Plasma Treatments

Plasma is a medical procedure that uses a targeted plasma microbeam to stimulating your natural collagen production for long term skin rejuvenation. The tiny plasma microbeam tip allows the treatment of areas that cannot be treated with larger laser and radiofrequency devices.

Plasma is particularly good for repairing earlobes damaged by stretching, upper lip lines caused by smoking and sagging eyelids.

How many treatments are required?

Earlobes you will require 3-6 treatments at 6 week intervals and may require a dermal filler treatment at the end to provide the support needed to wear normal earrings.

Eyelids you require 3 treatments at 6 week intervals to achieve results equivalent to surgery. The optimum results will show 6 weeks after the final treatment and will last up to 2 years.

Upper lip lines we recommend 1-3 treatments depending on the depth of the lines. The optimum results will show 6 weeks after the final treatment. Individual results and their duration will vary depending on lifestyle choices e.g. if you continue to smoke.

What to expect in treatment?

For comfort a topical anaesthetic cream will be applied to your skin.  Your treatment will take 15-30 mins, during which you may feel a tingling sensation as the plasma jet is used.

After treatment tiny dark brown spots will be obvious on the treated skin which will be tender. Swelling is common and can be quite pronounced around the eyes and is often worse the following morning. This can last 2-3 days. 

During recovery crust will develop over the tiny spots which typically flake-off in 3-4 days, but can take up to 2 weeks. During this time you should keep the treated area clean, dry and protected from bright sunlight.

Plasma Prices

Treatments Options from £
Eyelids - Book Online 345
Earlobes - Book Online 345
Upper Lips Lines - Book Online 345

Patients new to this procedure must have a consultation, fee £35, first with a doctor or nurse to discuss concerns, medical history and determine if the treatment is appropriate for them.

Frequently
Asked
Questions

How do Plasma IQ treatments work?

The Plasma IQ ionises the gas particles in the air between the microbeam tip and the skin to produce plasma which sublimates the epidermis. Sublimation is the process of turning a substance from a solid straight into a gas. This method of sublimation is so precise it creates 1 mmsq treatment spots with no heat being transferred to the surrounding tissue making it safer than other energy devices.
 
The sublimation is equivalent to a superficial fractional ablation which results in skin retraction and tightening in the target area, as well as helping to stimulate the production of collagen from the healing response. No electric current is flowing which allows the procedure to be used in delicate areas such as the eyes.

What are possible side effects from Plasma IQ?

Plasma IQ is considered a low risk procedure, however common side effects are temporary pigment change to the treated area that resolve back to your normal skin colour in less than 2 weeks.
 
In rare occurances the treated skin could become lighter (hypopigmentation) or darker (hyperpigmentation) than the surrounding skin. In very rare occurances the treatment could result in a scar.
 
Hair follicles are easily damaged by Plasma IQ and therfore it is usual for treated areas to become hair free, so it is important to keep the treatment away from the eyebrow.

How do I find out if this treatment is suitable for me?

Arrange a 30 minute consultation with our expert practitioners who will examine your concern, check your medical history and then recommend appropriate treatment options whilst explaining associated costs, expected outcomes and any risks.
 
We charge £35 for each consultation to cover the costs, which means you get honest advice from which you can make an informed decision and are never pressured into making a decision.

Before and After Photos

Practitioners

Dr Victoria Dobbie

Dr Victoria Dobbie

Victoria has over 18 years’ experience in aesthetic medicine and has performed over 36,000 treatments. Victoria speaks at conferences and has been involved in pharmaceutical steering groups for dermal filler product development. She has been a trainer for Ellanse, Silhouette Soft® and MINT® Threads and an Ambassador for Ultherapy and Obagi.

Victoria specialises in providing full facial rejuvenation through advanced combination treatments involving Ultherapy®, TIXEL®, Thread Face Lifts, TCA peels and aesthetic injections.

Victoria provides advanced injection treatments for chronic migraines, bruxism, TMJ and hyperhidrosis.

Victoria is also passionate in helping women through menopause with Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy.

Dr Victoria Dobbie BDS
Dental Surgeon & Facial Aesthetics
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