Sculptra for Collagen Stimulation

Sculptra (injectable poly-L-lactic acid) is an FDA-approved product designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face. This treatment is highly effective, with substantial scientific evidence demonstrating long-lasting, noticeable results.

Sculptra is recommended for individuals with healthy immune systems to correct shallow to deep nasolabial folds and other facial wrinkles. The most common areas treated with Sculptra include the lower face (chin and jowls), mid-cheek region, and the upper face (temples, forehead, and brows).

After receiving Sculptra injections, we recommend massaging the treated area for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days. This helps to disperse the Sculptra particles smoothly and evenly under the skin. As the Sculptra particles begin to stimulate collagen synthesis, patients will notice improvements in skin texture. At this point, we often proceed with another injection session to enhance the initial improvements. Most patients achieve full results after 2-3 treatments.

This natural collagen stimulation process can last up to 2 years. At Brandywine Med Spa in Kennett Square, we often combine Sculptra injections with Exilis Ultra treatments, which use radiofrequency and ultrasound energy for skin tightening. This combination yields superior results, and we have observed remarkable outcomes in our patients.

Anti-aging neck treatments

Neck wrinkles, also known as “necklace lines” or “tech neck,” are a common sign of aging. These wrinkles and lines can appear due to a variety of factors, including sun damage, natural aging, and repetitive movements, like looking down at a phone or computer screen. Improve not remove is the name of the game with these necklace-like creases.

Fortunately, there are several treatments available to help reduce the appearance of neck wrinkles.

  1. Moisturize: Keeping the skin on your neck well-hydrated is essential in reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

  2. SPF: Wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every day and cover your neck with a scarf or clothing when outside.
  3. Retinoids: Retinoids are a type of vitamin A that can help increase collagen production, which can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
  4. Chemical peels: Chemical peels are a cosmetic treatment that can help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. A chemical solution is applied to the skin, which causes the top layer to peel off, revealing smoother, younger-looking skin underneath.

  5. Botox: Neuromodulators, like Jeuveau and Botox, are commonly used off-label in the neck. Being muscle relaxers, these toxins work best on hyperactive bands that surface when the platysma contracts. If you see a band fluctuating in appearance during dynamic movement-speaking, smiling, laughing, frowning, we can place a neuromodulator throughout the band to relax it. If the platysma is clearly lax, loose, and wavy, adding toxin is not going to make those neck bands go away.

  6. Laser resurfacing: Laser resurfacing is a non- invasive method to treat fine lines and wrinkles. We offer Aerolase laser in our office to help stimulate collagen production and reduce the appearance of neck wrinkles.

  7. Vivace Microneedling Radio-frequency : A lot of the neck crepiness comes from weakening of the dermis. With Microneedling Radiofrequency (Vivace), we create micro-injuries into the dermis, tricking the fibroblast cells to go through a healing phase and produce more collagen, which makes the dermal layer thicker and stronger for less visible crepiness.

  8. Exilis Ultra: In more severe cases of neck wrinkling, Exilis Ultra is used to target the deeper fibers of collagen that swim through the subcutaneous terrain, from the dermis down to above the muscle. Exilis Ultra delivers both Radiofrequency and Ultrasound energy for skin tightening effect. Thermage, Softwave and Ultherapy are few other modalities for skin tightening.
  9. Dermal fillers: Dermal fillers can be used to add volume to the skin on your neck and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Fillers like hyaluronic acid ( Restylane, Versa, RHA Redensity) can help plump up the skin, giving it a more youthful appearance. Horizontal neck lines truly feel like scar tissue when you get in there with a needle and injecting into these fine crevices can offer a subcision-like effect, freeing things up a bit to smooth the skin. There can be a fair amount of bruising along the length of the lines when going this route.

  10. Sculptra and Radiesse: When the skin of the neck gets crinkled and suddenly lacks snap, the goal is to increase protein production to thicken things up. The so-called biostimulatory injectables, Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid) and Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite), when sufficiently diluted, can jumpstart collagen and elastin synthesis in the area of injection.

At Brandywine Med Spa we offer a customized approach to your unique skin care needs and offer complimentary consultations to offer a treatment plan for you.

Non-surgical nose job

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Non-surgical rhinoplasty also known as a non-surgical nose job, liquid rhinoplasty, a liquid nose job, or nose filler offers a more convenient and less expensive alternative to traditional rhinoplasty. For those who have imperfections of the nose such as a bump or drooping tip, dermal fillers can

be used to temporarily correct them, achieving a more balanced appearance to the face.

WHAT CAN BE TREATED?

  • Crooked nose
  • Bump on the nasal bridge
  • Low nasal bridge
  • Drooping nasal tip
  •   Pinched nasal tip

Non-surgical nose job is performed quickly and conveniently at Brandywine Med Spa in Kennett Square. Only topical anesthesia is needed to keep you comfortable during the injections. Before the treatment your skin will be cleansed, and once you’re ready, a dermal filler is injected into target areas on and around your nose to achieve the appearance you want. Although you may feel some slight pressure during the injections, it won’t hurt.

There is no downtime with this procedure and most patients can go back to work same day. There can be mild bruising or swelling after the procedure that usually resolves in 1-3 days

It takes about 30 min to do the procedure. The results can last 8-15 months depending on the selection of filler. During your consultation process we discuss the various types of fillers, their cost and how long you can expect your results to last.