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Vavelta
Valvelta® is a whole new treatment for improving the appearance of scarred and damaged skin.
It involves the injection of living human dermal fibroblast cells (the skin’s natural repair cells) into the affected area. Once introduced to the affected area these cells begin to break down any old and damaged collagen in the scars and replace it with new and healthy collagen. This is a gradual process that takes many weeks and over that time the scars become re-modelled so that any raised scars become flatter and hollow scars fill out and the whole surface of the skin become smoother.
Vavelta® treatment is a particularly good treatment for acne scars and burns scars. It has been shown that Vavelta® can also improve the texture of sun-damaged and crepey skin. It may be that more than one treatment will be needed to achieve the best results.
The production of Vavelta® is founded on many years of scientific research and taking into account the most up-to-date knowledge of ageing and damaged skin.
The fibroblast cells which are used in Valvelta are young, high quality, healthy cells from a donor source. The laboratory where they are grown and thoroughly tested is licensed by the Human Tissue Authority (HTA) and authorized by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the UK to manufacturer investigational medicinal products for human use. The manufacturer is Intercytex, a British company which specializes in skin repair and hair regeneration.
Valvelta is only available from a small number of designated specialist centres who are able to offer the services of highly trained physicians in the UK. Court House Clinics offers Vavelta at our Derby, Stockport and Wimpole Street clinics.
Prices from £650
Frequently asked questions
How does the treatment work?
Vavelta® introduces human dermal fibroblasts (collagen secreting skin cells) which are injected by a specialist doctor directly into the dermis of the skin; they take their time to become established the intention of which is to improve the tone and elasticity of the skin to provide a more youthful appearance. The results are expected to be gradual, subtle and targeted at repairing your skin.
How long does the treatment take and how many sessions will I require?
Each session of Vavelta® treatment will take approximately 1-2 hours and one session is normally all that is required. However a further session can be undertaken if you wish to retreat an area or there is another area that requires treatment.
Is the treatment painful?
Patients may feel a stinging sensation when the cells are injected but an anaesthetic cream is usually applied to the area 1-2 hours prior to treatment and any discomfort should therefore be minimal.
Are there any possible side effects?
There have been some side effects reported with Vavelta® although not in all cases. There may be pain and discomfort at the time at the actual site of the injection and there may then be a little transient redness. Any swelling, itching and/or tenderness, bruising or skin discolouration can last for several days.
There may also be a delayed reaction at the injection site commencing approximately one week following injection with some redness, swelling and itching. Sometimes these symptoms persist for several days before resolving spontaneously.
It has to be noted that there is the very rare risk of generalised allergic reaction to any of the components of Vavelta®
Will I be able to return to work straight after the procedure?
Patients should allow themselves a day or two off work to recover from the treatment and then allow for the fact that there may be redness, swelling and itching for the week following the procedure.
How long will any results become apparent?
It may be a few weeks or even months before the results of this treatment can be seen. It varies between patients because the cells work at their own individual rate to produce collagen and stimulate changes in the structure of the skin. The results that are eventually achieved however are wonderfully natural and healthy in appearance.
How long will the results last?
We have no results at present showing long-term results.
What are the differences between Vavelta® and fillers?
Dermal fillers such as hyaluronic acid are a specific treatment for lines and wrinkles and they work by replacing lost volume and can guarantee results that should last for 3-6 months. Vavelta® however introduces human dermal fibroblast into the skin to naturally promote the production of collagen into the skin and improve its whole structure..
Vavelta cannot be used at the site of existing dermal filler until at least a year has passed since the filler treatment.
