Moderate skin laxity - can you apply J-Plasma for tightening?

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

It's difficult to say without a formal evaluation and knowing the area of treatment. Consult with a board-certified dermatologist to discuss best steps. -Dr. Emer

There are dozens of options for tightening skin that is mildly to moderately loose. The results depend upon the condition of the skin and age of the patient more than the technology. Ultherapy has the benefit of being noninvasive and no downtime. J-plasma requires placement of a probe under the skin to apply heat. None of the devices should be considered a nonsurgical facelift.

The correct treatment really depends on the degree of skin laxity. Yes you can use J Plasma for skin tightening for mild to moderate laxity but an evaluation by a board certified plastic surgeon is needed to determine if you are a good candidate and could expect nice results. I've included a video on how J Plasma works that I hope you find helpful.

Hello,

Thank you for your question. This is Dr. James Fernau from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. J-Plasma, now known as Renuvion, is a skin tightening procedure that helps correct loose skin that will not go away with diet and exercise alone. It is beneficial to be used for skin tightening even when there is no extra fat. Renuvion combines helium plasma with a unique RF (radiofrequency) energy to provide contraction of the underlying tissues and is used under the skin. It is a minimally invasive device that patients are typically very satisfied with. There are both immediate and long-term effects with Renuvion. The effect of the treatment will continue to improve over the course of 6-9 months as the body goes through the healing process. I recommend a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine the best plan for your desired results. Thank you and best wishes.

Sincerely,

James Fernau, MD FACS