Opus Plasma® is a quick and effective treatment that utilizes the power of radiofrequency and plasma to restore your skin’s quality.
Your skin gradually diminishes in quality as you age. There are a number of reasons why this occurs. As early as your 30s, your production of collagen, a structural protein that maintains skin firmness and elasticity, declines. UV rays emitted by the sun gradually take a toll on your skin, which affects your tone and texture. The natural forces of gravity tug and pull, making your skin sag.
Aging is inevitable and impossible to avoid – your skin shows the experiences of life as the external and internal factors take their toll. Despite this, a rejuvenating treatment exists that can help relieve your skin of these cosmetic concerns, essentially turning back the hands of time and giving you a more youthful image. This treatment is known as Opus Plasma skin resurfacing, and we offer it at Amplify Aesthetics in Camp Hill, PA
What Is Skin Resurfacing With Opus Plasma?
Opus Plasma, developed by Alma, a lead developer of aesthetics technology, is an FDA-approved skin rejuvenation treatment. The treatment involves a device that has metal pins that emit radiofrequency energy while gliding across the top of the skin. When this energy is introduced to the skin, it causes a plasma to form, which heats the skin and ultimately creates microchannels. These microchannels prompt the body’s natural healing response, which boosts the production of collagen and elastin. The micro-ablative treatment allows for controlled damage, meaning it is safe, precise, and reduces the possibility of inflammation
What Can Opus Plasma Treat?
Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Fine lines and wrinkles often form as a result of aging, where the skin’s natural collagen and elastin production decreases, leading to less elasticity and firmness. Opus plasma stimulates collagen production by creating micro-injuries in the skin, reducing the appearance of these fine lines and wrinkles for a smoother, more youthful look.
Skin Laxity
Skin laxity occurs when the skin loses its ability to bounce back, often due to aging, weight fluctuations, or sun damage. Sagging most often occurs in areas where gravity has more of an impact such as the jawline, the cheeks, and the tender skin of the undereye area. By promoting collagen and elastin production deep within the skin, RF skin tightening tightens these loose areas, resulting in firmer, more lifted skin.
Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation can develop from factors like sun exposure, hormonal changes, or inflammation, leading to dark spots, sun damage, and melasma. You may notice sun spots on areas that get a lot of sun exposure, or you may have post-inflammatory inflammation from acne breakouts. Opus plasma breaks down pigmented cells, helping to fade these dark spots and even out your complexion.
Acne Scars
Acne scars form when the skin’s healing process after an acne breakout is disrupted, leaving behind pitted areas. Often, the body does not produce enough collagen to replace the tissue that was damaged by inflammation. The treatment remodels scar tissue by stimulating healing processes to replace this missing collagen, which helps to smooth out these scars and improve the overall texture of your skin.
Uneven Texture
Uneven skin texture can be caused by a buildup of dead skin cells, sun damage, or past acne, leading to rough patches and an irregular surface. The appearance of the skin can also be uneven because of enlarged pores. Opus plasma refines skin texture by encouraging the growth of new, healthy skin cells, reducing roughness, tightening the skin around the pores, and leaving the skin softer and more even.
What Are The Benefits Of Opus Plasma?
Opus Plasma is an exceptional treatment that has many benefits in comparison to other skin rejuvenation treatments, including:
- Quick treatment time, taking approximately 15 minutes
- Requires less downtime as compared to Co2
- Visible results
- Precise treatment
- Great for under eye area
Opus Plasma is a skin rejuvenation treatment that addresses the following cosmetic concerns:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Skin laxity
- Hyperpigmentation
- Acne scars
- Uneven texture
Walking You Through Your Treatment
How to Prepare for Your Opus Plasma Treatment
We recommend avoiding direct sun exposure and discontinuing the use of any retinoids or exfoliating products for at least a week as you prepare for your skin resurfacing treatment. On the day of your appointment, come to our office with clean skin that doesn’t have any makeup or lotions on it. Wear comfortable clothing and come prepared with any questions you have about the treatment and your recovery.
The Opus Plasma Treatment
Your Opus Plasma treatment will begin with applying a topical anesthetic to the treatment site to reduce discomfort. When your skin is prepped, the device will be applied to your skin, which is then moved evenly across your entire face, ensuring consistency. The device’s energy will be adjusted to suitable settings based on your unique skin tone and type. Opus Plasma is a particularly unique treatment because it takes only 15 minutes to treat the entirety of the facial structure. Afterward, you leave with a red to flushed appearance, some compare this to a mild sunburn.
Recovery From Opus Plasma
Everyone responds differently to treatments but on average a patient can expect mild redness and swelling to last approximately one to two days. After the swelling subsides, your skin may develop a leathery feel that lasts three to five days. Full recovery is usually achieved after five to seven days.
Because of its relatively minor side effects and quick treatment time, Opus Plasma is considered a ‘lunchtime procedure,’ meaning patients can successfully undergo treatment during their lunch break and resume daily activities immediately afterward.
Opus Plasma Results
After your skin has fully recovered, your complexion will be visibly more vibrant and taut, creating a more youthful image. However, it will take approximately three months until your final results are fully realized. Since Opus Plasma is a treatment that effectively stimulates your body’s production of collagen, your results will continue to improve as collagen production continues.
How to Maintain Your Opus Plasma Results
To maintain the benefits of your Opus Plasma treatment, be sure to follow a consistent skincare routine that includes gentle cleansing, moisturizing, and daily sunscreen application. Protecting your skin from sun exposure will help preserve the smoother texture and even tone achieved through the treatment. Ask your provider which daily skincare products are best for your skin type and situation.
You can also keep your skin healthy and youthful by incorporating healthy habits into your routine and avoiding habits that lead to the breakdown of collagen. Make sure your diet is full of healthy, whole foods, and drink plenty of water every day. If you smoke, consider quitting since this habit can age the skin. You may also consider scheduling maintenance sessions as recommended by your provider to keep your skin looking refreshed and youthful over time.
FAQs About Opus Plasma Skin Resurfacing
Opus Plasma is a highly versatile treatment that can treat cosmetic concerns of men and women of any skin tone and type. The treatment can be performed anywhere on the face, including sensitive areas such as the delicate skin around the eyes.
Yes, Opus Plasma is suitable for all skin types. Its adjustable settings allow for customization so we can use it for a wide range of skin tones, including Fitzpatrick V and VI. As with any treatment, your consultation is a crucial time when we examine your skin type and tone and recommend the right treatment for you. With an in-person consult, we can customize your treatment plan, promoting optimal results while minimizing any risk of hyperpigmentation or irritation.
Most patients describe Opus Plasma treatments as mildly uncomfortable rather than painful. The cream that we apply before the treatment reduces any discomfort you may have. While everyone experiences pain and discomfort differently, any sensation felt during the session is generally brief and tolerable.
The results from Opus Plasma treatments can last many months, depending on your skin type and skincare routine. While the skin will continue to age, with the proper sun protection and regular maintenance sessions, you can keep your skin firm, healthy, and youthful. After your results, we can discuss our recommendations for a treatment schedule that will fit with your lifestyle and skin care goals.