WHAT ARE BIOSTIMULATORS?
Unlike traditional fillers that provide instant but temporary "plumping," biostimulators like Sculptra and Radiesse act as a foundation for your skin's own renewal.
These treatments work at a deep cellular level to reactivate fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin. By encouraging your body to rebuild its own structural proteins, biostimulators deliver a natural-looking, graceful rejuvenation that continues to improve for months. Transformative Benefits for Face, Neck, and Body
Regenerative & Functional wellness Medicine includes the use of biostimulators, PRP, IV therapy, HRT & peptides.
The Empowered Beauty Experience in Lacombe
Choosing regenerative medicine means choosing a sustainable approach to aging. These treatments require no surgery and minimal downtime, allowing you to return to your vibrant life in Lacombe immediately.
Our therapeutic approach ensures that every treatment is tailored to your unique anatomy, helping you feel refreshed, confident, and authentically you.
Ready to start your skin’s comeback? Book your personalized assessment today and let us help you harness your body's natural power to restore and rejuvenate.
The procedure takes approximately an hour to an hour and a half (depends how chatty we are!) Some patients will experience soreness and minimal bruising afterwards; however, most feel comfortable returning to everyday activities within a few hours of injection. Biostimulators are a liquid formulation in comparison to the gel of fillers, so there is very little swelling.
Those with active cancer, immune disorders, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Depending on the product chosen, the area it has been injected, and your unique metabolism, sculptra lasts about 2+ years and Radiessse lasts about 18 months.
The number of vials needed depends on your facial structure, age, the amount of deficit we are trying to restore, and the area we are treating (hands, neck, face, or buttocks).
For Sculptra, 1 vial per decade of age is recommended. For example, in your 50's you would require 5 vials. 3 vials in the first session, 2 in the next session.
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Restore firmness to thin, "crepey" skin on the neck and chest for a smoother, tighter appearance.
Dual benefit: immediate structural lift followed by long-term collagen and elastin stimulation.
In it's "hyperdilute" form it can be used as a skin-firming "wash" to tighten and smooth larger areas without adding bulk, such as in the neck.
Ongoing education in the latest techniques is our foundation
Often called the "liquid facelift," Sculptra is a long-term investment in your skin’s health. It works gradually over a series of sessions to replace lost collagen, restoring global facial volume and thickness.
Best for: Overall facial hollowing, temples, and deep structural restoration. For those wanting a more natural approach and willing to wait for refined results.
Subtle, natural-looking, and can last 2 years or more.
Injectable biostimulators prompt your body to rebuild natural collagen and elastin in the extracellular matrix of your skin. We carry 2 biostimulators: Sculptra by Galderma and Radiesse by Merz.
Sculptra uses poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) for gradual, widespread volume, while Radiesse uses calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres for immediate lift plus structural collagen stimulation.
They actively source new collagen and elastin, noticeably improving skin thickness and texture for more youthful appearance to the skin.
They encourage natural movement: Because your own tissue creates the volume, the face moves naturally during expression. You will still look like you, just refreshed!
Choosing between Biostimulators and Filler is not an either / or situation. They are great modalities on their own and amazing when used together.
- Biostimulators act as the strong framing and support, while fillers act as the aesthetic fine tuning
- Layered Rejuvenation: Providers use biostimulators deep to build overall volume, then overlay small amounts of filler for sharp, precise details.
- Enhanced Longevity: Injecting fillers into skin that has been pre-treated by biostimulators can prolong the lifespan of both treatments. That's called protecting your investment.
Of course! You will look like a younger, healthy version of yourself. We often tell our patients, after having a biostimulator injected look at your pictures of yourself in 3 months compared to those prior and your skin will be noticeably brighter, smoother, and younger looking.
A bit of lidocaine (freezing) is included in the biostimulator mixture, to help reduce discomfort you may feel during treatment. Most patients describe the pain as mild, if any. For a few days afterward you may feel some tension in the area that has been injected.
Common side effects that resolve in a few days include pain/tightness, redness, possibly slight bruising at insertion point of the cannula. Decades ago when Sculptra was first used it wasn't diluted enough and little rice like nodules could form if the injections were to shallow or in areas of tight muscle. Now, the industry standard is to mix using twice the amount of solution which has improved outcomes immensly. Proper injection technique and having a trusted injector, such as yours truly, helps mitigate these types of reactions.
Treatments take 60-90 minutes. Treatment times vary depending on the number of injections that are required for the results you want. Most people can return to their normal routine the day they are treated. Unlike filler, there is little swelling because the biostimulators are watery solutions not a thick gel.
Results can be seen in 6-8 weeks, frequently last 18 to 36 months.
Of course, your body's metabolism and fueling your body with healthy food, sleep and hydration are cornerstones of having a healthy immune system for building collagen.
The price varies according to the areas being treated & the volume of product needed to achieve the desired effect.
Typically, patients require 2-3 treatments depending on age, volume loss, and skin integrity.
We will work with you to create a customized treatment plan based on our recommendations and your aesthetic goals and budget. Consider this investing in the integrity of you skin. When your skin is healthy your skin care products, botox, and injectables penetrate deeper and last longer.
Though there is not antidote for biostimulators, they are diluted in a fluid not a gel, so there is less risk of a vessel occlusion.
Injectable biostimulators prompt your body to rebuild natural collagen and elastin in the extracellular matrix of your skin. We carry 2 biostimulators: Sculptra by Galderma and Radiesse by Merz.
Sculptra uses poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) for gradual, widespread volume, while Radiesse uses calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres for immediate lift plus structural collagen stimulation.
Biostimulators actively source new collagen and elastin, noticeably improving skin thickness and texture for more youthful appearance to the skin.
They encourage natural movement because your own tissue creates the volume, the face moves naturally during expression.
Choosing between Biostimulators and Filler is not an either / or situation. They are great modalities on their own and amazing when used together.
- Biostimulators act as the strong framing and support, while fillers act as the aesthetic fine tuning
- Layered Rejuvenation: Providers use biostimulators deep to build overall volume, then overlay small amounts of filler for sharp, precise details.
- Enhanced Longevity: Injecting fillers into skin that has been pre-treated by biostimulators can prolong the lifespan of both treatments. That's called protecting your investment.
Of course! You will look like a younger, healthy version of yourself. We often tell our patients, after having a biostimulator injected look at your pictures of yourself in 3 months compared to those prior and your skin will be noticeably brighter, smoother, and younger looking.
A bit of lidocaine (freezing) is included in the biostimulator mixture, to help reduce discomfort you may feel during treatment. Most patients describe the pain as mild, if any. For a few days afterward you may feel some tension in the area that has been injected.
Common side effects that resolve in a few days may include a tight feeling (in temples), redness, possibly slight bruising at insertion point of the cannula otherwise swelling is quite minimal as your body absorbs the water mixture quite quickly over the first 1-2 days.
Decades ago when Sculptra was first used it wasn't diluted enough and little rice like nodules could form if the injections were placed too shallow or in areas of tight muscle. Now, the industry standard is to mix using twice the amount of solution which has improved outcomes immensely. Proper injection technique and having a trusted injector, such as yours truly, helps mitigate these types of reactions.
Treatments take 60-90 minutes. Treatment times vary depending on the number of injections that are required for the results you want. Most people can return to their normal routine the day they are treated. Unlike filler, there is little swelling because the biostimulators are watery solutions not a thick gel.
Results can be seen in 6-8 weeks and frequently last 18 to 36 months.
Of course, your body's metabolism and fueling your body with healthy food, sleep and hydration are cornerstones of having a healthy immune system for building collagen.
The price varies according to the areas being treated & the volume of product needed to achieve the desired effect.
Typically, patients require 2-3 treatments depending on age, volume loss, and skin integrity.
We will work with you to create a customized treatment plan based on our recommendations and your aesthetic goals and budget. Consider this investing in the integrity of you skin. When your skin is healthy your skin care products, botox, and injectables penetrate deeper and last longer.
Though there is not antidote for biostimulators, they are diluted in a fluid not a gel, so there is less risk of a vessel occlusion.
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Pricing, area specific dosing ranges, and comprehensive service information to inform, educate, and calm any pre-consultation nerves. Pricing quotes require an in person Complimentary Consultation based on your unique anatomy and budget.