Plasma Chicoutimi

If your eyelid skin is starting to sag (mild to moderate sagging), the tightening effect of Plasma can be an interesting alternative to blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). However, although Plasma is a very safe and effective treatment, it is not suitable for everyone. During your consultation, our team will perform a skin assessment and discuss your medical history and expectations to determine if Plasma is the right option for you.

Plasma creates micro-lesions on the surface of the skin that causes the skin to contract and stimulate collagen formation. This triggers the skin’s natural healing process, usually resulting in swelling and redness (and sometimes bruising) for the first two to three days. Tiny crusts will then form and gradually fall off over the next seven to ten days.

The level of pain varies depending on individual sensitivity, but the treatment is generally described as mildly uncomfortable. A topical anesthetic cream is applied prior to starting the treatment and our team will do everything possible to ensure your comfort.

As mentioned previously, the treatment area is likely to be swollen and red within forty-eight to seventy-two hours and tiny dot-like crusts will form and fall off within seven to ten days of treatment. Therefore, it is estimated that most Plasma treatments involve the possibility of social unavailability for five to seven days. However, these are only cosmetic concerns and there is no real downtime if they do not affect you and it is perfectly possible to resume a normal routine after your treatment, taking special care and protecting your treated skin from the sun.

The tightening effect is immediate, but it takes about four weeks before you see real results. Indeed, optimal results are generally visible when collagen production is stimulated during the skin’s healing process. This collagen production takes place over a period of four to twelve weeks after the treatment. The effects are therefore progressive and the results subtle and natural.

Depending on the degree of skin laxity, it is generally recommended to schedule two to three sessions, spaced four to eight weeks apart. The effects of Plasma are long-lasting but do not prevent subsequent natural sagging. Periodic maintenance over the years will help you maintain the results over time.