Renuvion® Tampa
Loose skin can be the final hurdle in achieving the toned, athletic look you’ve worked hard for through diet and exercise. Renuvion offers a minimally invasive solution by combining the power of radiofrequency energy with the cooling properties of helium plasma to tighten skin from the inside out. It's an excellent option for those who aren't ready for a surgical body lift but need more than what non-invasive lasers can provide. Renuvion can also complement liposuction, helping tighten skin in the treatment area over your newly sculpted contours.
Board-certified Tampa plastic surgeon Dr. Stan Castor believes that the best outcomes happen when a surgeon takes the time to truly listen to a patient’s goals and educates them on every detail of their care. At Artisan Aesthetics, you benefit from the safety of an in-office treatment suite and the reassurance of 24/7 availability from your surgeon. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and discover whether Renuvion is the right choice for your goals.
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Cold helium plasma + RF energy instantly contracts subcutaneous tissues.
The only device cleared for use after liposuction and for tightening the skin of the neck and chin.
Requires only tiny, freckle-sized incisions, leading to significantly less scarring than a surgical lift.
Most patients return to light activities within 3–5 days, with minimal bruising and swelling.
Renuvion is a minimally invasive subdermal procedure that addresses skin laxity at its source. While traditional lasers heat dermal tissue from the outside, Renuvion works from the inside out. The Renuvion device is introduced under the skin through a tiny incision, where it directs helium gas through a focused RF field to generate a precise stream of cold plasma. This energy creates an immediate thermal effect, tightening the connective tissues under your skin around your body contours.
The Renuvion device then cools the tissue back to baseline temperature in milliseconds, allowing it to deliver heat energy to the target area without damaging the surrounding skin. This technology bridges the gap between non-surgical treatments and skin-tightening surgery.
Dr. Castor performs the minimally invasive Renuvion procedure in-office procedure. He starts by administering a local anesthetic to help minimize any discomfort. He then creates a very small incision (about the size of a freckle) and inserts the Renuvion handpiece into the subdermal layer. The cold helium plasma and RF heating combine to deliver a dual thermal effect™ that immediately contracts and tightens the underlying tissue. Dr. Castor will customize the depth of your treatment for precision results.
Combining Renuvion Skin Tightening With Liposuction
Dr. Castor may also use Renuvion to enhance a patient’s liposuction results. Renuvion complements this fat-reduction surgery by simultaneously tightening the surrounding tissue and preventing the loose or sagging skin commonly associated with fat loss, providing comprehensive sculpting.
Renuvion is specifically designed to treat skin concerns that aging and weight loss leave behind:
Specifically addresses the "looseness" that traditional liposuction cannot solve.
Contours and tightens the submental (under-chin) area for a sharper jawline.
Smooths the fine wrinkling on the abdomen, arms, and thighs.
Provides skin retraction for patients who have lost volume but aren't yet candidates for a full-excisional lift.
Renuvion can be used virtually anywhere skin laxity is present. Dr. Castor most frequently treats the neck and jawline, the abdomen, the upper arms (brachioplasty alternative), and the inner and outer thighs.
Renuvion is a revolutionary, minimally invasive skin rejuvenating procedure for the face and body. It combines two advanced technologies: cold helium plasma and radiofrequency (RF) energy heating. This creates a dual thermal effect™ of tissue heating and cooling for age-defying skin resurfacing and improved skin elasticity (or firmness). Renuvion addresses common signs of skin aging, including deep or fine lines, wrinkles, folds, and skin laxity on the face, neck, and body.
Renuvion can also be combined with liposuction to enhance fat-loss results with skin-firming and tightening. Renuvion is the only device FDA-cleared for use after liposuction, the only device FDA-cleared to improve the appearance of loose skin on the neck and chin, and the only device FDA-cleared to contract subcutaneous soft tissue as needed, anywhere on the body.
Read Dr. Castor’s Blog about Tightening Your Turkey Neck with Renuvion.
If you have mild to moderate skin laxity, are at a stable weight, and are in good overall health, Renuvion may be a good fit for you. Patients with more severe skin redundancy may benefit more from an excisional procedure (such as a facelift or tummy tuck). During your consultation, Dr. Castor will provide honest recommendations on the best pathway to achieving your goals.
Because Renuvion is minimally invasive, recovery is typically swift. You may experience some minor swelling, bruising, or a tight sensation in the treated area for the first few days. Dr. Castor recommends wearing a light compression garment to support the tissues as they adhere to their new, tighter position. Most patients can return to desk work and light social activities within 72 hours, though strenuous exercise should be avoided for about 2 weeks to ensure optimal internal healing.
One of the most exciting aspects of Renuvion is that you can often see tissue contraction immediately after treatment. However, the true transformation happens over the next 3 to 6 months. As your body responds to the thermal effect, it triggers a collagen explosion that remodels the skin from within.
The result is a smoother, firmer, and more toned appearance that looks entirely natural. Because Renuvion resets the foundational layers of your skin, these results are long-lasting. As you age, you will always look tighter and more refreshed than you would without the procedure.
Dr. Castor is a board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience helping patients achieve their goals. He stays current on the latest research, techniques, and technologies, ensuring his patients benefit from the most effective care for their unique needs. At Artisan Aesthetics, we treat you like family, ensuring you have direct access to your surgeon at every stage of your journey.
Contact our helpful team to schedule your consultation with Dr. Castor today. At this appointment, you can expect a thorough discussion in which Dr. Castor will listen to your goals, evaluate potential treatment areas, and fully educate you about your available options.
Renuvion is minimally invasive, with fewer risks and a faster recovery than traditional surgery. It also provides optimal results for people of all genders. The treatment provides patients with a near-instant firming effect on the treated skin while stimulating the body’s natural collagen production. As new collagen forms over time, you will notice further improvements to the look and feel of your skin for the next 3-6 months.
Most patients achieve their desired results with a single Renuvion session. Unlike non-invasive lasers that require a series of 5-6 visits, Renuvion’s subdermal plasma energy is powerful enough to provide definitive tightening in one go.
Yes. Renuvion is FDA-cleared and known for its "cool" plasma technology, which helps prevent overheating common with other RF devices. Dr. Castor performs the treatment in his accredited, private suite with a dedicated anesthesia team to ensure maximum safety.
Scars are minimal and typically fade to be almost imperceptible. The handpiece is inserted through tiny incisions (roughly 2-3mm) that Dr. Castor strategically places in natural skin folds or areas where they are easily hidden.
Absolutely. Renuvion is most commonly paired with Liposuction to ensure that once the fat is removed, the skin "shrink-wraps" around the new, slimmer contour rather than hanging loose.
