Renuvion J-Plasma® Skin Tightening

The Renuvion® technology uses helium gas and radiofrequency energy to create cold helium plasma. Through a tiny incision, your doctor will use a special handpiece to apply the plasma energy to the undersurface of the skin (see video). The ionized gas stimulates collagen production and causes the skin to contract and tighten immediately. The process is very similar to liposuction because it uses tumescent solution to numb the tissues and minimize bleeding.

For the Renuvion procedure, the doctor creates a small insertion spots for placing the device just under the skin. Once the device is in place, the specialist releases pro helium gas and radiofrequency (RF) to create a precise stream of energy (plasma). This energy generates enough heat to contract the skin while, at the same time, excess helium gas cools the treatment area. This combination of energy contracts the tissues just under the skin, which tightens it.

This procedure is ideal for those who have mild to moderate loose skin from age, weight-loss or pregnancy. It is also a great option for those who wish to prevent potential loose skin that can result after liposuction, especially when a large volume of fat is removed. Some patients may see instant results from this procedure. These results may also improve as time goes on.

Due to Renuvion enhancing the structure and integrity of the skin, results will be natural looking. You will not have the stretched skin appearance that can be a side effect of some more intensive surgical skin tightening procedures.

While you may notice some improvements in the first days and weeks after your procedure as your skin shrinks and contracts, the most dramatic changes will be apparent in the six to twelve months as Renuvion remodels the top layer of skin and tightens underlying layers, producing a smoother and noticeably lifted appearance.

Unlike conventional devices, Renuvion offers a much lower risk of injury to the surrounding tissues. Also, compared to plastic surgery, Renuvion involves minimal incisions and minimal downtime. It is an ideal skin tightening treatment for men and women of any age with mild to moderate sagging skin. If you are concerned with sagging skin due to age, previous pregnancy or weight fluctuations, it is a great solution.

During a Renuvion treatment, Dr. Richard Bloy will administer local tumescent numbing anesthesia. The same local tumescent anesthesia that is used for liposuction is also used for the Renuvion J-Plasma treatment. To perform the numbing and the procedure, Dr. Bloy will make very small insertion spots, about ¼ inch long, near the treatment site. After you are fully numbed, the Renuvion device is inserted, and a mixture of helium gas and radiofrequency waves is released to the tissues underneath the skin, generating heat and cooling energy simultaneously, which causes the skin to contract, tighten up, and create new collagen. The surrounding tissue stays intact.

If you will be undergoing liposuction along with Renuvion J-Plasma, this will come first.

The same incisions will be used to insert both the Renuvion device (the instrument that houses the helium beam) and the liposuction cannula.

Renuvion is effective in correcting mild to moderate skin laxity, but it cannot replace a Tummy Tuck. If you have more significant skin laxity, skin redundancy (loose folds), or muscle laxity (diastasis), then you would likely be a better candidate for a Tummy Tuck. The doctor will do a thorough examination and explain to you which procedure is recommended for your individual case.

Yes, Renuvion is a very safe and effective procedure when performed by a doctor who is trained and certified. The flexile and blunt handpiece is specially designed to prevent penetration injuries. Bleeding is usually minimal or non-existent due to the RF energies coagulation properties. The cold helium gas provides immediate cooling of the RF energy to protect surrounding tissue. Burns injuries are extremely rare and the Renuvion technology prevents the RF energy from firing without flow of the helium gas. Helium gas is an inert gas that is safely expelled from the body with no systemic effects.

Unlike conventional devices, Renuvion offers a much lower risk of injury to the surrounding tissues. Also, compared to plastic surgery, Renuvion involves minimal incisions and minimal downtime. It is an ideal skin tightening treatment for men and women of any age with mild to moderate sagging skin. If you are concerned with sagging skin due to age, previous pregnancy or weight fluctuations, it is a great solution.

During a Renuvion treatment, Dr. Richard Bloy will administer local tumescent numbing anesthesia. The same local tumescent anesthesia that is used for liposuction is also used for the Renuvion J-Plasma treatment. To perform the numbing and the procedure, Dr. Bloy will make very small insertion spots, about ¼ inch long, near the treatment site. After you are fully numbed, the Renuvion device is inserted, and a mixture of helium gas and radiofrequency waves is released to the tissues underneath the skin, generating heat and cooling energy simultaneously, which causes the skin to contract, tighten up, and create new collagen. The surrounding tissue stays intact.

If you will be undergoing liposuction along with Renuvion J-Plasma, this will come first.

The same incisions will be used to insert both the Renuvion device (the instrument that houses the helium beam) and the liposuction cannula.

Renuvion is effective in correcting mild to moderate skin laxity, but it cannot replace a Tummy Tuck. If you have more significant skin laxity, skin redundancy (loose folds), or muscle laxity (diastasis), then you would likely be a better candidate for a Tummy Tuck. The doctor will do a thorough examination and explain to you which procedure is recommended for your individual case.

Yes, Renuvion is a very safe and effective procedure when performed by a doctor who is trained and certified. The flexile and blunt handpiece is specially designed to prevent penetration injuries. Bleeding is usually minimal or non-existent due to the RF energies coagulation properties. The cold helium gas provides immediate cooling of the RF energy to protect surrounding tissue. Burns injuries are extremely rare and the Renuvion technology prevents the RF energy from firing without flow of the helium gas. Helium gas is an inert gas that is safely expelled from the body with no systemic effects.

Recovery after J-Plasma will depend on the number of areas treated and whether or not it was done in conjunction with SmartLipo laser liposuction. You should expect some swelling and bruising which can last up to two weeks or more. Most patients experience some numbness but minimal pain from J-Plasma alone. The skin tightening effect of J-Plasma can be be seen almost immediately, but improvements and additional tightening can continue to occur up to six months after!

You should follow the doctor’s post-operative instructions closely to maximize your healing and achieve the best results. The doctor will recommend the best type of compression garments which could include foam and contouring devices. Other treatments including lymphatic massage, laser, ultrasound, or scar therapies may also be recommended by the doctor.

Most patients combine this procedure with Liposuction. Adding Renuvion to Liposuction does not add extra recovery time.

If you have a sedentary job, you should have 2 – 3 days with no work. For those with physical jobs, up to 1 week off is preferable.

The return to exercise is usually relatively quick. In general, in 1 week you can return to light exercise and 2 weeks for heavy exercise. This can vary from person to person so please ensure that you listen to your body, see how you feel, and follow your doctor’s recommendation

Swimming and spas are best avoided for 1 week. As mentioned, smoking is prohibited for 6 weeks to ensure optimal healing and, if you can, try to use this break to stop for good.

J-Plasma causes permanent procedure in the sense that the skin tightening effect is not reversible. However, your skin will continue to age from this tighter starting point. You will lose elasticity with on-going age and over time, so, you may desire a repeat treatment(s). Patients who have moderate weight fluctuations may also experience recurrent skin laxity.

Renuvion can be used as a stand-alone procedure if there is no excess fat in the treatment area or if the patient does not need fat removed to achieve the tightening, smoothing result they are seeking.

However, for those with excess fat in the treatment area, it is most commonly done in conjunction with SmartLipo liposuction. Renuvion tightening can be added to any SmartLipo laser liposuction procedure, the doctor will discuss with you if you would benefit from adding it. Only cases where loose skin is evident or is anticipated will benefit from Renuvion J-Plasma.

No. Unfortunately, medical insurance will not cover the costs of liposuction or Renuvion. These treatments are considered elective cosmetic procedures, which insurance doesn’t cover.

There is a required consultation to discuss Renuvion and determine if Renuvion is right for you and your goals. The consultation appointment consists of the provider meeting with you to learn about your goals, exam the areas of concern, evaluate your medical and surgical history, review any medications, conditions, or illness that may be contraindications, discuss the procedure, aftercare, downtime and likely results, and help you decide if Renuvion and or SmartLipo is an appropriate treatment for you.

The consultation fee is $150. If you are consulting for SmartLipo and Renuvion, the one fee covers the consultation for both at the one visit.

For more information, visit renuvion.com.

It’s important to note that Renuvion is a cosmetic treatment, rather than a medical necessity so you’ll need to pay for it out-of-pocket. We accept all major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit medical financing credit card. CareCredit often has 0% financing terms available. Our staff will help you decide how to pay and what financing plans, like CareCredit® are available to you.

Visit CareCredit.com to apply for financing or to find out what financing offers are available to you.

Once you have decided to have the Renuvion procedure, call us to pay for and book your appointment at (239) 561-9191. This procedure requires significant time be reserved and materials be prepared, so full payment is necessary at the time that you book your procedure appointment.

On What Days or Times Can I Receive Treatment?

We are very flexible in our treatment availability and even have evening hours to make getting your procedure as convenient as possible.

Out of Town Patients

Patients travel to us from all over the world. Let us know if you will be traveling to us and we will help accommodate your visit. We can guide out of town patients in finding hotels, restaurants and transportation.