Plexr Plus

Plexr Plus is a very safe, minimally invasive and effective type of treatment that utilizes plasma technology. Plasma is the fourth state of matter, made up of ionized particles which are charged. Plasma is described as “a lightning bolt”. When lightning hits the ground it vaporizes everything and leaves only black carbon.

Plexr Plus uses the ionization of gases in the air to form plasma, creating a small electrical arc, which, when applied near the skin, sublimates the surface of the skin (turning the surface into gas). This plasma beam generates heat and causes sublimation of the outermost part of the epidermis (outer layer of the skin), without damage to the surrounding or deeper structure of the skin. This allows an immediate contraction/tightening and reorganization of the collagen fibres. It also stimulates skin fibroblast cells in the deeper skin dermis, which leads to the formation of new collagen and a renewal of the epidermal tissue.

Plexr Plus can be used for many skin concerns:

• Non-surgical upper and lower blepharoplasty (eye lift, eye bags)
• Peri-oral rejuvenation/smoker’s lines
• Scars, including surgical and acne
• Wrinkles and sagging skin (face, neck, body)
• Xanthelasma
• Lumps and bumps: moles, age warts, sun and age spots, skin tags
• Neck, face and body lifting

Results are immediately visible and permanent, however, there is a period of healing after treatment that is vital for the success of the treatment. Aftercare instructions must be followed closely, and any questions or concerns should be directed to the clinic as soon as possible.

Plexr Plus treatments should not be performed if you have:

• A pacemaker or other active implants
• Active cancer
• Current use of Accutane, or have taken in the last 3 months
• Current pregnancy
• An active infection in treatment area
• Uncontrolled diabetes

What to Expect When Undergoing Plexr Plus Treatments

On the day of treatment, topical freezing cream will be applied to the treatment area. After the appropriate freezing time, the area is cleansed. Your Plexr Plus provider will then use the Plexr Plus device, working in a small grid to create a retraction of the skin in the treatment area. This creates fine grey-brown scales, called “carbon dust”, which disappear a few days after each session. Immediate contraction will be visible.

The full appointment takes around one hour to ninety minutes, and depends and the areas of treatment.

Please note that there is a significant period of “social downtime” after Plexr Plus treatments. Your healing skin will be quite unsightly, scabby and swollen for up to 2 weeks. Plexr Plus is NOT a no-downtime procedure. Be sure to plan your work and social engagements accordingly. One can safely plan to hunker down at home for a week or more.

Carbon crusts take 5-10 days to fall off. They look burnt and brown before falling off on their own. Picking must be absolutely avoided. After care instructions must be followed precisely. Skin will look red and flaky, and may possibly be itchy for 2-3 weeks.

Swelling is expected. In the eyelid area, swelling may last up to 7 days. It can be severe during the first 3-4 days.

Results are permanent, and further improvement can be seen up to 1 year after treatment. Additional treatments, if needed, cannot usually be performed within 12 weeks (3 months) of the initial treatment.

You will be seen for follow-up 2 weeks and 4 weeks after your Plexr Plus treatment.

Strict sun-protection practices must be followed (SPF 40 minimum, physical sunscreen, applied daily for at least 3 months) and picking of scabs must be absolutely avoided after treatment to prevent complications or sub-par results.