You have probably heard of an aesthetic procedure that promises to get rid of wrinkles, expression lines and eyelid sagging simply by applying a plasma jet. Mistakenly called “Plasma Blepharoplasty” or “Incision-Free Blepharoplasty,” plasma jet application is merely an aesthetic procedure – far inferior to fractional CO2 laser or to medium and deep chemical peels – that may only be performed by physicians, not by professionals from other fields.
One of the biggest problems with this procedure (Incision-Free Blepharoplasty) is precisely its name: it should never have been called blepharoplasty, simply because it does not live up to the name.
It is important to point out that the manufacturer of the plasma jet device itself states that the procedure should be performed up to four times a year to achieve the desired result. And, in fact, after the second or third application, most patients see a very modest result and end up turning to surgeons to solve the problem.
Therefore, when people ask me about this procedure, the answer is simple: we do not recommend plasma jet application. What we always recommend to our patients is that they seek a consultation with a surgeon who specializes in this area. When a case calls for a surgical solution, your doctor will be able to recommend it. And, in these cases, it is essential that the surgery be performed by a physician who specializes in eyelid plastic surgery.
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This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation. Whether any procedure is indicated depends on an in-person assessment, case by case. CRM SP 90.116 | RQE 11.350.
