BodyTite, Argon Plasma & J-Plasma
Advanced skin tightening for mild to moderate laxity, using controlled radiofrequency or plasma energy beneath the skin.
Book a consultation- Procedure time
- 1 to 2 hours
- Anaesthesia
- Local or general
- Back to routine
- 3 to 7 days
- Full results
- 3 to 6 months
The technology
Skin Tightening Without a Full Surgical Lift
BodyTite, Argon Plasma and J-Plasma are advanced technologies designed to improve mild to moderate skin laxity, refine body contours and enhance tissue contraction using controlled radiofrequency or plasma based energy delivered beneath the skin. For patients who are not yet candidates for an excisional lift, or who prefer a less invasive option, these technologies offer a meaningful alternative or a complement to surgery.
Dr. Leandro Junqueira uses these energy based treatments to stimulate collagen production and encourage the skin to contract around a newly sculpted contour, most commonly on the abdomen, arms, thighs, neck and jawline. They are frequently combined with liposuction to refine both the underlying fat layer and the skin quality above it.
Why patients choose it
Meaningful Skin Tightening
Controlled energy delivery stimulates collagen production for firmer, smoother skin.
Less Invasive Than Excisional Surgery
Can reduce or, in selected patients, avoid the need for a more extensive surgical lift.
Refined Body Contours
Often combined with liposuction so fat reduction and skin quality are addressed together.
Versatile Treatment Areas
Suitable for the abdomen, arms, thighs, neck and jawline where laxity is mild to moderate.
Shorter Downtime
Generally involves a quicker recovery than a comparable excisional procedure.
Complements a Broader Plan
Can be layered into a body contouring or facial rejuvenation plan where appropriate.
Your journey
From consultation to result
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01
Consultation
Assessment of skin laxity, treatment areas and whether energy based tightening alone is sufficient.
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Planning
Selecting BodyTite, Argon Plasma or J-Plasma, and deciding whether to combine with liposuction.
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Treatment
Controlled delivery of radiofrequency or plasma energy beneath the skin, under local or general anaesthesia depending on scope.
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Recovery
Compression and guided aftercare as swelling resolves and skin tightening progressively develops.
Choosing the Right Technology
BodyTite, Argon Plasma and J-Plasma work on similar principles with different delivery methods. The best fit depends on treatment area and the degree of laxity present.
BodyTite
Radiofrequency assisted lipolysis that combines fat reduction with tissue tightening in one pass.
J-Plasma
Plasma based energy delivered beneath the skin to stimulate contraction and collagen remodeling.
Argon Plasma
A related plasma technology used to refine contour and support skin quality in selected areas.
Combined With Liposuction
Pairing energy based tightening with fat removal addresses both volume and skin quality together.
Before and After
BodyTite, Argon Plasma & J-Plasma FAQ
Patients with mild to moderate skin laxity, rather than significant excess skin, tend to benefit most. If laxity is more advanced, a surgical lift such as a tummy tuck or arm lift may achieve a more complete correction.
In selected patients with mild to moderate laxity, yes. For more significant skin excess, these technologies are better used to complement a surgical lift rather than replace it entirely.
Yes, this is one of the most common combinations, since it addresses both the underlying fat and the skin quality above it in the same session.
Collagen remodeling develops gradually. Initial improvement is often visible within weeks, with the fuller tightening effect continuing to develop over three to six months.
Recovery is generally shorter than an excisional lift. Most patients experience swelling and mild soreness for a few days, with compression garments recommended to support smooth healing.