Aesthetics · Riverhead Wellness MD

Sculptra^® — Restore Your Skin’s Natural Foundation

Rebuild collagen. Restore volume. Reveal a naturally refreshed you.

Sculptra at Riverhead

A naturally refreshed you.

Aging isn’t just about wrinkles. Over time, our skin gradually loses collagen, the essential protein responsible for its firmness, structure, and youthful appearance. This can lead to facial volume loss, skin laxity, and deeper lines and folds.

Sculptra works differently from traditional dermal fillers. Rather than simply adding volume, Sculptra stimulates your body’s own collagen production, gradually restoring facial structure and improving skin quality from within.

The result? Subtle, natural-looking rejuvenation that develops over time and can last up to two years.

What Makes Sculptra Different?

Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable biostimulator made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible, biodegradable material that encourages your skin to produce new collagen.

Unlike traditional hyaluronic acid fillers, which provide immediate volume, Sculptra works progressively to rebuild your skin’s underlying support structure.

Clinician providing Sculptra treatment to the upper arm — Arm

Close-up of abdominal skin texture — Body

Clinician providing Sculptra treatment to the neck — Neck

Benefits of Sculptra include:

Natural collagen stimulationHelps restore the structural foundation of aging skin.
Gradual volume restorationSoftens hollowing and facial folds without an abrupt change in appearance.
Improved skin qualityEnhances firmness, smoothness, and overall skin appearance.
Long-lasting resultsImprovements can last up to 24 months.
Subtle, natural-looking resultsLook refreshed without looking noticeably “done.”

What to Expect

Sculptra is a gradual treatment designed to deliver progressive improvement rather than an instant transformation.

Most patients benefit from a series of 2–3 treatment sessions spaced several weeks apart, although your treatment plan will depend on your individual goals and degree of facial volume loss.

As your body produces new collagen, improvements become more noticeable over the following weeks and months.

Downtime is generally minimal, although temporary swelling, bruising, tenderness, or redness can occur. Small lumps or nodules are also possible, sometimes appearing later.

Is Sculptra Right for You?

Sculptra may be an excellent option if you’ve noticed facial volume loss, deeper folds, or declining skin firmness and want a natural-looking approach to rejuvenation.

It can also be particularly appealing for patients experiencing facial changes following significant weight loss.

At Riverhead Wellness MD, we take a personalized, physician-led approach to facial rejuvenation. Our goal isn’t to change the way you look. It’s to help restore the healthy, youthful characteristics of your skin while preserving what makes your appearance uniquely yours.

Ready to restore your skin’s natural foundation?

Schedule your Sculptra consultation at Riverhead Wellness MD in Charlottesville, Virginia, and discover a more natural approach to long-lasting facial rejuvenation.

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Results vary by individual. Sculptra is a prescription injectable treatment and may not be appropriate for everyone. It should not be used in patients with certain severe allergies or a history of keloid or hypertrophic scarring. Other risks include injection-site reactions, nodules, and rare serious injection complications. Your provider will discuss risks, benefits, and alternatives during your consultation.