Sculptra

Sculptra is a regenerative biostimulator that restores facial volume, improves skin quality, targets wrinkles and sagging, and enhances facial contours by stimulating your body’s own collagen production.
Sculptra works over time to provide definition and lift, making it an ideal treatment for age-related volume loss in areas such as the cheeks, temples, and jawline — delivering results that look fresh, subtle, and long-lasting.
With results lasting up to two years or more, Sculptra offers a natural approach to long-term facial and body rejuvenation.
Sculptra Treatment Areas
Face
60 MINUTES
Starting at $800+/Treatment
Sculptra restores volume and improves definition in areas such as the cheeks, temples, jawline, and nasolabial folds. It works by stimulating your body’s own collagen production, gradually improving skin structure, firmness, and elasticity over time. A series of three treatments is optimal, with results lasting 12 months to 3 years.
Body Skin Tightening
60 MINUTES
Starting at $800+/Treatment
This treatment targets areas like the abdomen, knees, or elbows to improve skin tone and firmness. Collagen-stimulating injections gradually strengthen the skin from within, helping reduce laxity and crepiness. A series of three treatments is optimal, with results lasting 12 months to 3 years.
What Are the Benefits of Sculptra?
Sculptra offers a range of benefits for both facial and body rejuvenation. Its gradual collagen-boosting action delivers improvements that evolve naturally over time.
- Stimulates natural collagen production for long-lasting volume
- Restores and enhances facial contours in cheeks, temples, jawline, and chin for a more youthful, sculpted look
- Softens deep folds, wrinkles, and sagging including nasolabial folds and marionette lines
- Improves hollow areas caused by fat or bone loss
- Provides natural, progressive enhancement – no sudden changes
- Improves skin texture and elasticity as collagen rebuilds
Why Choose Injector 5280?
At Injector 5280, we combine advanced training, artistic precision, and a personalized approach to deliver Sculptra results that are subtle, balanced, and long-lasting. Our team is known for clinical excellence, natural outcomes, and a commitment to care.
- Advanced expertise: Our injectors specialize in Sculptra and biostimulatory treatments — with a deep understanding of facial anatomy, an aesthetic eye for balance and proportion, and attention to detail.
- Natural-looking outcomes: We focus on subtle, structural rejuvenation to enhance your features while maintaining facial harmony to achieve natural-looking results.
- Personalized plans: Every treatment is tailored to your unique facial structure, skin condition, and long-term goals.
- Licensed, experienced providers: Delivering advanced aesthetic care in a boutique, 5-star-rated med spa — trusted by patients across Denver for precision, safety, and natural-looking results.
What Areas Can I Treat with Sculptra?
Sculptra is versatile and effective in multiple areas of the face and body where volume loss, contour irregularities, or skin laxity are present.
- Cheeks: Restore mid-face volume and lift
- Temples: Address hollowing and shadows
- Chin: Enhance projection and shape
- Jawline: Improve definition and structure
- Nasolabial Folds: Smooth smile lines from nose to mouth
- Marionette Lines: Reduce creases around the mouth
- Pre-Jowl Sulcus: Fill depressions along the jawline
- Back of the Hands: Correct volume loss and aging skin
- Hip Dips: Smooth and round contours
How is Sculptra Administered?
Your Sculptra treatment begins with a thorough consultation to evaluate your goals and develop a customized treatment plan. On the day of your appointment, topical numbing cream and ice are applied to minimize discomfort. Sculptra is injected under the skin in small, precise amounts using a fine needle or cannula.
The procedure typically takes 30–60 minutes depending on the number of areas treated. The product is pre-mixed with sterile water and lidocaine to improve comfort and dispersal. After injections, the area is massaged to ensure even distribution and reduce the risk of lumps.
How Long Does Sculptra Last?
Sculptra results are long-lasting, often 18–24 months or longer, thanks to the collagen it stimulates.
- You’ll typically need 2–4 treatment sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
- Maintenance treatments may be done once per year to sustain results.
- As your body builds its own collagen, results improve gradually over several weeks.
Preventative maintenance with Sculptra is ideal for patients noticing early volume loss or looking to delay the effects of aging without aggressive intervention.
When Will I See the Results from Sculptra?
You may notice a temporary plumpness immediately after treatment – this is due to the sterile water used to dilute the product and will dissipate within 24–48 hours. The true collagen-building effects begin to show over the following 4–6 weeks as your skin gradually thickens and firms.
Results continue to build with each session, and optimal volume restoration is usually seen after completing the recommended treatment series.
What Are the Benefits of Sculptra Over Other Alternatives?
Sculptra differs from traditional hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers by offering long-term, structural collagen regeneration instead of immediate volume replacement. Key advantages include:
- Collagen-based correction instead of synthetic volume
- Suitable for larger volume correction, such as the temples and the midface
- Longer-lasting effects (often up to 2 years or more when fully corrected)
- Natural, subtle transitions – ideal for patients concerned with looking overdone
Sculptra pairs well with other treatments (like wrinkle relaxers or lasers) for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
How to Prepare for Your Sculptra Treatment
To reduce the risk of bruising and promote a smooth recovery:
- Avoid blood-thinning agents for 7–10 days before treatment (e.g. aspirin, NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, St. John’s Wort)
- If you’re prone to cold sores, let your provider know beforehand
- Stay well hydrated and avoid alcohol 24 hours before your appointment
What Can I Anticipate After Treatment?
Downtime is minimal. You can resume most normal activities right away, but avoid heavy exercise or anything that causes sweating for 24 hours.
Common post-treatment effects include:
- Mild swelling or redness at injection sites
- Tenderness or bruising, especially in thin-skinned areas
- Temporary numbness from the lidocaine in the injection mixture
Massage the treated areas 5 times per day for 5 minutes each time for 5 days (“5x5x5”) to help the product distribute evenly and prevent nodules.
Does Sculptra Hurt?
Sculptra treatments are generally well tolerated. Most patients describe the sensation as mild to moderate pressure or stinging during injection, with discomfort rated lower than many other injectable treatments. We apply a topical numbing cream before the procedure and use ice packs to minimize sensitivity in the treatment area.
Additionally, Sculptra is mixed with lidocaine, a local anesthetic, to help make the injections more comfortable. If you are especially sensitive or anxious about discomfort, we can discuss further pain management options during your consultation.
After treatment, it’s normal to experience some soreness, tenderness, or swelling, especially in thinner-skinned areas. These effects are temporary and typically resolve within a few days. Most patients return to normal activities immediately. If needed, you can take over-the-counter Tylenol to manage any lingering discomfort.
Is Sculptra Safe?
Yes – Sculptra has a long-standing safety profile and has been FDA-approved for cosmetic use since 2009. It’s been used globally for both aesthetic and medical purposes, including facial volume restoration in HIV-related lipoatrophy, giving providers a strong track record of experience.
The primary ingredient, poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), is a biocompatible, biodegradable substance that’s gradually broken down and absorbed by the body over time. Because it stimulates your body’s own collagen production rather than introducing a synthetic filler material, the risk of long-term adverse effects is very low.
Side effects are typically mild and self-resolving, including temporary swelling, bruising, or tenderness at the injection site. Rare complications, such as small lumps or nodules under the skin, can be minimized with proper technique and diligent post-treatment massage.
Sculptra Contraindications
Sculptra is not recommended for:
- Patients with autoimmune diseases affecting collagen
- Active skin infections or inflammation in the treatment area
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- History of keloid scarring or hypertrophic scars
- Use of immunosuppressive medications
Always disclose your full medical history before treatment.
Your Next Step
For gradual, natural-looking volume restoration and improved skin quality, Sculptra stimulates your body’s own collagen production. Schedule your Sculptra treatment today and start your journey toward a refreshed, more youthful appearance that can last for years.
Patient Testimonials





What I appreciate most about Meaghan is how much she listens. I’ll tell her what I’m seeing, what’s bothering me, or what I think I want, and she’ll tell me what we should do, what we shouldn’t do, and when we need to leave something alone. She never pushes treatments or makes me feel like I need more.
She has transformed my face in the best possible way while still making me look like ME. Refreshed, balanced, natural, and never overdone. I trust her completely with my face, and there is no one else I would go to. She is truly incredible at what she does.




A special thank you to Megan—she is amazing! Her work is so precise, and she takes the time to make sure everything looks natural and beautiful. She also follows up after every appointment to check on your healing, provides clear aftercare instructions, and genuinely cares about every little detail. You can tell she truly wants the best results for her clients.
I honestly don’t see myself going anywhere else. Injector 5280 has earned my trust, and I’ll definitely be coming back for all my future treatments. Highly recommend!



She took the time to explain everything thoroughly, answered all of my questions, and made sure I felt confident with my treatment plan. You can tell she truly cares about her patients and takes so much pride in her work.
I know Sculptra is a treatment that builds beautiful results over time, so I’m already so excited to watch my collagen develop. I genuinely can’t wait to go back for my next appointment! If you’re looking for someone who is knowledgeable, talented, honest, and makes the experience feel effortless, Shannon is the one. Five stars isn’t enough!






She is a genius! After years of getting Botox and Dysport elsewhere, switching to her at Injector 5280 was the best decision I’ve made for my skin.
Megan listens intently and dials your treatment plan in immediately. She understands facial anatomy perfectly and mastered my protocol in just two appointments. We just did under-eye Jelly Roll Botox to fix my lower lid crinkling. She was wonderfully transparent about the potential for temporary puffiness, but by day six, it already looks smoother and I have experienced no puffiness at all.
She’s phenomenal at looking at overall facial symmetry, and adapting the injection placement and the amounts to help with small problem areas like jowls, platysmal bands, etc.
I have also done Sculptra and chin shadowing filler with Megan. She’s just as precise and talented with fillers as she is with Botox and Dysport. It looks absolutely amazing. She really gives you a holistic & subtle facial overhaul.
Megan is in a league of her own-I can’t recommend her more highly!
Also worth mentioning -The med spa itself is absolutely gorgeous, and the staff is all amazing and they have plenty of parking:)










After doing a lot of research, I found Megan Welsh. I went to her a few times (Botox and lip filler) and she did an incredible job – so much so that the plastic surgeon she worked for at the time put my before and after lips (courtesy of Megan) on 5’ tall printout in the office.
Then, Megan moved to Denver and I thought I’d have to give up my new favorite treatment.
But life happened, and career brought me to Denver. I have been going to see Megan again now that we are in the same city and am so happy I didn’t trust my lips to anyone else. She has an eye for perfection, and will share her honest, professional opinion if she thinks that something I am asking for may not look ideal.
Don’t keep looking – you have definitely found the right person if you book with Megan and are trying to accomplish a fuller but extremely natural look.


Nicole is truly the best aesthetician I’ve ever been to — she’s so knowledgeable, gentle, and makes every treatment feel personalized and relaxing. My skin has never looked better thanks to her care and attention to detail.
Sari is equally incredible as my injector. She has such an eye for natural results and really listens to what I want. I always leave feeling confident, refreshed, and never overdone.


The facility is very cozy, welcoming and clean!! Everyone is nice, accommodating and I felt valued as a customer!



Edit: came back here to get lip filler with Sari and she was so knowledgeable and skilled. My lips look incredible and she was super honest about what my lips could handle. I would highly recommend 🙂 the entire staff is super sweet
Plus, Kellie and April do amazing procedures while obtaining amazing results! You can’t go wrong here! Thanks to Injector 5280

I had several rounds of treatments (CoolSculpting Elite and EmSculpt). Kellie always explains everything and makes sure I am comfortable. I love that she tells me what she’s doing and her thought process, because I am a details gal. Her whole demeanor is excited, supportive, and uplifting. I love chatting with her. She also has amazing TV recommendations which is a plus as some of the procedures are long.
Results take 2-4 months and I just passed one month and am so pleased with my results already. I can’t recommend Injector 5280 enough.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
April and Kellie have excellent experience in the many treatments they provide, and are able
to distill and convey their knowledge in a personable and effective manner. This puts anyone at ease, and helps one comfortably and confidently choose the right treatment for themselves.
They are also upfront and honest about what to expect and when to expect results both of which help set accurate expectations and builds trust – which was something the other clinics overlooked.
So, if you are interested but unsure about what treatment, procedure or even clinic is right for you, I wholeheartedly recommend the Injector 5280 clinic and team!
I eventually decided to do the treatment, and Kellie took excellent care of me! She was in touch with me throughout the process, checking in on my results and available to answer any questions I might have. I felt comfortable and safe throughout the treatment, and I am very satisfied with my results! I highly recommend Injector 5280!




Lauren was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and professional. We had a wonderful experience and we will absolutely be back! Great atmosphere. Who knew you could actually have fun while having needles poked into your face!








You can have that boost you need to feel better about yourself and be kinder to yourself. Your personal goals no longer seem insurmountable. And these ladies are so kind and honest. They coach you through finding what is right for you and your body. I cannot recommend them enough!



As for their service: they offer the talent and customer service that you would hope for and that most places only dream about being able to provide. They’re down to earth. Whenever I’ve had any issues or concerns they make sure we are on the same page before moving forward. Their friendliness and service comes from the heart. They are both talented artists.
The final thought: they are dependable, creative, loving, and valuable.

