Invasive Skin Tightening
Renuvion is a cutting-edge minimally-invasive skin-tightening treatment, formerly known as J-Plasma. It uses helium and radiofrequency energy to create “cold plasma,” which contracts the collagen-rich connective tissue beneath the skin. Most patients require just one treatment, with results visible in a few weeks and continuing to improve for up to a year.
This treatment can tighten skin almost anywhere on the body, targeting the deeper layers that are key to improving body contour. It can be used alone or combined with liposuction to enhance results, creating a natural “shrinkwrap” effect even for patients with loose skin but minimal fat.
Renuvion is versatile, and some procedures can be performed under local anesthesia. Recovery is similar to liposuction, with minimal downtime, and results have been shown to last at least five years. Ideal candidates are those with moderate skin laxity seeking noticeable tightening without invasive surgery.
What is Renuvion?
Renuvion is a minimally-invasive skin-tightening treatment, formerly known as J-Plasma. It combines helium with a gentle stream of radiofrequency energy to create “cold plasma,” which contracts the collagen-rich connective tissue beneath the skin. Most patients require only one treatment, with results appearing within a few weeks and continuing to improve for up to a year.
Areas That Can Be Treated
Renuvion can be used on nearly any area of the body to tighten skin. Unlike other devices that focus only on the thin outer layer of skin, Renuvion targets the deeper layers responsible for body contour. This approach produces a three-dimensional “shrinkwrap” effect, which can be achieved on its own or in combination with liposuction for enhanced results.
Loose Skin Without Much Fat
One of the key advantages of Renuvion is its ability to tighten skin effectively even if there is minimal fat. Because it works selectively on skin and connective tissue, it provides noticeable improvement regardless of liposuction. Dr. Sahar evaluates all options during consultation to ensure the best individualized approach.
Anesthesia Options
Some Renuvion procedures can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation. While certain treatments may require general anesthesia, awake procedures are used whenever feasible to minimize recovery time and discomfort.
Recovery and Downtime
Downtime for Renuvion is similar to liposuction alone, as the preparation for the procedure is the same. When combined with liposuction, patients should not experience additional discomfort or extended recovery time.
Longevity of Results
Although Renuvion is relatively new, data from hundreds of thousands of patients show results lasting at least five years. Because of the way the device works, results may last even longer. Doctors who used Renuvion in aesthetics over ten years ago report patients still enjoying excellent outcomes.
Who is a Good Candidate?
Ideal candidates have moderate skin laxity and want noticeable tightening without the invasiveness of traditional surgery. Dr. Sahar evaluates each patient’s goals and expectations, helping determine if Renuvion or a more invasive procedure, such as a facelift, brachioplasty, tummy-tuck, or thigh-lift, is the best option.
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