Sculptra Butt Lift

What Is a Sculptra Butt Lift?

A Sculptra butt lift is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure to enhance the contours and shape of the buttocks. Sculptra is a minimally invasive injectable dermal filler that stimulates collagen production within the deeper layers of the skin.

Sculptra is not a traditional dermal filler that adds volume. It is comprised of poly-L-lactic acid, which is a biocompatible substance that encourages the body to produce collagen. When injected into the buttocks, Sculptra helps stimulate collagen production to add volume, creating a more lifted and rounded backside that fits your natural anatomy with minimal downtime.

How Does a Sculptra Butt Lift Work?

Sculptra works differently than traditional hyaluronic acid fillers. While hyaluronic acid fillers add volume immediately, Sculptra’s poly-L-lactic acid formula works to encourage the body to produce more collagen, improving the skin’s overall appearance, structure, and volume.

As it takes several weeks to months to build collagen, patients typically need multiple Sculptra injections to achieve an increase in buttock volume and a visible improvement in shape.

The Differences Between Sculptra Butt Lift and Brazilian Butt Lift

A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is a body sculpting procedure that aims to enhance the contours of the buttocks in a two-phase procedure consisting of liposuction and fat grafting. Liposuction is performed in areas that will help complement the appearance of the buttocks, such as the waist, hips, or thighs. Then, the extracted fat is purified and strategically injected into the buttocks to create additional fullness and shape. While a BBL can deliver permanent results, it comes with a lengthy recovery that may not appeal to all patients. One critical component of BBL recovery is avoiding pressure on the fat grafts on the buttocks for at least two weeks, which means no sitting or lying on your butt for any amount of time.

For patients who do not have sufficient fat to undergo a fat transfer and are unable to have butt implants, a Sculptra butt lift provides a safe and effective non-surgical option. As Sculptra injections are minimally invasive, they have far fewer risks and minimal downtime. Most Sculptra butt lift patients can resume normal activities within 24 hours, including sitting.

Sculptra butt lifts provide natural-looking results without the inconvenience and downtime associated with other butt lift procedures. Depending on the volume necessary to achieve your desired results, a Sculptra butt lift may be more affordable than a traditional BBL.

Some disadvantages of Sculptra butt lifts are less dramatic results that are temporary—Sculptra results last up to two years. A BBL will provide immediate and dramatic changes to your overall figure. Sculptra butt lift develops over time as collagen production takes time, creating natural-looking results that typically take four to six months.

When determining which butt lift procedure is right for you, it’s important to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon to learn about your options. Factors that you should consider include cost, recovery time, and your desired results.

Am I an Ideal Sculptra Butt Lift Candidate?

In Ann Arbor, Michigan, Sculptra butt lift candidates are healthy men or women who are looking to achieve their ideal buttock contour. These candidates may not have sufficient fat, downtime, or desire to have a surgical butt lift.

Typically, candidates for Michigan Sculptra butt lifts should:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Be non-smokers, or willing to quit
• Be close to their ideal weight and living a healthy lifestyle
• Have realistic expectations and a positive outlook
• Understand the risks

Sculptra Butt Lift Procedure Customized Care

Before starting your Sculptra butt lift, you may be treated with a topical anesthetic to minimize discomfort. It’s important to discuss any pain concerns before beginning your Sculptra butt lift.

During your treatment, you will lie comfortably on your stomach, and Sculptra will be strategically administered to the targeted areas. You may feel pressure or a stinging sensation; however, discomfort is typically minimal. Depending on the number of vials required to achieve your aesthetic goals, Sculptra butt lift procedures typically last 30 to 60 minutes.