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Skin Tightening Specialist

Warrenton Dermatology & Skin Therapy Center -  - Board-Certified Dermatologist

Warrenton Dermatology & Skin Therapy Center

Board Certified Dermatologist & Botox and Filler Specialists located in Warrenton, VA

Surgery isn’t the only way to resolve sagging, crepey skin that ages you and makes you feel self-conscious. At Warrenton Dermatology & Skin Therapy Center in Warrenton, Virginia, the dermatology team offers Plasma Pen™ and SkinTyte™, innovative technologies that reform collagen production to firm up lax skin. Call to set up an appointment or schedule online to find out how this noninvasive treatment can help boost the appearance of your entire body.

Skin Tightening Q & A

As you age, collagen production decreases significantly, causing crepy and saggy skin, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. Aging is a natural process that cannot be prevented, but its consequences can be resolved with Plasma Pen treatment (also known as fibroblast therapy). It is a non-invasive, aesthetic procedure designed to smooth, tighten and enhance the appearance of the skin, especially around the chin, forehead, cheeks, lips, and eyes. Clinical studies reveal that plasma pen treatment stimulates fibroblast activity and encourages tissue regeneration and contraction (tightening).

How does Plasma Pen fibroblast therapy work?

The Plasma Pen is used to treat various parts of the face and body by transforming electrical energy into electrostatic energy, which is passed from the probe as an impulse through the skin. When the pen is 1mm above the skin, oxygen and nitrogen combine to produce an arc of plasma discharge.

Even though the plasma arc does not contact the skin, it causes a thermal disturbance within the dermis, creating micro-injuries that stimulate fibroblasts to increase collagen production and activate essential proteins in the skin. As your skin heals from these micro-injuries, you will develop new, rejuvenated, and healthy tissue.

What areas can Plasma Pen treat?

FACE

  • Upper face, including crow’s feet, upper and lower eyelids, forehead lines, and frown lines.
  • Midface, including nasolabial folds, earlobes acne scars, and cheek lines.
  • Lower face, including jowls and jawline, vertical lip lines, smile lines, mouth corners, and marionette lines.

 

BODY

  • Stomach, including stretch marks
  • Arms and forearms
  • Inner and outer thighs
  • Breast
  • Buttocks

 

What results are expected from Plasma Pen treatment?

You will notice immediate and dramatic skin improvement due to the contraction of the surface skin tissue.

You will feel revitalized as new and healthy skin and cells will replace the old ones and notice more elasticity and flexibility with the reshaping, rebuilding, and strengthening of the scaffolding within the dermis.

Your cell maturation and tissue regeneration will increase due to the trigger and release of important proteins within the skin.

How long do results last?

On average, the results of plasma pen treatment last up to 2-3 years, but the specific time frame for you depends on your skin type, how well the procedure is done, your health condition, and how well and quickly your skin is healed following the procedure.

Tips to enhance the lasting period of your results

  • The micro-injuries created by plasma pen treatment will turn into scabs after some hours. Do not pick at these scabs and let them fall on their own to prevent scars or damage.
  • Don’t use lotions, creams, or any other makeup product on the treated skin until it is healed.
  • Getting the procedure done by a highly trained professional is recommended to experience desired and long-lasting results.

 

Will Plasma Pen Treatment Hurt?

A topical anesthetic is used to numb your skin before the procedure, so you should not feel much discomfort. You may experience mild discomfort, swelling, and/or bruising following the procedure, which is quite common and typically subsides within 5-7 days.

Who are the ideal candidates for Plasma Pen treatment?

The ideal candidates for plasma pen treatment are those who have mild to moderate skin wrinkles, texture, or laxity issues and are looking to improve the skin’s volume, appearance, and elasticity.

You should not undergo the procedure if you:

  • Are pregnant
  • Are breastfeeding
  • Have a pacemaker or other heart conditions
  • Have metal implants or medical appliances near the treatment area
  • Are diabetic
  • Have epilepsy, cancer, or autoimmune conditions that delay your healing process

 

Possible Side Effects of Plasma Pen Treatment

  • Following treatment, people may experience side effects, such as:
  • Swelling (edema)
  • Itching
  • Redness like a sunburn
  • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation
  • Infection (very rare)
  • Allergic reaction (uncommon, but those who experience it may have a hive-like appearance in the treatment area)

 

Is Plasma Pen Safe?

Plasma Pen is FDA-approved and stimulates the body’s natural healing process to rejuvenate the skin without directly contacting the skin or using chemicals, injections, or medicines, so it is considered a safe treatment option.

Pre & Post Treatment Instructions

 


What is skin tightening with SkinTyte?

SkinTyte is a revolutionary, noninvasive mode of skin tightening. The system uses pulses of infrared-light technology, which heat the deep layers of your skin to stimulate collagen production. Collagen is a major protein component of your skin responsible for firmness and skin strength.

The infrared technology causes existing collagen to contract and boosts the production of new collagen. As a result, you get skin that looks significantly lifted.

What areas can be treated with skin tightening?

SkinTyte is appropriate for all skin types. It’s effective just about anywhere on your body where sagging, lax skin is a concern, including:

  • Neck
  • Face
  • Thighs
  • Abdomen
  • Upper arms


Talk to the team at Warrenton Dermatology & Skin Therapy Center to learn how SkinTyte can help you.

Do skin tightening treatments hurt?

Most people find the treatment entirely comfortable and require no topical numbing cream. The technology features a cooling tip to help ease the sensation of heat generated by SkinTyte infrared energy.

Skin tightening treatments with SkinTyte are fast, effective, and require no downtime. You can go back to all your normal activities after a session, including work or workouts.

What are the benefits of SkinTyte for skin tightening?

SkinTyte requires no surgery, so you don’t risk excessive blood loss, infection, or scarring. You won’t experience bruising or swelling as a result of treatment either.

Treatments with SkinTyte are far more affordable than surgery. The team at Warrenton Dermatology & Skin Therapy Center works with you and your budget.

How many treatments will I need?

Your provider at Warrenton Dermatology & Skin Therapy Center customizes a treatment plan according to the degree of your skin laxity and the areas you want to treat. Usually, you need between three and six treatments scheduled every two weeks to achieve optimal results.

When will I see results from skin tightening treatments?

It takes time for collagen to reformulate and develop. Your full results are evident after about four months.

Pre Treatment Instructions

Post Treatment Instructions

Connect with Warrenton Dermatology for a complimentary consultation appointment to learn more about Plasma Pen fibroblast therapy and SkinTyte skin tightening, as well as all the other non-surgical cosmetic treatments we offer. Request an appointment online, or call 540-341-1900.
Location

Warrenton Dermatology & Skin
Therapy Center

28 Blackwell Park Ln, #302
Warrenton, VA 20186

Phone: 540-341-1900

Fax: 540-341-0940

Office Hours
  • Monday

    8:00 am - 4:15 pm

  • Tuesday

    8:00 am - 4:15 pm

  • Wednesday

    8:00 am - 4:15 pm

  • Thursday

    8:00 am - 4:15 pm

  • Friday

    8:00 am - 4:15 pm

  • Saturday

    Closed

  • Sunday

    Closed

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540-341-1900