As we age, the skin begins to sag and look gaunt because of the loss of collagen and elastin, bone density, fat pockets, and muscle. And once the skin sags, it’s hard to get it smooth again with at-home products. While hyaluronic acid filler benefits many patients, it’s not the only way we can correct volume loss. At the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology in New Orleans, Louisiana, we are excited to turn to a groundbreaking bio-stimulatory product called
Renuva - an injectable treatment that gradually replaces the body’s own fat in areas where age-related fat and volume loss have occurred.
What Is Renuva and How It Works
Renuva is an FDA-approved bio-compatible extracellular matrix that uses the same collagens, proteins, and growth factors found in human fat. After the injection, Renuva gradually breaks down while stimulating the body’s natural process to create its own fat. Volume restoration occurs due to the formation of new fat cells and new blood vessels. This, in turn, provides a more youthful and healthier appearance to the skin with just one treatment! Multiple treatments may be desired for optimal results.
Renuva is injected by our board certified dermatologists to mainly restore age-related volume loss. However, this treatment can also be used for the treatment of other concerns, including depressed scars, liposuction irregularities, and dimpling cellulite.
After the formation of new fat cells from the injection, these new fat cells last as long as regular fat cells normally last. While it varies from individual to individual, research findings suggest that human fat cells can last up to 10 years.
What Can I Expect After Renuva Injections?
There is no downtime after a treatment with Renuva. We advise avoiding vigorous exercise for 24 hours, and regular activity can resume afterward. There may be some swelling, redness or bruising to the injection site, which will subside within a few days. We take all precautions to reduce these side effects and discomfort during the treatment.
Schedule an upcoming appointment with our skilled and experienced team of dermatologists!
If you’re bothered by sagging skin and fat loss from aging and are seeking treatment, let’s see if Renuva is right for you! Call the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology in New Orleans, LA, to request an appointment. Dial
(504) 777-3047 to request an appointment at our office at 145 Allen Toussaint Boulevard, Suite #302.
Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
Mary P. Lupo, M.D. - Connect on Linkedin
Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective, and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD, has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane, and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for the approval of new drugs and devices, and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
Dr. Lupo was recently recognized as a trailblazer for women in dermatology and for her dedication to educating dermatology residents and fellows.
She has also received the following awards:
- 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - Recognizes full-time academicians who have dedicated their careers to educating dermatology residents and fellows;
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𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐌𝐃 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 and 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 - Recognizes dermatologists of national prominence who have been trailblazers for women in some aspect of dermatology.
Dr. Lupo has authored over 90 published articles and book chapters and has spoken on various dermatological topics at nearly 480 national and international meetings and seminars.
