Lifting Without Surgery
Plasma Skin Tightening lifts and tightens the skin by generating new collagen and elastin fibers. This advanced procedure uses a device to emit a small plasma flash to the skin’s surface. The precision flash slightly injures the skin which prompts the body to begin the healing process. As the skin heals it reveals new tight skin.
Instructions/Restrictions
Plasma Skin Tightening Pre-Treatment Instructions and Restrictions:
- No alcohol 24 hrs prior to treatment.
- Do NOT undergo the procedure with sunburned or inflamed skin.
- Do NOT wear makeup or tint to your appointment.
- NO spray tan on the face or body at the time of appointment.
- NO laser, fillers or Botox within 4 weeks of your appointment.
- Breastfeeding and pregnant women are not candidates for plasma treatments.
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Discontinue the use of Latisse one week prior to treatment.
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Discontinue use of AHA and / or retinol skincare products 4 weeks prior to treatment.
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Skin should not be inflamed in the area being treated.
- Clients receiving eye treatments must remove all lash extensions and artificial lashes prior to the appointment.
- Those prone to keloid scarring area not candidates for plasma treatments.
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Uncontrolled diabetes or those with healing disorders, severe acne, lupus, psoriasis or vitiligo, uncontrolled high blood pressure, thrombosis are not candidates for plasma treatments.
- Those taking Accutane or Roaccutane medication should not undergo treatment within 12 months of ceasing medication.
- Those who have had chemotherapy with last 3 years.
- Clients who have experienced the Herpes Simplex Virus in the past must see their doctor to obtain a prescription for appropriate medication. They must begin taking the medication 3 days prior to treatment and for 4 days following treatment.
- This treatment is not for those with a pacemaker.
Are There Risks?
Some potential risks associated with the procedure are:
- Discomfort: Minor pain may be experienced during treatment. Our office uses a topical anesthetic which largely mitigates any accompanying discomfort.
- Redness/Swelling: Short term redness and swelling of the treated area is common.
- Changes in Skin Color: During the healing process there is a possibility that the treated area may become lighter (hypopigmentation) or darker (hyperpigmentation). This is a temporary change but on rare occasions could become permanent.
- Infection: The possibility of infection exists when the skin surface is disrupted. Infection is very rare. Pre and post treatment instructions are provided in order to minimize this risk.