Unique Helium Plasma

Technology

J-Plasma®

One of the most exciting advancements in energy technology in cosmetic surgery in the past 20 years, J-Plasma combines the unique properties of cold helium plasma with the efficiency of RF energy. This synergy enables a high degree of precision, and always with minimal thermal effect to surrounding tissue.

J-Plasma has FDA clearance for the cutting, coagulation and ablation of soft tissue during open and laparoscopic surgical procedures, and is also used for subdermal coagulation.1

A Matter of Energy

J-Plasma uses a gentle RF waveform to convert an inert gas into a cold plasma. Helium is used because it can be converted to a plasma with very little energy. The result is an energy that is unique in its ability to provide tissue heating and cooling almost simultaneously.

Unique Heating

J-Plasma uses both cold helium plasma and RF energy to heat tissue. A small amount of helium gas is energized into a plasma, which contours to the application area and evenly delivers the energy. The proprietary RF waveform flows through this conductive plasma to create additional beneficial heating of target tissue.

As the tip of the J-Plasma device is drawn across an application area, the energy is applied uniformly along the overlying dermis, septa and muscle fascia. This allows for a full coagulative treatment, customized in real-time to the unique contours of the subcuticular space.

Unique Cooling

With J-Plasma less than 0.1% of the helium gas is converted to plasma, so >99.9% of the helium remains in its gaseous state. Helium is eight times more thermally-conductive than air, so the unconverted helium flows across the tissue to draw away excess heat. Like a subdermal air-conditioner, this unique method of cooling further minimizes any unintended thermal effect.

Temperature and Plasma

J-Plasma® does not rely on full-thickness heating to achieve the desired coagulation effect. This reduces the time needed for the energy application and allows for a more time-efficient procedure.

In a preclinical study where J-Plasma was applied at a maximum of six passes at 80% power, surface skin temperature was shown to reach a maximum of 40oC – an increase of just 1.5oC.2

Clinical Application

This thermal image and photo were taken during a subdermal arm procedure of a 51-year-old female. These pictures show a minimal rise in surface temperatures during the application of the J-Plasma energy.

Photos courtesy of Celia Remy, MD

The J-Plasma System

J-Plasma can be used for primary treatment or as an adjunct to other procedures. The system consists of a generator and handpiece, and comes standard with Bovie’s industry-leading four-year warranty. The J-Plasma system is simple to set up and easy to use, allowing you and your staff to concentrate on the patient and the procedure: • Compact unit • Single-button activation • Straightforward procedure settings • No certification or special training required • No additional equipment or safety protocols required • No need to buy any type of maintenance contract, ever • Generator offers J-Plasma as well as standard monopolar and bipolar energy

A Legacy of Transforming Surgery

From the first clinical use of an electrosurgical device at Harvard-Brigham in 1926 by Drs. William Bovie and Harvey Cushing, Bovie Medical has represented a paradigm of innovation in healthcare.

Nearly a century later we continue to enable new and life-changing treatments, through scientific research and clinical development of energy devices that offer unprecedented precision, performance and versatility.

On par with the game-changing innovation that made Bovie the first name in electrosurgery, the groundbreaking J-Plasma helium plasma device is redefining what’s possible in your practice.

J-Plasma® – Of Course It’s From Bovie®

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1 J-Plasma has received a general clearance as noted above and has not been determined to be safe or effective for use in any specific procedures or for the treatment of any specific conditions.

2 A Study Evaluating The Effects of J-Plasma on Porcine Skin Tissue During Subdermal Application. Bovie Study VR-1597, 8/2017.

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