend that our patients have an initial consultation in our clinic to determine the cost of a Rejuran™. The treating clinician can assess your problem areas and develop a customised treatment plan based on your goals, health, and concerns. Prices start at $795 per vial.

PLLA treatments must be followed by the 5-5-5 rule. 5 minutes of massage, 5 times per day, for 5 days. This prevents the product from forming lumps or nodules and is vital.

PLLA results typically at last least 24 months after the initial treatment phase. With maintenance treatments recommended yearly, results of a PLLA are long lasting. There are no general rules for how long the results should last, and they will vary from patient to patient, especially if patients are exposed to excessive UV rays, cigarette or e-cigarette smoke, excessive alcohol consumption, or a poor diet.

To ensure proper healing and best results, your clinician will provide you with a follow-up plan, which may include:

• Do not touch the skin
• Do not wear makeup for 24 hours after treatment
• Do not exercise for 12 hours after treatment
• Do not use active skin care products for at least five days after treatment.
• Avoid skin treatments that may cause stress or stress on the skin, such as microdermabrasion, micro-needling, and facial massage
• Stay away from extreme temperatures, such as saunas, hydrotherapy, ice baths, or hot yoga for 24 hours

Patients may experience bruising and swelling, which usually resolves within a few days, but full recovery may take a week or two.

Regardless of the cosmetic or medical treatment, you should know the associated risks and complications before deciding on any treatment. PLLA treatments carry the following risks and complications:

• Allergic reaction
• Scarring
• Blisters
• Swelling
• Bruises
• Skin discolouration
• Itching
• Redness

Before undergoing a treatment, you must register at our Shellharbour clinic for an initial consultation with our qualified clinical team. During your consultation, you will discuss your lifestyle and health, including medical history, allergies, and any medications or supplements you may be taking. It is important to mention any allergic reactions to drugs or skin care products you may have experienced in the past and any other recent beauty treatments you’ve had. These factors affect how your body responds and how the treatment recovers.

If you have any concerns, a consultation is when you ask questions about your treatment. Your clinician will ask about your current problems and reasons for wanting a cosmetic procedure and evaluate the treatment area. You should discuss what you hope to achieve with the treatment and your aesthetic goals. All the information you provide during the consultation is essential to developing a customised treatment plan that considers your health, concerns and expected outcomes to achieve the best possible result.