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Polyactate Injections

Polyactate Injections - Introduction

Polyactate injections are found under the names Sculptra and New-Fill. It is one of the many fillers used by cosmetic surgeons. For over twenty years this non-animal based product has been used in orthopedic, plastic and reconstructive surgery. Polyactate is safe and reliable tool in the fight against aging. And although most of the fight against aging is thought to be a woman’s battle, more and more men are also looking for ways to restore their youthful appearance in order to be more confident. Sculptra was first used to correct face-wasting in patients who were suffering from HIV (human immunodeficiency virus).

Polyactate is a good solution for patients that might be susceptible to allergic reaction. Since polyactate is not made form any animal products, a patient can go from consultation to treatment (injection) immediately instead of waiting for the results of an allergy test.

Polyactate Injections – Finding A Surgeon

In terms of finding the best possible surgeon to perform the polyactate procedure, sometimes all a patient has to do is ask others that have had the procedure. If this is not possible, a patient can call the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to see who regularly performs the polyactate procedure. Because polyactate is very popular, some people have tried to take advantage of limited budgets and advertised cheaper services. However, many of these ‘doctors’ are not licensed; or they may not have had the proper training to perform the polyactate procedure. And these are very real things that any patient undergoing a surgical procedure should consider and research.

Polyactate Injections - Consultation

In an initial consultation, the polyactate treatment candidate will discuss the various options available to them to help with their facial concerns. In some cases, polyactate is not the best option and other methods can be used. The physician will examine the areas that the patient is concerned about, and then make a determination as to what can be realistically achieved with polyactate. In some cases, the physician will be able to show the patient ‘before’ and ‘after’ pictures of other patients who have undergone a procedure with polyactate. In this case, the patient will be able to see what the polyactate can do for them and make their decision based on past results. Also in the initial consultation, it is imperative that the full medical history is disclosed so that the physician is aware of the patient’s past. Some medical conditions and medication can interfere with the polyactate and need to be told to the physician so as to avoid any unnecessary complications.

Mesotherapy – Risks And Precautions

Mesotherapy is not indicated for those patients that may be pregnant or may become pregnant, those with a history of stroke or heart related problems, bleeding disorders, blood clots, cancer, or diabetes. Significant side effects can result if these conditions are not disclosed prior to undergoing mesotherapy including infections, reactions to the ingredients, bleeding, and kidney issues. Bruising is the most common side effect of mesotherapy. This effect can be heightened with the use of certain medication prior to the treatment and it should be noted that all instructions of the physician/mesotherapy practitioner should be followed prior to and following the treatment.

Best Candidates for Polyactate Injection Treatment

The best candidates for polyactate are those who have age related wrinkles or creases in their face and would like to have them smoothed over. Patients who are suffering from sun damage and smoking related skin damage will also benefit from the polyactate. As with all cosmetic procedures, those patients who are in good physical and psychological health are the suited for receiving polyactate. Patients who smoke may be urged to quit prior to their procedure so that the healing process is not slowed. Patients who choose the polyactate must also have realistic expectations for the procedure as no one cosmetic surgery can fix all problems and erase all that time has done to the face.

Polyactate Injection Procedure - Duration

The entire polyactate procedure takes only 30 minutes of injections into the areas that the patient wants to have filled. Most patients will require two to three treatments for the full effect, spaced at one month intervals. At that point, the polyactate treatments last for a long time. Patients have reported that the effects of polyactate have lasted anywhere form twelve to eighteen months after the initial round of treatment. That makes polyactate the longest lasting of the cosmetic fillers currently available. The results are not permanent though and the polyactate will eventually be reabsorbed into the body.

Polyactate Injections – Risks And Complications

As with any injectable fillers, polyactate may cause bruises, redness and swelling in the days following the procedure. This can be calmed with cold compresses or elevation of the area. Other more serious side effects can include infection and bleeding, but these are rare when the physician is well-trained and experienced in giving polyactate injections. Most patients find that they can return to work within a few days of the treatment, but this will vary from patient to patient and physician to physician. It is vital that a patient follow the pre- and post-operative instructions that their physician has given them. This will prevent any undue complications from the polyactate treatment. In rare cases, hard nodules have formed at the injection sites after a patient received the polyactate treatment.