Skin tightening with plasma
Plasma-assisted skin tightening can help with mild to moderate skin laxity of the abdomen, arms, thighs, or neck.
What is plasma skin tightening?
Plasma-assisted skin tightening is a minimally invasive technique where the skin is tightened from the inside out.
The treatment can help with mild to moderate skin laxity without the need for traditional skin resection.
The technique is often used for patients where liposuction alone would provide insufficient skin tightening, but where a major surgical intervention is not yet indicated.
The goal of plasma skin tightening is to make the skin firmer and tighter, providing a natural improvement to the body contour.
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When can plasma skin tightening be of interest?
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How does plasma skin tightening work?
During the treatment, a fine probe is inserted under the skin through very small incisions.
Safety
Plasma skin tightening is usually performed under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia, depending on the treated areas.
During the treatment, controlled energy is delivered into the underlying tissue, allowing the connective tissue to contract and firming the skin from within.
The incisions are only a few millimeters in size and are placed so that they usually heal very discreetly.
Results
Plasma skin tightening can provide firmer skin, a subtle improvement in body contour, and a natural-looking tightening of the skin.
The effect develops gradually in the months following the treatment as the connective tissue further adapts.
Aftercare
After the treatment, temporary swelling of the treated areas, skin sensitivity, and light bruising may occur.
In addition, compression garments are usually worn for several weeks to support healing.
Strenuous activities should be temporarily avoided.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions about plasma skin tightening answered
Is plasma skin tightening an alternative to a skin lift?
For mild to moderate skin laxity, this technique can be an alternative. In cases of significant excess skin, a traditional skin resection usually remains the preferred option.
What is the recovery like after plasma skin tightening?
Following the treatment, swelling, skin sensitivity, and light bruising may occur. Compression garments are typically worn for several weeks. Light activities can often be resumed after a few days.
Will the scars remain visible?
The incisions are only a few millimeters long and are placed as discreetly as possible. In most cases, they heal very inconspicuously.
When will I see the result?
Part of the effect may be visible quite quickly, but the skin tightening develops gradually during the months after the treatment as the connective tissue continues to adapt.
Can plasma skin tightening be combined with liposuction?
Yes. Plasma skin tightening is often combined with liposuction. After excess fat is removed, the plasma technique can help the skin to contract further.
Which areas can be treated?
Plasma skin tightening can be applied to areas with mild skin laxity, such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, back, and neck. During the consultation, it will be assessed whether the skin quality is suitable for this.
Is the treatment suitable for everyone?
No. The technique works best for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity and sufficient skin elasticity. For significant excess skin, a traditional lift is usually more effective.
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