Sculptra® in Indian Wells, CA
If your face looks less full or your skin appears thinner than it used to, your body may simply need more collagen support.
At Desert Med Aesthetics, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove provides Sculptra®, a treatment that restores facial volume and firmness by helping your skin rebuild collagen from within. This approach improves contours, smooths lines, and strengthens the skin’s structure for results that appear naturally over time.
Learn more about Sculptra® treatments in Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, and Palm Springs by contacting our team or booking a consultation.
What Is Sculptra®?
Sculptra® is a collagen-stimulating injectable that activates your body’s natural ability to produce new collagen.
It gradually strengthens and thickens the skin, helping it appear smoother and more youthful. Patients often choose Sculptra® to:
- Restore fullness in cheeks and temples
- Smooth smile lines and marionette lines
- Improve skin firmness and elasticity
- Enhance facial definition and balance
- Maintain long-lasting, natural results
Because the treatment works by stimulating your own collagen, improvements appear gradually and blend naturally with your features.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Sculptra® is a good choice for patients who want steady, lasting results. It works well for those experiencing:
- Early to moderate facial volume loss
- Hollow cheeks or thinning skin
- Deep folds and creases around the mouth
- Mild laxity in the lower face or jawline
- A desire for subtle, natural rejuvenation
During your consultation, Dr. Cosgrove will review your medical history, assess your skin, and create a plan that fits your goals.
How Are Treatments Performed?
Each treatment takes about 30 to 45 minutes and is performed in the office.
- Consultation: We identify areas that will benefit from treatment.
- Preparation: The skin is cleansed and numbed for comfort.
- Injection: Sculptra® is placed beneath the skin in specific areas to encourage collagen renewal.
- Massage: The area is gently massaged to ensure smooth distribution.
- Aftercare: You can return to your normal routine right away.
Sculptra® treatments are often scheduled in a short series to help collagen rebuild evenly and effectively.
What Results Can I Expect?
Sculptra® works gradually as your skin begins to produce new collagen, creating a smooth, natural transition toward a more youthful appearance.
Immediately after treatment
You may notice a soft, temporary fullness caused by the water-based solution used to deliver the product. This fullness typically subsides within a few days as your body begins the collagen-building process.
After several weeks
As the solution absorbs, your skin starts to renew itself from within. Collagen fibers rebuild, restoring subtle volume and improving firmness and tone. Fine lines begin to soften, and your overall complexion appears more refreshed.
After a few months
The full effect becomes visible. The skin looks smoother, lifted, and more defined, with a healthy, natural glow. Because Sculptra® stimulates your own collagen production, results develop at your body’s pace and continue to improve over time.
With proper skincare and periodic maintenance, results can last up to two years or longer, providing a lasting foundation of youthful structure and resilience.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Most patients receive 2 to 3 treatments, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.
The number of sessions depends on your level of collagen loss and desired outcome. Dr. Cosgrove will recommend a personalized plan that helps you reach and maintain your best results.
What Is Recovery Like?
Recovery after Sculptra® is simple and comfortable, allowing you to return to your regular activities with minimal interruption. Most patients experience mild redness, tenderness, or swelling in the treated area. These effects are temporary and typically resolve within a day or two as the skin settles.
To support the best possible outcome, follow these aftercare steps:
- Massage the treated areas for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days. This helps distribute the product evenly.
- Avoid strenuous activity, saunas, and hot yoga for the first 24 hours.
- Keep the skin clean, hydrated, and protected with gentle moisturizer and sunscreen.
Our team will review every step of your post-care routine before you leave the office and remain available to answer any questions. With proper care, your recovery will be smooth, and your results will continue to improve as new collagen develops.
Is Sculptra® Safe?
Yes. Sculptra® is made from materials that are biocompatible and safely absorbed by the body.
At Desert Med Aesthetics, every injection is performed by Dr. Doriana Cosgrove, who uses precise, careful techniques to ensure safety and beautiful results. The product is well tolerated for most patients and produces reliable, natural outcomes.
How Does Sculptra® Compare to Fillers?
Both Sculptra® and traditional dermal fillers restore facial volume, but they work differently.
Feature | Sculptra® | Hyaluronic Acid Fillers |
How it works | Stimulates collagen production | Adds instant volume |
Results | Gradual and long-lasting | Immediate and temporary |
Duration | Up to 2 years or more | 6–12 months |
Look | Natural, progressive improvement | Quick, visible change |
Many patients combine both treatments to achieve balanced rejuvenation and ongoing collagen support.
Dr. Doriana Cosgrove
Since opening Desert Med Aesthetics, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove has dedicated her career to providing men and women with comprehensive, personalized care in a welcoming environment.
Starting with your initial consultation, you’ll be welcomed by a staff that is genuinely committed to helping you achieve your goals. For new patients, your first visit is focused on identifying problem areas that are keeping you from feeling confident about your appearance.
Whether you’re visiting Dr. Cosgrove for the first time or returning for touch-ups, the team at Desert Med Aesthetics looks forward to providing you with the aesthetic care you deserve.
What Areas Can Be Treated?
Sculptra® is a versatile treatment that can restore balance and structure to many areas of the face. It works by stimulating collagen beneath the skin, creating gradual volume and improved tone where it is needed most.
Common treatment areas include:
- Cheeks and midface: To restore fullness and natural lift.
- Temples: To smooth hollows and create a more youthful contour.
- Nasolabial folds (smile lines): To soften deep creases beside the mouth.
- Marionette lines: To reduce shadowing around the corners of the mouth.
- Chin and jawline: To improve definition and support the lower face.
Sculptra® can also be used in other areas with thinning skin, such as the neck, décolletage, upper arms, and buttocks, to enhance firmness and texture. Each treatment is customized to your unique features and goals, helping you achieve a refreshed, natural look throughout the face or body.
How Do I Prepare for Treatment?
To ensure the best experience:
- Avoid alcohol, aspirin, and omega-3 supplements for three days before treatment unless prescribed by your doctor.
- Stay well hydrated.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Inform our team about any recent treatments or medications.
We will review all preparation and aftercare details during your appointment.
Why Choose Dr. Doriana Cosgrove?
Dr. Doriana Cosgrove combines a scientific understanding of facial anatomy with an artistic approach to rejuvenation.
She takes time to understand your goals and designs results that enhance your natural beauty.
Patients appreciate her clear communication, gentle touch, and consistent outcomes, as demonstrated by her many happy patient testimonials.
Schedule Your Sculptra® Consultation in Indian Wells, CA
If you want to restore youthful firmness and a natural lift without surgery, Sculptra® offers a subtle and lasting way to refresh your appearance. The treatment helps your skin rebuild collagen, creating smoother contours and healthy radiance over time.
At Desert Med Aesthetics, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove provides personalized care tailored to your features and goals. During your consultation, she will assess your needs, explain the process, and design a plan that delivers natural, confident results.
Call (760) 777-8772 or request a consultation online to meet with Dr. Cosgrove at Desert Med Aesthetics in Indian Wells.
Sculptra® FAQ’s
Most patients start to notice changes within 4 to 6 weeks as collagen forms naturally.
Results can last up to two years or longer with proper skincare and maintenance.
Yes. It works well with fillers, Botox®, and other skin treatments.
No downtime is required. Most patients resume daily activities right after treatment.
Pricing varies by area and number of sessions. A detailed plan will be provided during your consultation.