Experience long-lasting skin rejuvenation with Vivace Ultra™ at The Skin Center by Charlotte Plastic Surgery. As the exclusive provider of this advanced treatment in Charlotte, we offer expertise and results. Vivace Ultra™ combines state-of-the-art radiofrequency microneedling with advanced LED light therapy, delivering superior skin tightening and rejuvenation.
Our board-certified plastic surgeons and expert aestheticians have mastered this innovative technology, ensuring you receive the most effective and personalized treatment available. Choose us for your Vivace Ultra™ journey and benefit from our commitment to excellence, cutting-edge facilities, and a history of transforming patients' skin with remarkable results.
Combines RF microneedling with LED light therapy for comprehensive skin renewal
Tailored settings for various skin types and concerns
Resume normal activities within 24-48 hours
Typically completed in 30-45 minutes
Effective for face, neck, and body treatments
If you are looking for an effective treatment to address skin texture and fine lines, microneedling is a great option. More specifically, Vivace Ultra™ RF Microneedling combines microneedling with RF energy to stimulate collagen and elastin production.
One thing that makes it unique is the technology involving ultrasound-guided RF energy with adjustable microneedling. The needles’ precise depth varies depending on the area treated and goals. Vivace Ultra’s device offers cutting-edge design, is FDA-cleared, and is manufactured in the USA.
The microneedling treatment reduces fine lines and wrinkles while also improving skin texture and tone. It’s used along with a specialized peptide serum and soothing peptide masque for aftercare. The use of ultrasound mapping makes it highly personalized to your skin’s needs. It maps the skin under the surface.
Please keep in mind this article is for informational purposes and isn’t a substitute for personalized care. We recommend booking a consultation with a skilled aesthetic professional to help you evaluate whether this or any other treatment is right for you.
Radio Frequency treatments are a noninvasive way to use energy to stimulate your skin’s natural healing and recovery process. This results in stimulating collagen production, which is key to effective non-surgical rejuvenation. It can help smooth wrinkles, tighten the skin, and more. When combined with micro-needling, it is even more powerful since the needling is similar using a different approach.
Basically, Vivace Ultra™ delivers two treatments in one, including thermal energy (or heat) in the form of radio frequency and very tiny needles. The thermal energy and needling create mild, controlled injury or damage to the treated skin. You heal quickly, but that process stimulates collagen and elastin production.
First, your skin is gently cleansed, and your provider will apply a topical anesthetic to the area for your comfort. Next, your skin is mapped using special ultrasound technology to create your personalized treatment plan.
The actual treatment involves using Vivace Ultra’s proprietary handpiece to gently and precisely insert gold-plated microneedles into your skin. This creates little collagen-stimulating micro-injuries to improve your skin’s texture and appearance.
Afterward, your provider may apply a special serum or a mask, depending on your needs. The follow-up treatments include peptides and cool and calm the skin. Your skin may be red, tender, and tingly after your session, but less so than following traditional microneedling treatment.
While there is no downtime compared to plastic surgery, there are a few things to avoid for a couple of days after your treatment.
Longer-term side effects beyond temporary redness and tingling are rare. In some incidences people have experienced complications like infection, hyperpigmentation, bruising, or swelling. Talk with your provider about any specific risk factors and steps to reduce that risk. For example, if you have open wounds in the treatment area, your provider will encourage you to wait until that wound has healed.
The treatment takes around 45 minutes, but this will vary depending on the areas of your face or body you have treated.
As we age, both collagen and elastin production slow, which is why the skin texture declines for looser or saggy-looking skin, fine lines, and other issues. People find that stretch marks, acne scars, and other signs of skin damage may seem more visible. Vivace Ultra™ addresses those concerns.
Vivace Ultra™ offers remarkable versatility, allowing us to address a wide range of skin concerns across various areas of the body. We customize each treatment to target your specific needs, ensuring optimal results for every patient.
Vivace Ultra™'s advanced technology allows us to adjust treatment parameters for each area, ensuring safe and effective treatment for various skin types and thicknesses. Whether you're looking to address specific concerns or seeking overall skin rejuvenation, our expert team will create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
The treatment offers a range of benefits according to the VIVACE ULTRA™ BRAND:
We want to highlight that Vivace Ultra™ works for darker skin and lighter skin. Some laser or energy-based skin treatments don’t work as well for dark skin tones, so we think this benefit is especially noteworthy.
Vivace Ultra™ is a versatile treatment suitable for many individuals seeking to improve their skin's appearance and texture. You may be an excellent candidate for Vivace Ultra™ if:
Vivace Ultra™ is safe for most skin types and tones. However, it may not be suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have active skin infections or open wounds in the treatment area, have a history of keloid scarring, or are using certain medications that increase skin sensitivity.
During your consultation session, ask your provider to show you before-and-after photos so you can get a realistic sense of what kind of natural-looking results other people have seen from the treatment. The results are natural-looking since the treatment stimulates the body’s natural healing and repair process.
If you live in or near Charlotte, NC, you can enjoy this treatment through The Skin Center by CPS. The Skin Center is part of the Charlotte Plastic Surgery family, so we are associated with decades of excellent care and commitment to our patient’s aesthetic needs.
We focus on today’s most effective non-surgical cosmetic treatments like Vivace Ultra™, medical-grade facials, cosmetic injectables, laser treatments, and more. Our treatments and injections are administered by skilled nurses specializing in aesthetic treatments.
If you want your skin to look, it’s best. Contact us to schedule a consultation. We want everyone in the Charlotte community to feel comfortable and confident in their skin.
One of the many advantages of Vivace Ultra™ is its minimal downtime. Most patients experience only mild redness and slight swelling, which typically subsides within 24-48 hours. You may notice an immediate "glow" and improvement in skin texture, with full results developing over the following weeks as your skin produces new collagen and elastin. While you'll be able to return to most daily activities immediately, following these aftercare instructions will ensure the best possible results:
Immediate Aftercare (Day of Treatment)
First Few Days
Week Following Treatment
Long-Term Care
Depending on your goals, you may need a series of up to six treatments for your desired results, but once your skin is there, you may only need annual maintenance sessions.
Ultimately, the results include the following:
Maintaining Your Results
Your results unfold as your skin cells turn over, revealing fresher-looking, smoother skin. You can maintain the results long-term through annual follow-up treatments. Also, take good care of your skin using medical-grade skincare products and a high SPF broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect it from further sun damage.
The cost of Vivace Ultra™ treatments can vary depending on the areas treated and the number of sessions required. At The Skin Center by Charlotte Plastic Surgery, we offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. During your consultation, we'll provide a detailed cost breakdown and discuss financing options to make your treatment as accessible as possible.
While many patients see noticeable improvements after a single Vivace Ultra™ treatment, we typically recommend a series of 3-4 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart for optimal results. Your specific treatment plan will depend on your individual skin concerns and goals, which we'll discuss during your consultation.
Vivace Ultra™ goes beyond traditional microneedling by combining radiofrequency energy and LED light therapy with precise, robotic microneedling. This advanced combination stimulates collagen production more effectively, penetrates deeper into the skin, and offers more customizable treatment options. The result is typically more dramatic and longer-lasting improvements compared to regular microneedling.
Yes, Vivace Ultra™ can be safely combined with other treatments for enhanced results. Popular combinations include pairing Vivace Ultra™ with injectable treatments like Botox® or dermal fillers, or incorporating it into a comprehensive skincare regimen. At The Skin Center by Charlotte Plastic Surgery, we can create a customized treatment plan that combines Vivace Ultra™ with other procedures to address all your skin concerns.
Most patients report minimal discomfort during Vivace Ultra™ treatments. We apply a topical numbing cream before the procedure to ensure your comfort. The Vivace Ultra™ system also features precision technology and adjustable settings, allowing us to customize the treatment to your comfort level while still achieving optimal results.
Many patients notice an immediate "glow" and improvement in skin texture following their Vivace Ultra™ treatment. However, the most significant results typically develop over the following weeks and months as your skin produces new collagen and elastin. You can expect to see continued improvements for up to 6 months after your treatment series, with results lasting a year or more with proper skincare maintenance.
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