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Cosmetic Injectables

Sculptra

A collagen biostimulator that rebuilds your skin's foundation from within. Gradual, natural-looking volume that can last more than two years.

Sculptra collagen stimulation treatment at Auveau Aesthetics in West Lake Hills

What Is Sculptra?

Sculptra Aesthetic is an FDA-approved injectable that works differently from traditional dermal fillers. Rather than simply adding volume beneath the skin, Sculptra stimulates your body's own collagen production using poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biocompatible synthetic material that has been used in reconstructive medicine for over two decades.

The result is a gradual restoration of facial volume that builds over several weeks and can last more than two years. Because the volume comes from your own collagen, the improvement looks and feels completely natural. Sculptra does not fill lines so much as it rebuilds the structural support beneath them.

How Sculptra Works

When injected into the deep dermis, Sculptra's poly-L-lactic acid microparticles trigger a controlled collagen response. Over the weeks following treatment, new collagen forms around the injection sites, gradually thickening and smoothing the skin from within.

Most patients complete a series of two to three treatment sessions spaced about four to six weeks apart. Results emerge gradually, with full improvement visible several weeks after the final session. This gradual timeline means the change is subtle enough that it looks like you simply stopped aging.

Areas We Treat with Sculptra

Cheeks Temples Nasolabial Folds Marionette Lines Chin Jawline Under-Eye Hollows


Why Patients Choose Auveau for Sculptra

Sculptra requires a deeper understanding of facial anatomy than traditional fillers. The injection sites, depths, and volumes must be precisely calculated to produce even, symmetrical collagen growth over time. It is not a treatment where one-size-fits-all protocols deliver good results.

Our lead provider, Chrissy Gray Lim, PA-C, builds a multi-session treatment plan based on your specific volume loss patterns and goals. She maps injection points to your unique facial structure and adjusts the plan as your collagen rebuilds between sessions.

Patients choose Sculptra at Auveau because they want results that last, that look natural, and that come from their own body's regenerative capacity rather than synthetic filler alone.

Sculptra treatment before and after comparison at Auveau

What to Expect

A gradual transformation built on your own collagen.

1

Consultation

We evaluate your volume loss, skin quality, and goals to build a personalized Sculptra treatment plan, including the number of sessions needed.

2

Treatment Series

Sculptra is injected into targeted areas after topical numbing. Most patients complete 2 to 3 sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Post-treatment massage is recommended.

3

Results

Collagen builds gradually over several weeks. Full results appear after the final session and can last more than 2 years. The improvement is subtle and natural.


What Patients Say

5.0 stars from 233 reviews on Google.

★★★★★

"The Staff at Auveau is amazing. The quality of service is simply untouchable. No other Medical spa that I have been to in Austin compares! I have received Botox and morpheus8 here. I love my results. The injectors here keep everything natural looking. Overall, I give this place 5 stars!!"

Torie E. — August 2023

★★★★★

"I had a fabulous facial with Breanna. She always does a great job. I’ve been going to her, since she started at Auveau. I am also doing a hair treatment for thinning hair and I now have baby hair growing all over the crown of my head. I am so excited. The process really works."

Dnay — January 2025

★★★★★

"Been going to Patty for a while now for Botox and Lip fillers. She is great at adjusting my Botox based on what I'm trying to achieve - ie. raise my eyebrows a bit more. And her expertise in lip injections can't be beat - amazing at giving me a natural look. Thanks!"

Andrea F. — February 2021


Frequently Asked Questions

How is Sculptra different from other dermal fillers?
Most dermal fillers add volume directly by injecting hyaluronic acid beneath the skin. Sculptra works differently by stimulating your body to produce its own collagen. The volume comes from your own tissue, which is why results look and feel natural and last significantly longer.
How many Sculptra sessions will I need?
Most patients require 2 to 3 treatment sessions, spaced about 4 to 6 weeks apart. The number of sessions depends on the degree of volume loss and your aesthetic goals. Your provider will outline a plan during your consultation.
How long do Sculptra results last?
Sculptra results can last more than 2 years. Because the volume comes from your own collagen production, the results are long-lasting and diminish gradually and naturally over time.
What is the recovery like after Sculptra?
Recovery is minimal. You may experience mild swelling, redness, or tenderness at injection sites. We recommend massaging the treated area 5 times a day for 5 minutes over 5 days following treatment to ensure even distribution. You can return to daily activities immediately.
When will I see results from Sculptra?
Because Sculptra works by stimulating collagen growth, results develop gradually over several weeks. You may notice initial improvement after your first session, but full results become visible after completing the treatment series. This gradual timeline is what makes the outcome look so natural.


Your Provider

Chrissy Gray Lim, PA-C

Chrissy Gray Lim, PA-C

Founder & Lead Provider

Nationally certified physician assistant with advanced master-injector training in dermal fillers and Botox. Specializes in natural, subtle results calibrated to each patient's unique anatomy.

PA-CMPASMaster InjectorEvexiPEL Certified

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Individual results may vary. Sculptra outcomes depend on the degree of volume loss, skin quality, and adherence to the recommended treatment series. A consultation is required to determine candidacy. Sculptra Aesthetic is a registered trademark of Galderma.