Forefront Dermatology

Avalon Regalbuto, DO, FAAD

Sculptra at Forefront Dermatology

Q: How does Sculptra work?

A: Sculptra uses poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biodegradable synthetic material that stimulates your body’s own collagen production, essentially prompting the skin to regenerate itself. This rebuilds your skin’s structural framework over several months for natural-looking volume and firmness. 

Q: What misconceptions might people have?

A: The two biggest misconceptions I hear are that Sculptra provides immediate results and that it is just a filler that adds volume. Sculptra is a biostimulator, which I often describe as a fertilizer. It stimulates your skin’s production of new collagen, and therefore does so much more than simply adding volume.

Q: What benefits can be expected?

A: Since Sculptra doesn’t just fill in wrinkles or correct volume loss—it improves the overall quality and thickness of your skin. Skin appears smoother, firmer and more youthful. Sculptra leads to more sustainable improvements than traditional fillers, often yielding longer-lasting, natural-looking results.

Q: What makes Sculptra a top-tier treatment?

A: Sculptra is highly customizable. The number of sessions and the amount of product needed will vary based on your individual goals. It also doesn’t have to be used in isolation. It can complement other treatments, such as neurotoxin, hyaluronic acid fillers or even skincare treatments like microneedling, to achieve a more comprehensive, youthful appearance.

Dr. Avalon Regalbuto offers personalized, high-quality medical, surgical and cosmetic skincare all in one place. She has extensive experience diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin, hair and nail conditions, with a special focus on managing hair loss and scalp disorders. At Forefront, patients receive expert treatment with a local, community-focused approach backed by the strength and resources of a larger network of three locations across Sandy Springs, Alpharetta and Cumming.

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