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sculptra and new fill guide
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indications
and uses of sculptra and new fill |
sculptra
and new fill are used for the correction of fine lines,
wrinkles and furrows or creases, as well as for the augmentation
of the cheeks, chin, and lips. it is widely studies for
the treatment of facial wasting associated with HIV infection.
It is marketed as New Fill in the UK, and Sculptra in
the US |
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composition
of
sculptra and new fill |
sculptra
and new fill are composed of polylactic acid (PLA), a
synthetic substance that is biodegradable and biocompatible.
sculptra and new fill provides a framework for your body
to produce and lay down collagen which fills in the desired
area. sculptra and new fill are resorbed within several
weeks, but your own collagen persists for many more months. |
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formulations
available |
only
one formulation available |
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longevity of
sculptra and new fill |
up to 12 to 18
months |
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cost
of sculptra and new fill |
$500
to $1000 per 1.0cc (much less in Europe) |
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allergy testing
for sculptra and new fill |
no allergy testing
is required |
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anesthesia
for
sculptra and new fill |
new-fill
may be reconstituted with Lidocaine (150 mg of powder,
2 ml of sterile water, and 1 ml of lidocaine), and ice,
topical (cream) anesthetic, local injections, or nerve
blocks may be offered |
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recovery
after sculptra and new fill injections |
usually
return to activities immediately |
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FDA approved? (US)
CE mark? (Europe)
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Yes, marketed as Sculptra in the US for treatment of
facial fat loss in people with HIV.
Yes, CE certified. Marketed as New Fill in the UK.
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available
in US? |
Yes,
as Sculptra |
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procedure time
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30 to 60 minutes,
depending on treatment areas |
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contraindications
of sculptra and new fill |
unknown |
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pros
of sculptra and new fill |
no
pre-treatment skin test, little to no downtime, long-lasting
but not permanent, non-animal origin |
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cons
of sculptra and new fill |
results
are temporary, requires multiple treatments, results not
immediately apparent because fibroblasts have to build
up |
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notes |
requires
2 to 7 treatments, 14 to 21 days apart; 3 weeks before
full effects are noticeable; commonly used for HIV related
fat atrophy and facial wasting |
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more information |
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and new fill (site currently under construction) |
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