AYON Liposuction with Renuvion (formerly J-Plasma)

Dr. Hayes Gladstone brings 26 years of experience in tumescent liposuction and body contouring to every procedure. After evaluating the full landscape of contouring technology, Dr. Gladstone chose the AYON Body Contouring System™ as the premier platform for delivering exceptional results for his patients.

Renuvion® is the #1 trusted body contouring technology among surgeons and the only FDA-cleared device for use after liposuction and for soft tissue contraction. The AYON System, powered by Renuvion and developed by world-leading surgeons, is the first all-in-one platform to combine fat removal, contour refinement, and tissue contraction in a single streamlined procedure.

How the AYON System Works

The AYON System unites advanced ultrasound-assisted liposuction with Renuvion’s helium plasma and radiofrequency energy into one intelligent platform.

During the procedure, unwanted fat is precisely removed through tumescent liposuction performed under local anesthesia and oral sedation. Then, using a thin probe inserted just beneath the skin, Renuvion delivers controlled energy that immediately contracts collagen-rich tissue while helium plasma cools surrounding areas to prevent damage. The result is tighter, smoother contours — with long-term collagen remodeling that continues to improve your results over time.

Because the AYON System consolidates every step of body contouring into one procedure, it reduces setup time and complexity while giving Dr. Gladstone greater precision and control. Smart LIFT™ technology adjusts energy frequency in real time, adapting to each patient’s tissue for consistent, reproducible outcomes.

At the Gladstone Clinic, the procedure is performed with local anesthesia — it is not painful and does not take long to perform.

Why AYON + Renuvion Is a Game Changer

There are many devices that claim to tighten skin. However, due to their technology limitations and emphasis on zero downtime, these devices have not been able to fulfill patient expectations. While surgery remains the gold standard for skin tightening through skin removal, it comes with significant downtime and scarring.

The AYON System changes that equation. By combining precise fat removal with Renuvion’s tissue contraction in one procedure, patients can achieve results that far exceed what either liposuction or skin tightening can deliver alone — without the scars and extended recovery of traditional surgery.

This is especially meaningful for patients over 40, where skin laxity increases and liposuction alone does not adequately tighten the skin. Renuvion changes that.

Treatment Areas

The AYON System can be used anywhere liposuction is performed. The most common treatment areas include:

Face & Neck — Jawline definition, jowl reduction, and neck skin tightening. Renuvion has revolutionized results for neck liposuction in particular. For patients over 40 who have lost skin elasticity, the combination of liposuction and Renuvion creates a dramatically more youthful, defined profile.

Abdomen & Flanks — Ideal for stubborn fat and post-pregnancy laxity. For patients who may not have achieved the results they wanted with liposuction alone but aren’t candidates for a tummy tuck, AYON plus Renuvion can provide highly satisfying results.

Arms — Targets upper arm fat and loose skin without the scarring of a brachioplasty (arm lift).

Thighs & Knees — Inner thighs, outer thighs (saddlebags), and knees respond well to the combination of fat removal and tissue contraction.

Back — Including bra bulges and flanks (love handles) for smoother overall contours.

Ideal Candidates

The AYON System is designed for patients who are near their ideal body weight but have stubborn pockets of fat that won’t respond to diet and exercise — often due to genetics or aging. It is ideal for those with mild to moderate skin laxity who want meaningful tightening without the scarring and recovery of traditional surgery.

This is a contouring procedure, not a weight-loss treatment. Patients with significantly excess or lax skin in the arms or abdomen may still be better served by surgical options, which Dr. Gladstone can discuss during your consultation.

What to Expect

Procedure: Performed with local tumescent anesthesia and oral sedation — no general anesthesia required. Depending on the treatment area, the Renuvion portion may take as little as 15 minutes, even on combined upper and lower abdomen with flanks.

Recovery: You may have some swelling and bruising for approximately one week. There will be some residual minor swelling for a few weeks. Compression garments are recommended to optimize results.

Results: You will see immediate contraction of tissue, with continued improvement over the following months as collagen remodels.

FAQs

Can it be performed without liposuction?

Renuvion can be performed with minimal  to no fat removal, but liposuction cannulas will still need to be used to create tunnels for the Renuvion to  be performed.

How long is the Renuvion Procedure?

It depends on the body part, however even on the combined lower/upper abdomen and flanks, it may only take 15 minutes.

How long does it take to recover from Renuvion?

You may have some swelling and bruising for a week where you may need to take time off from work. There will be some residual minor swelling for a few weeks.

What  conditions is Renuvion not effective for?

Renuvion does not appreciably improve cellulite nor neck platysmal bands. For  those individuals with significantly extra or lax skin in   arms or abdomen, surgery would be a much better option.

How much does Renuvion cost?

It varies with the site, but generally, it does not add much more to the liposuction procedure. The best way to find out whether Renuvion is right for you is to schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr Gladstone. It is important to remember that results do vary with every patient.