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Dr. Olding was featured in the Washingtonian as one of the area's top plastic surgeons. Dr. Olding was featured in the Washington's Consumer Checkbook as one of the area's top plastic surgeons. Dr. Olding was featured in the New York Times Style Magazine in Fall of 2004 for his vast knowledge & experience with buttock procedures. Dr. Olding was selected as one of America's Top Plastic Surgeon's by 'Guide to America's Top Plastic Surgeons'

SCULPTRA

(injectable poly-L-lactic acid)

Procedure:

  • Approved by the FDA for facial lipodystrophy (HIV wasting).
  • Used as "off-label" cosmetic filler.
  • Provides a gradual increase in volume of the area injected.

In/Outpatient:

Outpatient.

Side Effects:

Temporary discomfort, swelling, bruising, pain and/or redness.

Risks:

  • Subcutaneous Bumps (Bumps beneath the skin).
  • Allergic Reaction (Rare).

Recovery:

Takes several days for swelling to completely resolve.

Results:

  • Temporary.
  • Repeat treatments every 2 years.