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Traditional body contouring has a notorious blind spot. For years, the focus in San Diego was centered entirely on removing volume, leaving the skin to fend for itself once that fat was gone. This often resulted in a "deflated" look—a silhouette that was smaller, certainly, but lacked the tautness of a naturally firm contour.
At Schoemann Plastic Surgery, Renuvion is used as both the ultimate tightening touch-up for patients getting surgery and a great standalone option for those who prefer non-invasive alternatives. By delivering cold plasma energy beneath the surface, we can contract the tissue immediately following fat removal. This ensures the skin follows the new, slimmer lines of the body rather than hanging loosely over them. In our Encinitas office, this is how we move past the limitations of older techniques to create a profile that actually holds its shape.
Pricing reflects the complexity of the treatment area and the extent of skin laxity.
2–5 days for social readiness; most patients are "restaurant ready" within a week.
Rated 2/10; performed under local anesthetic or light sedation for patient comfort.
30–90 minutes, depending on the number of areas being addressed.
Renuvion is an FDA-cleared minimally invasive treatment that utilizes cold helium plasma and radiofrequency energy to instantly contract the tissue beneath the skin’s surface. Delivering controlled heat directly to the fibro-septal network triggers immediate tightening and stimulates long-term collagen production for firmer, more rejuvenated skin.
Your skin is like a tailored garment; surface treatments are like ironing the fabric to make it look better. Renuvion is like going inside the lining and shortening the threads. Dr. Schoemann uses a slim wand inserted through small entry points no larger than a freckle to deliver a precise stream of energy. The helium gas acts as a built-in thermostat, cooling the treated area instantly so we can apply enough heat to actually create tissue contraction without damaging the surrounding tissue.
Renuvion is often referred to as J-Plasma and is remarkably versatile because it can be applied to almost any area where loose skin is a concern.
For patients in San Diego looking to sharpen a softening profile, we use Renuvion to contract the subdermal tissue of the lower face. It’s an ideal way to address jowls and the "turkey neck" without a full facelift.
Often called a "non-surgical tummy tuck," this is a favorite for post-pregnancy recovery or after weight loss. It tightens the midsection skin that often remains stubborn despite exercise.
"Bat wings" and inner thigh laxity are notoriously difficult to treat. Renuvion provides a minimally invasive option to firm these areas without the long scars associated with excisional arm or thigh lifts.
The primary benefit of Renuvion is its ability to create tissue contraction that actually looks natural.
We're selective about who we treat with Renuvion. While it is an innovative treatment, it's not a cure-all for every sign of aging.
Renuvion is designed for mild to moderate skin concerns where the tissue still has some inherent elasticity. We may recommend a different approach for patients who have too much excess skin. If you have an "apron" of skin on the abdomen or a high volume of unwanted fat, Renuvion won't provide the result you're looking for. For patients with severe sagging, a traditional tummy tuck surgery may be recommended, as surgery is the only way to safely and effectively remove large folds of skin.
Your personal consultation at our Encinitas office is where we map out how we'll reach your results. We look at the surface of your skin and assess the quality of your underlying tissue. If your goal is fat removal, we may discuss a combination of liposuction and Renuvion. Pairing these procedures allows us to slim the contour and tighten the skin in one procedure, making sure you don't end up with loose skin after the fat is gone.
When you are in the room, the focus is entirely on patient comfort. We start by numbing the treatment area with a local anesthesia. Once you're comfortable, I insert the thin wand through tiny entry points.
You won't feel the heat, but most patients describe a sensation of mild pressure or a light vibration as the device moves under the skin's surface. Because the helium gas cools the area at 1/100th of a second, the risk of thermal injury is incredibly low, making this one of the safest methods for subdermal skin tightening available today.
Recovery from Renuvion is significantly faster than traditional plastic surgery, but it does require a few days of downtime.
While you'll walk out of our office with a noticeable improvement to your skin, your results will actually get better over time.
You see the results of the initial tissue contraction once the swelling subsides (usually after the first week).
Your body will continue to build new collagen and elastin for up to nine months.
Think of Renuvion as resetting your biological clock. While it doesn't stop natural aging, the structural improvements can last for several years, especially with a stable weight and a healthy Encinitas lifestyle.
Pricing for Renuvion is not a flat rate. At Schoemann Plastic Surgery, pricing reflects the customization required for your anatomy. The cost varies based on whether we are treating a single area, like the neck, or multiple zones, such as the full abdomen and flanks. It's also influenced by whether the treatment is performed in conjunction with liposuction. We offer financing through CareCredit and PatientFi to ensure this advanced technology is accessible.
In Encinitas, the bar for "skin tightening" is unfortunately low. You can find radiofrequency devices in almost every neighborhood medspa, often operated by technicians who understand the machine but not your underlying anatomy. Renuvion was brought to ourEncinitas practice because as a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Schoemann recognized that true tissue contraction happens in the deep layers, not just on the surface.
Dr. Schoemann chooses this specific technology over traditional RF-only devices because of the thermal logic of helium plasma. While older devices rely on high heat that can linger and potentially damage the skin, Renuvion uses a stream of cold helium to instantly neutralize the temperature. This allows me to use more aggressive energy to achieve a physical "snap" in the tissue while safely protecting your skin. We aren't just swiping a wand across your face; we're strategically targeting the fibro-septal network.
Schedule your Renuvion consultation with us for a quiet, one-on-one assessment of what is actually possible for your skin. We look at the health of your skin and the way it moves to decide whether Renuvion is the best tool for you, or we'll recommend something that fits you better. There's no pressure, only a clear, clinical evaluation of how to help you feel more comfortable in your own skin.
aOur Encinitas office is a short drive from the coast, designed to be a calm space where genuine questions get honest answers.
Yes. Renuvion is the advanced delivery system for J-Plasma technology. They are the same innovative treatment under different brand names.
Generally, yes. It is often used to "clean up" skin laxity left behind by other procedures like older liposuction techniques.
The entry points are roughly 5mm—about the size of a pen tip. Once healed, they are virtually invisible to the naked eye.
Unlike surface lasers, Renuvion is a one-procedure solution for the vast majority of our patients.
While it provides some tissue contraction, it is not a primary fat removal tool. We often pair it with liposuction for the best body contouring results.
