Biostimulants

Sculptra in Hinsdale typically ranges from $900–$1,200 per vial, with most patients needing 2–4 vials per session across 1–3 sessions. Radiesse runs $800–$950 per syringe. Final pricing depends on the degree of volume loss, the areas treated, and your goals — Dr. Saad will create a personalized plan with transparent, all-inclusive pricing during your consultation. We offer membership programs and CareCredit financing. Call (630) 400-4194 for current pricing.

Sculptra results are among the longest-lasting of any injectable treatment — typically 2 years or more. Because Sculptra stimulates your body's own collagen production, the results are gradual and natural. Many patients maintain their results with a single touch-up session annually.

Traditional dermal fillers (like Juvederm or Restylane) add immediate volume using hyaluronic acid gel. Sculptra works differently — it stimulates your body to produce its own collagen over time. The result is more natural, longer-lasting, and addresses the root cause of facial aging rather than just masking it.

Sculptra is often called a “liquid facelift” or non-surgical facelift because it restores the structure, lift, and contour that traditional surgical facelifts target — but without surgery, anesthesia, or downtime. By rebuilding your own collagen over 4–6 months, Sculptra lifts cheeks, softens jowls, and tightens skin gradually. For women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s who want a refreshed, natural look without going under the knife, biostimulants are one of the most powerful non-surgical anti-aging options available.

Yes. Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid) has been FDA-approved since 2004 and has been used safely in millions of treatments worldwide. It's made from a biocompatible, biodegradable material that has been used in medical applications for decades. When administered by an experienced provider like Dr. Saad, Sculptra has an excellent safety profile.

Sculptra requires minimal downtime. You may experience mild swelling, redness, or tenderness at the injection sites for 1–3 days. Most patients return to normal activities the same day. We recommend massaging the treated areas (5-5-5 rule: 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days) to ensure even distribution.

Great candidates for Sculptra and Radiesse include:

• Women and men in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s with early to moderate volume loss
• Patients with hollow cheeks, smile lines, marionette lines, or jowling along the jawline
• Anyone wanting a natural look — results build slowly, not overnight
• Perimenopausal and post-menopausal patients experiencing accelerated collagen decline
• Patients who’ve lost weight and want firmer skin tone
• Body candidates wanting non-surgical buttock enhancement, cellulite improvement, or arm tightening

Biostimulants may not be right if you:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have an active skin infection at the treatment area
• Have a history of keloid scarring
• Want immediate, dramatic volume in a single visit (a hyaluronic acid filler is faster)

A consultation with Dr. Saad will determine the best approach for your anatomy, goals, and life stage.

Absolutely. Biostimulants work beautifully alongside Botox (for dynamic wrinkles), dermal fillers (for immediate volume), PRF (for skin quality), and medical-grade skincare. Dr. Saad often creates comprehensive treatment plans that combine modalities for optimal anti-aging results.

Sculptra and Radiesse can treat the face (cheeks, temples, jawline, chin, smile lines, marionette lines), neck (laxity and horizontal lines), décolletage, hands, and body (buttock augmentation, cellulite, upper arms, inner thighs, abdomen). The versatility of biostimulants makes them one of the most comprehensive anti-aging treatments available.