If BodyTite did nothing for my abdomen, is it worth trying J-Plasma?

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Age 70. No real fat, but skin laxity. 14 weeks out from bodytite on my abdomen. No results, The doctor says he will redo bodytite or try the newer procedure, j-plasma. Which, if either, is the best choice? Thank you.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I prefer to use Body Tite but there are limitations to any of these less invasive procedures with regard to skin improvement.  Your PS should have seen the skin tightening on the operating table, but your full results may take 3 to 12 months to develop. Having before and after photos at the various intervals of time would be helpful.

Diane I. Duncan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question! Frequently the way I choose between devices (and I use them in combination as well), is based on tissue type and patient goals.  If the patient has thicker, fattier tissue, I usually use the BodyTite. For more thin skin, or 'crepe-y' skin, I lean towards the JPlasma (of course, this is not set in stone). Many of my older patients see great results with Renuvion. Check out your surgeons results with the technology, and decide from there!Best of luck!

Gilbert Lee, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Because Body Tite works by stimulating collagen regrowth, it takes time. We normally see some tightening after 3 months and again at 6 months. It takes a full year to see your final result. In our office we take before and after pictures which gives us an accurate view of our results. Good luck!

Richard E. Moore, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is difficult to say whether you will have more success with J-Plasma (Renuvion) than you did with BodyTite. These are the two most effective skin tightening procedures available today. It is difficult to give you an answer without examining your skin and its degree of laxity. The other factor working against your results is your age. If you decide to move forward, I would recommend the Renuvion since you have already failed the BodyTite procedure.I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.

If BodyTite did nothing for my abdomen, is it worth trying J-Plasma?

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