Skin loses its elasticity and firmness with age, resulting in fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin. While several cosmetic treatments are available to address these concerns, many people are turning to non-invasive procedures like fibroblast therapy to achieve a more youthful appearance instead. The plasma pen is one of the most popular tools used in this treatment.

What is Fibroblast Therapy?

Fibroblast therapy, also known as “plasma skin resurfacing” or “plasma fibroblast,” is a non-invasive cosmetic treatment to tighten and rejuvenate the skin. The procedure involves using the plasma pen, a handheld device that emits a small electric arc, to create tiny perforations on the skin’s surface. This effect makes the body produce more collagen and elastin, two crucial proteins that help the skin keep its shape and flexibility. As a result, the skin becomes smoother, firmer and more youthful-looking.

How Does the Plasma Pen Work?

The plasma pen used in fibroblast therapy works by ionizing the air in the atmosphere, creating a small electrical arc that is directed onto the skin. The arc makes a controlled micro-trauma on the skin’s surface, which triggers the body’s natural healing response. This response leads to the production of collagen and elastin, which help tighten and firm the skin. The plasma pen can be used on various body parts, including the face, neck, chest and hands.

Benefits of the Plasma Pen

Among the most significant benefits of the plasma pen is that it is a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment. Because of this benefit, cutting and stitching are unnecessary; therefore, the patient can return to their everyday life immediately. Additionally, the plasma pen can be used on all skin types, making it an accessible treatment option for people with different skin tones and textures.

Another fantastic benefit of the plasma pen is that it produces natural-looking results. After the treatment, the skin gradually gets tighter and firmer over a few weeks, making the person look younger without looking overdone or fake. Additionally, the plasma pen’s effects can last up to three years, depending on the individual’s skin type and lifestyle.

Only a Qualified Medical Aesthetician Should Use the Plasma Pen

Even though using a plasma pen for fibroblast therapy is generally safe, some risks and side effects can happen. These include temporary redness, swelling and scabbing at the treatment site. Patients may also feel a mild burning or tingling during the treatment, but this usually goes away after the procedure.

It is vital to get fibroblast therapy from a qualified provider with experience to reduce the risk of problems. At Atlanta Plastic Surgery Specialists, P.C., our board-certified plastic surgeons and licensed medical aestheticians have done plasma fibroblast treatments and other cosmetic procedures for years.

Contact us and schedule a consultation with Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones if you want to learn more about fibroblast therapy and the plasma pen. He can help determine if this treatment suits you and create a personalized plan to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.