J Plasma for the Body?

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My doctor has recommended J Plasma for my back, side of my breasts and upper chest area. I had a breast reduction less than a year ago, but my skin has poor elasticity and needs tightening around my breasts.What are the risks involved and the recovery time? I am very active and swim and run. Also, how would it work in combination with liposuction for the breasts to reduce the volume of breasts? I'm still a bit larger then I wanted. Thanks

Joubin Gabbay, MD · Answer

J-Plasma / Renuvion has become my "go-to' for skin tightening.  It is a HUGE advancement that has significantly improved our ability to tighten the skin compared to anything in the past.  I use it  in combination with liposuction to help reduce fat, tighten the skin and completely re-shape my patients bodies.  I find that J plasma is ideal for situations like yours, in which you have extra fat in the area to the side of your breast but have loose skin. Liposuction alone will leave you with even more loose skin. J plasma can help tighten the skin to give you a more contoured and slim shape. The complications associated with J plasma are minimal: they are mostly related to the liposuction that is performed and can include contour irregularities if done poorly. I find that adding J plasma to liposuction does tend to result in a slightly longer recovery, but only by a few days. In my hands, most patients are back to their normal routine in 2-5 days.  I feel that J-Plasma / Renuvion is a game changer in body contouring and strongly recommend it. It is so important that you use a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of plastic surgery and has a sense of experience in body contouring and the use of J plasma/Renuvion. Your surgeon's experience and skill is absolutely critical to getting the best and safest possible results.I wish you the best,Dr. Gabbay.

Carlos Mata, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. I certainly would recommend using J-plasma.  using helium with radiofrequency creates an amazing subdermal result. In my opinion as I've tried laser, ultrasounds radiofrequency alone, J-plasma does an amazing job of Tightening the skin instantly. You can do and most people do routinely do liposuction with J-plasma. Most people also use ultrasound at the beginning of the operations help create tunnels more easily.  I have personally done the procedure on the face and neck arms, Abdomen, flanks, bra rolls, and inner thighs. The results are great. Good Luck!All the best,Carlos Mata MD, MBA, FACSBoard-certified plastic surgeon

Johnny Franco, MD, FACS · Answer

Plastic surgery continues to evolve as technology continues to improve and this leads to increasing effectiveness and overall treatment options for patients.  One new frontier in plastic surgery is skin tightening, while this is not new, there are some significant advancements that have been made that have led to improved treatments for patients.  One of these innovations is a device called Renuvion, it was also called J-Plasma before it was redesigned specifically for aesthetic treatments.

Renuvion (J-Plasma) is a radiofrequency energy device that also combines helium to induce skin tightening.  The device includes a cannula that is placed under the skin (similar to a liposuction cannula) which allows higher amounts of energy as it avoids the concern for trauma to the superficial skin.  The second unique feature of the Renuvion is the addition of the helium, the combination allows for the radiofrequency energy to heat the skin quickly and almost instantaneously be cooled to increase the safety of the device.  It also allows for a more efficient treatment, which is important when combining the treatment with other larger body contouring surgeries such as a Brazilian Butt Lift.

In my practice Renuvion (J-Plasma) is most commonly used in combination with liposculpting procedures such as a Brazilian Butt Lift.  It can also be used in the neck in combination with liposuction for patients that want to improve their appearance, but are not ready for a necklift yet.  Liposuction is an incredible way to enhance the shape of the body or neck, however a patient’s results are dependent on the skin to contract.  In patient with loose skin or stretch marks there will likely be a limit to the skin contracture after liposuction, thus limiting the overall results of the procedure.  However, if we can remove the fat and tighten the skin simultaneously we have opened up the procedure to patients that were not previously a candidate for liposuction.

It is important to know that Renuvion (J-Plasma) is not a replacement for a tummy tuck, neck lift or other surgical procedure that removes excess skin.  However, it is a great option for patients who are not ready or don’t need these larger procedures, but have some loose skin that will not be treated with liposuction.

It is important to discuss Renuvion (J-Plasma) with your Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon as they can help guide you to the best treatment to reach your aesthetic goals.

Hung William Song, MD · Answer

I have been performing laser assisted  liposuction for years because of the skin tightening effect of the laser. I am now using J-Plasma for almost all my cases because I am finding that the Helium plasma allows for a very significant improvement in  skin tightening over the laser. The Helium plasma is also safer because it does not cause the accumulation of heat that the laser does. This allows me to take more fat without leaving behind loose skin. The end results are smoother too. The areas you described are definitely treatable with J-Plasma. The recovery is similar to Smart-Lipo. You should be back on your feet the next day. You should not go swimming for at least one week until the entry sites are healed.  This technology is very new so you may not find too much information on it now, but I think you will be hearing a lot more about it soon because the other doctors who are early adopters are all reporting similar results.

Brandon Richland, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question about Renuvion/J plasma
Renuvion (also called J-Plasma) is the newest and most powerful minimally invasive skin tightening treatment device that utilizes helium and RF (radiofrequency) to create a targeted beam of plasma for subdermal skin tightening. 
It can be used to treat any area where skin tightening is desired, but is commonly used for face, neck, arms, breasts, abdomen, waist and flanks, inner thighs and legs. This skin tightening procedure is commonly combined with liposuction to produce dramatic long-lasting results. Recovery is similar to liposuction with 1-3 days of downtime, and bruising/swelling resolving over several weeks. Results are seen immediately with tightening continuing over the next 6-12 months.

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Thank you for your question. You would benefit from J-Plasma, it is a revolutionary minimal invasive procedure, that instantly tightens and rejuvenates the skin anywhere on the face and body. The downtime is significantly shorter than traditional surgery. As it is quite a new procedure arrange a consultation so you can be advised of the great benefits you are looking for, and discuss the added option of liposuction if required. All the best

Dana Goldberg, MD · Answer

This technology is as close to a magic wand as I have seen in surgery. It is low risk and for most patients, it doesn't make recovery any more difficult than doing liposuction alone.  I use this in my practice, and my husband has also had it done, so I've seen the recovery and the results first hand on a daily basis. If I could do it to myself I would! Risks are similar to liposuction (fluid collections called seromas or contour irregularities), but honestly the risks are rare. Recovery depends on the surface area, the amount of liposuction, your body's swelling and bruising response, and your ability to push through mild discomfort. Most patients can return to work in 2-3 days and can return to strenuous workouts within 2-3 weeks. As far as liposuction for breast reduction, the results depend on how much of your breast is fat (which can be suctioned) vs what part is fibrous breast tissue (which is much more difficult to suction). For a small reduction, and in combination with J-Plasma,  it should be effective. More than 1/2 a cup size reduction might require surgical resection through your scar, but this is something that can only be evaluated in person.

Christopher Balgobin, MD · Answer

Hello,J-plasma is unbelievable new technology to help tighten skin subdermally. It can be used on the face, neck, arms, abdomen, legs, breast and buttocks. The plasma energy stimulates collagen in the skin immediately and continues to improve with time.

Melinda Lirag Lacerna-Kimbrell, MD, FACS · Answer

thanks for your question.I have been using j plasma/renuvion the last two years with great results for patients for subdermal (under the skin) tightening.It is done at the same time as liposuction, it is great for tightening the bra fat area, and can be used on the top portion of the breasts and Chest wall for a subtle scarless breast lift

Andrew Kornstein, MD, FACS · Answer

If your breast reduction, done one year ago, was satisfactory intitally or was only slightly too big at that time, then diminishing the skin excess with J Plasma/Renuvion (and lipo) will work well in the right hands.This technology is reliable in the right clinical scenario and when properly used. Your issue is not uncommon in your age group for a number of reason that can be elaborated. The recommended video shows a patient of seventy years of age.The risks should be limited to less that perfect result with respect to expectations and symmetry but otherwise reliable and safe. Downtime for my patients is generally three days and return to sports activity depends on your healing but should be in the area of two weeks.

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