4 Advice to Choose a Plasma Lift

Thanks to huge advancements in aesthetic medicine, there are now countless wrinkle treatments to choose from. From Botox injections and dermabrasion to chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing, today’s patients can opt for a wider range of treatments to achieve a smoother, more even complexion. One option to add to this ever-growing list is the Subnovii Plasma Pen.

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The Subnovii Plasma Pen offers a range of rejuvenation benefits, just one of which is wrinkle reduction. With this cutting-edge device, we can diminish mild to moderate wrinkles anywhere on your face, neck and chest. The results are comparable to injectables but are longer-lasting and more natural-looking. 

There are countless other reasons our patients choose this treatment over others, and we’ll talk about the five biggest reasons here. But before we do, here is a quick primer on the Subnovii Plasma Pen. 

What Is the Subnovii Plasma Pen?

The Subnovii Plasma Pen is an FDA-approved skin rejuvenation treatment developed by Cartessa™. It is an advanced type of plasma fibroblast therapy, which is also known as plasma skin resurfacing.

Plasma skin resurfacing uses electric currents delivered through a plasma-producing pen to create micro-wounds in the skin. This encourages cells in the skin called fibroblasts to produce greater levels of collagen, resulting in smoother and tighter skin. Also called the fourth state of matter, the plasma used in this therapy is simply ionized gas. 

What sets the Subnovii Plasma Pen therapy apart from other plasma skin resurfacing treatments is its use of low-frequency energy (LF+ technology). Other similar therapies use high-energy currents. Subnovii is often offered as an alternative to surgery, laser and injections. 

5 Reasons to Choose Subnovii for Wrinkle Reduction

If you’re interested in getting a noninvasive treatment to diminish fine lines and wrinkles, you may want to consider the Subnovii Plasma Pen. This option comes with unique benefits not seen with laser, injections or surgery: 

Subnovii Is Safe

The Subnovii Plasma Pen is the market’s first FDA-approved handheld plasma device. That’s in part thanks to its use of low-frequency technology. The device is the product of six years of careful research, development and testing by industry-leading third parties. The result is a plasma device that is much safer than its predecessors. 

Plasma therapies are often used to treat delicate and hard-to-reach areas of the face, primarily due to their high precision. But since most of these therapies use high-frequency energy, there is always the risk of delivering too much heat or delivering the heat too deeply. This can create unpredictable results or cause inflammation, scarring and pigmentation problems. 

The Subnovii Plasma Pen eliminates this concern thanks to its gentle technology. When our licensed and trained providers use this device, we do so with your safety in mind first. 

Subnovii Is Noninvasive

Most wrinkle reduction treatments are invasive to some extent or involve some level of skin contact. The Subnovii device, on the other hand, does not come into contact with your skin. Instead, the plasma pen projects a stream of ionized gas to the skin from a distance. 

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Patients worried about needles or contamination can rest assured that the Subnovii Pen is completely noninvasive. Many patients today prefer noninvasive or minimally invasive treatments due to the lower risk of infection and faster recovery times. 

Noninvasive treatments are also more suitable for a wider range of patients, including those with underlying health problems, allergies or sensitivities. The same holds true for this particular treatment when used to diminish wrinkles or for overall skin rejuvenation. 

It Can Treat Small or Hard-to-Reach Areas

This pen-like device is ideal where precision is essential. For example, it can help treat fine lines, wrinkles and sagging in the thin skin around the eyes. Or it can offer precise treatment in hard-to-reach areas, like crow’s feet or smoker’s lines. 

Many of our patients have specific cosmetic concerns that they haven’t found success treating with other methods. Others prefer to have a treatment that targets these specific areas instead of the whole face for quicker recovery. 

Either way, the Subnovii Plasma Pen is a suitable choice due to its unmatched precision and safety.

The Results Are Long-Lasting

If you’re looking for a wrinkle-reduction treatment with more staying power than either injections or mild peels, the Subnovii Plasma Pen may be it. Not only does this treatment lead to a 68% improvement in the skin’s appearance, but the results can last up to a year, if not longer. 

Right after initial redness and flaking subside, which happens in about a week post-treatment, you will notice some level of skin tightening. As fibroblast cells continue producing collagen in the months following this procedure, you will see even more skin tightening that will peak around weeks 12 to 16. This effect should last for at least a year. In comparison, Botox injections typically provide results for three to four months. 

Your Results Will Look Natural

While injectables, fillers and surgery can offer dramatic wrinkle reduction and/or skin rejuvenation, the results may not end up looking as natural as you would like. If you prefer natural-looking results with absolutely no effect on your facial movements, then this treatment may be the perfect option for you. 

Injectables work by either preventing muscle movement or filling in hollow areas. This may change your features in ways you feel are unflattering or too obvious. Surgery can lead to unpredictable outcomes depending on the surgeon’s skill and the patient’s healing process. 

Because the Subnovii Plasma Pen works by naturally boosting your skin’s collagen levels, the effects are more natural than with injectables or surgery. This treatment is ideal for patients who want to look like themselves, only younger.

Book Your Subnovii Plasma Pen Appointment

If you want to reduce your facial wrinkles and rejuvenate your appearance, contact our team at California Dermatology Care to discuss Subnovii Plasma Pen. 

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What is Plasma Fibroblast?

Plasma Fibroblast is an aggressive skin tightening procedure that utilizes very controlled arcs of heat to tighten the skin. Plasma Fibroblast is a nonsurgical treatment that uses a handheld device to deliver an electrical arc to the skin to tighten & firm by fusing together skin cell fibers & stimulating the production of collagen & elastin.

How does Plasma Fibroblast work?

Plasma Fibroblast targets the layer of skin that houses the fibroblasts. Fibroblasts main job is to support collagen and elastin, while focusing on the skin’s hydration. This treatment uses tiny electrical arches to stimulate the fibroblasts to enhance your skins healing powers, with focus on the elastin and collagen production, tightening skin that has decreased in elasticity with age. Ultimately, we are tricking your body into think there is an injury, or a burn. The main nutrients used to heal the body, especially, surface level skin, is collagen and elastin. But because it is a micro-injury, all the nutrients aren’t needed to actually heal, meaning you get the benefits of the excessive collagen and elastin!

Does Plasma Fibroblast hurt?

Plasma Fibroblast does come with a bit of pain, to be entirely honest. Pain level varies based on each client’s pain levels. A qualified provider will use a medical grade numbing cream prior to service. Many people assume this takes the pain away, however this just dulls the sensation. Plasma Fibroblast is essentially micro-burns, meaning that this treatment does elicit a bit of pain. Some areas are more sensitive than others. The concept of ‘Beauty is Pain’ comes to mind when thinking about Plasma Fibroblast.  I say all of this to set realistic expectations for anyone looking to get Plasma Fibroblast done. However, some clients have an incredibly high pain tolerance and rate the pain as a 1 on a scale of 1 to 10. Again, all pain levels vary; I just want you to be realistic going into Plasma Fibroblast treatment, it can be uncomfortable. But the results are SO worth it!

What are the associated risks with Plasma Fibroblast?

The main risks associated with Plasma Fibroblast are in terms of discoloration. You do run the risk with Plasma Fibroblast treatment to hyper or hypo pigment meaning your skin gets lighter or darker in the area treated. A qualified provider will be able to tell you the risk levels based on a consultation. However, bodies are incredibly strange, and we can never 100% guarantee how your body will react. Good news is, that most discoloration does fade with time. Plasma Fibroblast is a burn, so with this, we are burning off the old skin and brand-new skin is replacing it. Think about getting a boo-boo, example being a blister on the heal, when the skin starts to grow back, it is more of a fleshy pink color. That is the color of NEW skin. So immediately after Plasma Fibroblast, it’s incredibly common that the new skin is pinker, not 100% matching the color of the rest of your skin in the treated area. This is of no concern. The concern lies within each dot of treatment during much lighter or much darker than surrounding skin. This is what we refer to as hypo or hyper pigmentation. This is simply a risk you run, but the skin usually does fade back to a natural color with time.

What areas can be treated with Plasma Fibroblast?

Any area can be treated with Plasma Fibroblast! While the face is the most common area for Plasma Fibroblast treatment, it is also common to treat the neck/ décolleté, stomach, and any area that could benefit from skin tightening. Treating the upper eyes with Plasma Fibroblast is by far the most common. There are so many skin tightening treatments on the market, but very few for tightening above the eyes, without a full-blown surgical blepharoplasty. Due to the controlled heat and application of Plasma Fibroblast, we are able to easily tighten the upper eyes! It is also really common to treat acne scars with Plasma Fibroblast. This is a service I recommend getting done by only a very seasoned provider, as it is a bit more involved. Certainly, make sure you ask for before and after photos of previous clients!

What is the healing process like with Plasma Fibroblast?

Heal time with Plasma Fibroblast is one of the more involved healing processes with current skin tightening treatments on the market. Each arc of heat elicits a micro-burn which then turns into a scab. These scabs last on average for about a week. You can expect to feel a hot, sunburn sensation for the first 24 hours post treatment. It is also super common to swell with treatment, especially when treating areas on the face; swelling usually persists for up to 72 hours. As the scabs start to fall off, your skin will be a pink color and often times a bit raised. This is all incredibly normal and will lessen with time. During healing, you need to keep the area clean, cool, calm, and dry. This means no aggressive, sweaty workouts, no long showers, no steam rooms, no swimming pools, etc.

What can I do to minimize swelling post Plasma Fibroblast treatment?

Swelling is usually most dominant when treating the face, especially the eyes. It’s important to sleep with your head elevated for the first few days post treatment. Avoid eating excessive amounts of salt; don’t go home and binge on potato chips. Increase your water intake. You may use cold compresses/ ice, just make sure you aren’t getting the treated area wet. Be mindful of ice potentially melting.

When is the best time of year to get Plasma Fibroblast treatment?

The best time of year to get Plasma Fibroblast treatment is anytime that you tend to avoid sun exposure. If you love summer days by the pool or have a tropical vacation scheduled, you definitely need to hold off on microneedling until a time that you will be out of the sun. Even wearing a hat and using SPF can still result in hyperpigmentation post Plasma Fibroblast. A lot of clients prefer to do Plasma Fibroblast when they have a couple days of downtime where they can relax at home, all natural. It’s also super important to avoid sun exposure for about a month prior to Plasma Fibroblast treatment. If you have a nice, melanin rich tan before treatment, the new skin that results post treatment will be much lighter than the surrounding skin, creating a polka dot pattern on your skin. The best time to treat is when your skin color is as light as it gets, and you plan to keep it that way.

Who should not get Plasma Fibroblast treatment?

Plasma Fibroblast is a treatment that is geared towards a lighter skin type. Melanin rich skin likes to produce melanin and can often times result in hyper pigmentation. I do not recommend treating the face on clients with a Fitzpatrick skin scale above 4.5 – 5. However, if you are melanin rich and still want treatment, be prepared for hyperpigmentation. This is clearly very noticeable on the face. I have had many clients who understand the risks and still to choose to opt in for Plasma Fibroblast on the abdomen and breasts because they want the skin tightening. This hyperpigmentation is easier to hide and usually does fade with time.

I hyperpigmented with Plasma Fibroblast treatment, now what?

If you hyperpigmented with your Plasma Fibroblast treatment, don’t panic. I understand that this is mentally draining and a cause for concern. However, pigmentation changes post treatment, especially during the healing phase is incredibly normal. You need to wait a minimum of 4 weeks to see the fully healed results. If after 4 weeks, there is still a variation in your pigment colors, you can take a few routes. First, time heals everything. The majority of hypo and hyperpigmentation will settle with time and patience. If you are concerned and want to take further action, microneedling can also help to balance pigmentation. Please be kind to your providers. This is a treatment that does come with risk and even the most knowledgeable and seasoned providers cannot control the outcomes of Plasma Fibroblast. Do not play the blame game, do not ask for a refund, do not leave a bad review. You knew the risks going into treatment. A good provider will listen to your concerns, explain that pigmentation changes are very normal, advise you to wait, or offer you options on other services to balance pigmentation such as microneedling. Do not expect further services to be comped.

Is there an age limit on Plasma Fibroblast?

You need to be 18 years of age for Plasma Fibroblast. Other than that, this is a great treatment for any age group. Younger clients opt to do Plasma Fibroblast for lip lifts, abdomen tightening, hooded eyelid correction, etc. Older clients are drawn to Plasma Fibroblast to tighten skin that has lost elasticity throughout the years. Keep in mind, that the looser the skin, the more visible the tightening results will be!

How many treatments of Plasma Fibroblast will I need?

I like to explain Plasma Fibroblast in reference to the gym. You go to the gym for one week, you feel good, you’re noticing changes. You go to the gym for 2 weeks and other people start to notice changes and so on. Same with Plasma Fibroblast; you will notice improvement with one treatment, but results will be more noticeable with 2-3 treatments. A qualified provider will do a consult with you in person or via photos, to advise how many treatments they think you will need. With eyes especially, 2-3 treatments are needed for true results. The more treatment you receive, the tighter the skin gets. Usually, no more than 3 Plasma Fibroblast treatments on one area per year.

Is Plasma Fibroblast permanent?

The tightening results are permanent, yes as we are tightening the skin that has lost elasticity. However, we cannot stop your skin from aging. Therefore, it is really common to do yearly touchups to enhance the collagen and elastin production, tighten the skin, and be proactive with aging.

How do I know I’m finding a good provider for Plasma Fibroblast?

Finding a knowledgeable provider is key to a good experience with Plasma Fibroblast. Some suggestions when finding a provider, ask questions! Utilize the knowledge you have gained from this blog to engage your provider in a few question-guided discussions. You want a provider that is well spoken and confident on Plasma Fibroblast. Next, having a portfolio of personal Plasma Fibroblast clients is a sign that the provider is experienced. In , it’s rare that a provider does not have a social media presence; check out their page, look at comparison photos. It’s a bonus if their content provides educational, knowledgeable posts on the services as well. Your provider should be a licensed esthetician and/or work under the direct supervision of a physician. It’s always okay for you to ask a provider for their credentials.

 Have questions that we haven’t discussed? Comment below and I’ll be sure to answer / clarify anything that you may like to know!

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