Plasma Pen

Plasma Pen - Fibroblasting 

It is the newest cosmetic procedure to combat wrinkles, loss of collagen, and sagging skin. As we age, the dermal layer of our skin thins, we produce less collagen, and we lose elasticity. All of these factors produce sagging and wrinkling of the skin.

The Plasma Pen is a soft-surgery procedure targeting a wide variety of skin conditions including loss of elasticity, sagging, and wrinkles that have been traditionally treated with fillers or plastic surgery.

How it works?

Plasma Pen converts electrical energy into gaseous diatomic molecular nitrogen and transmits that energized gas in a non-contact way to the skin’s surface from above. This causes a micro-trauma to the skin’s epidermal layer (top layers) whilst simultaneously heating and disrupting the deeper dermal structure via thermal conduction. This treatment is also known as fibroblasting. Fibroblasts are the most common cells of connective tissue in the body that produce collagen. 

What areas can be treated?

Fibroblasting produces excellent results for any area of the body, particularly the face and neck regions. 

Before the treatment?

• We recommend you avoid sun-tanning, spray-tanning, tanning injections and sunbed for 4 to 6 weeks before your treatment.

• Avoid any other type of procedure for 3-4 weeks on the same area which you intend to have treated with Plasma Pen, such as laser therapy, or chemical peels.

After the treatment?

To achieve maximum results, it’s essential to follow this aftercare advice. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any concerns or questions. 

• You are likely to experience some short-term side effects during the initial skin healing process, which is typically the first 7-10 days after treatment. 

• It takes 6-8 weeks for the full effect of your treatment to be seen. Additional treatments in the same area, if required, may only be done after the 12-week period. 

• You may continue with your normal daily activities as normal, but you may not look your absolute best during the initial healing process (usually 3 to 7 days, depending on the areas treated and your skin’s healing abilities).

• Swelling and inflammation for 1 – 5 days post-treatment is normal and to be expected. You may also experience a stinging sensation in the treated area. This is normal and fades within 24 hours. 

• Skin may feel tight and dry with possible itching of the treated area. 

• Crusts quickly form on the area and are visible for up to 10 days. When the crusts have fallen off, your skin may be a little pink as it is fresh, new baby skin. 

• Weeping occurs occasionally and quickly settles. 

• DO NOT pick the crusts off as it will delay the healing process or could scar 

• Clean the area daily with lukewarm water and soft, lint-free cloth daily to remove excess oil. Pat dry only and avoid rubbing the treated area. 

• Avoid a hot shower on treated area, as well as shower gels or hair products, for the first 3-4 days. 

• Keep the crusts moist by applying small amounts of the Silver Colloidal Gel with Aloe Vera up to 3 times a day, until the carbon crusts have fallen off. Apply very small amounts only. The gel dries on your face and acts to protect the skin and provide relief from possible itching, as well as helps to speed up healing. 

• Keep the treated area oil-free. 

• Only wear make-up on the area, once the crusts have fallen off. A small amount of the provided Tinted SPF 50 Healing Balm can be used as camouflage. The balm is not suitable for oily skin. 

• Do not cover the area with a dressing or plaster 

• Avoid creams other than those provided. 

• Ice packs covered in a clean cloth may be applied to reduce swelling or use a Cold Eye Mask. 

• For facial treatments, sleeping on your back with your head in an elevated position also reduces swelling 

• Taking a high dose of Vitamin C supplements can boost your immune system over the course of the healing process. 

• For the next 12 weeks and ideally longer, it’s crucial to apply SPF50 when you are outside to prevent the new skin from burning. Be particularly vigilant if you are in the midday sun. 

Avoid the following in the treated area:

 • Exfoliating products or products containing glycolic acid for 12 weeks 

• Other skin-care treatments until the area is healed 

• Shaving until the area is fully healed 

• Contact lenses for 72 hours if the eyes were treated 

• Smoking & alcohol 

• No saunas or sunbeds during the 12-week healing process 

• No strenuous exercise, sweating or extreme heat for 24 hours 

Contraindications

• Birth marks and port wine stains cannot and must not ever be treated with Plasma Pen.

• The Plasma Pen treatment cannot be performed on breastfeeding or pregnant women. 

• If you are undergoing cancer treatment, you should check with your oncologist to find out when your blood count is most suitable to receive treatment. If the cancer is terminal, we may proceed with a doctor’s written consent. 

• Epilepsy. If it has been two years since your last seizure, the Plasma Pen treatment might be performed. Plasma Pen treatment may trigger an epileptic event, and you will need to complete a consent form as well as have someone bring with you at your appointment. 

• Hemophilia is contraindicated for Plasma Pen treatment, and not safe for hemophiliac patients. 

• Plasma Pen is not safe for individuals with HIV / AIDS / Hepatitis or other immune disorders. 

• Plasma Pen is not appropriate for anyone with hyperpigmentation or having darker skin tone.

• Due to the inflammation and swelling associated with lupus, the Plasma Pen treatment cannot be safely performed. 

• If you have experienced retinal conditions, that you wil need to obtain a written consent form from your ophthalmic surgeon prior to commencing Plasma Pen treatment in the eye area. 

• It is not recommended to treat any areas with Plasma Pen that are affected by any of these skin disorders: psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema.

• Plasma Pen is not an appropriate treatment for hypertrophic scars. 

• If you are prone to picking, the Plasma Pen treatment may not be appropriate due to the increased risk of infection and hyperpigmentation associated with additional trauma to the skin caused by trichotillomania.

• Unfortunately, clients with vitiligo are not good candidates for Plasma Pen due to the risk associated with outbreaks in other areas of the body or face.