Arbour Longevity · Ann Arbor, Michigan

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A first visit is $35 and runs 45 minutes with Gandhi Bhattarai, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Anti-Aging/Functional Medicine BC. The fee is applied toward your treatment plan. Open Thursday through Monday, 10am to 7pm, at 2217 Packard St #15.

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Plasma Fibroblast Therapy in Michigan

Non-surgical skin tightening and lesion removal using Plexr Plus — an FDA-cleared clinical plasma device, not a consumer plasma pen. Performed by a triple board-certified clinician in Ann Arbor, serving patients from across Michigan.

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What Plasma Fibroblast Therapy Actually Is

Plasma is the fourth state of matter, created when gas is ionized by a difference in voltage. The Plexr Plus device generates a precisely controlled electrical arc between a 0.5mm probe tip and the skin surface, producing plasma energy that sublimates a microscopic column of tissue — converting it directly from solid to vapor.

That distinction matters clinically. Lasers and radiofrequency devices work by heating water molecules within tissue, which leaves a zone of thermally damaged cells the body must clear before regeneration can begin. Plasma sublimation removes the target tissue directly, with a substantially smaller surrounding thermal footprint. The controlled micro-injury then triggers fibroblast activation and new collagen synthesis in the treated area.

The visible result is immediate tissue contraction, followed by progressive collagen remodeling over the following weeks. Most patients see initial tightening right away and continued improvement across 6 to 12 weeks.

Why the Device Matters More Than the Technique

This is the single most important thing to understand before booking plasma fibroblast anywhere in Michigan.

Plexr Plus — what we use

An FDA-cleared clinical plasma device with more than 40 peer-reviewed publications behind it. Calibrated, reproducible energy delivery. Designed for medical use and operated under clinical protocol.

Consumer plasma pens — what much of the market uses

Widely available unregulated devices sold online, frequently used in non-medical settings. No clinical validation, no calibration standard, and inconsistent energy output. Because plasma works by removing tissue, an uncalibrated device carries a real risk of scarring and pigmentary change.

If you are comparing providers, ask exactly which device is being used and whether it is FDA-cleared. It is a fair question and a good practitioner will answer it directly.

What Plasma Fibroblast Treats

Skin Laxity

Crepey texture and loose skin on the face, neck, décolletage, abdomen, and upper arms where collagen loss has produced visible slackening.

Periorbital Skin

Upper and lower eyelid skin — the most requested plasma application. See our non-surgical blepharoplasty page for detail.

Fine Lines & Rhytides

Perioral lines, crow's feet, and forehead etching that respond to collagen stimulation rather than to muscle relaxation.

Benign Lesions

Skin tags, seborrheic keratoses, syringomas, xanthelasma, and similar superficial benign lesions. Any lesion of uncertain character is referred for dermatologic evaluation before treatment.

Acne Scarring

Atrophic and rolling scars, where controlled micro-injury stimulates remodeling of the scarred dermis.

Stretch Marks

Mature striae respond to focused collagen induction, though results vary considerably with the age and depth of the marks.

Safe Across All Skin Tones

This is a genuine clinical advantage of plasma over light-based devices, and it is worth explaining plainly.

Lasers and IPL work by targeting a chromophore — usually melanin or hemoglobin. In deeper skin tones, melanin in the surrounding skin competes for that energy, which is why laser resurfacing carries elevated risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and burns in Fitzpatrick types IV through VI.

Plasma energy does not rely on chromophore absorption. It does not preferentially target melanin, which makes it appropriate across the full Fitzpatrick range when performed under proper protocol. Patients with deeper skin tones who have been turned away from laser resurfacing are frequently good candidates here.

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation remains possible in any skin type after any controlled-injury procedure. Aftercare compliance and strict sun avoidance during healing materially reduce that risk, and we review this individually at consultation.

Sessions, Downtime & Investment

Why a series of three

One session initiates the collagen remodeling cascade. The second reignites it and deepens tissue contraction. The third consolidates and completes the result. Sessions are typically spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart to allow full remodeling between treatments.

Downtime by protocol

GlassLIFT / Plexr Shower — essentially no downtime, mild warmth, resume normal activity same day
Rockstar Treatment — minimal, plasma combined with PRP and exosomes
CAT Resurfacing — 3 to 5 days of social downtime with small carbon crusts that shed naturally

Crusts must be allowed to shed on their own. Picking them is the single most common cause of a poor cosmetic outcome.

Pricing

$750 Rockstar Treatment
$1,100 GlassLIFT (ERA Protocol)
$1,999 CAT Resurfacing
$1,999 Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty

HSA and FSA accepted for eligible treatments. Pricing is published because you deserve to know it before you walk in.

Who Is and Isn't a Candidate

Plasma is a controlled tissue-removal procedure. Honest candidacy assessment protects the result and protects you.

Generally good candidates

Mild to moderate skin laxity where there is loose skin but reasonable underlying tissue quality; patients seeking improvement without surgery or general anesthesia; those willing to follow aftercare precisely and avoid sun during healing.

Requires evaluation, or may not be appropriate

Significant excess skin that would be better served by surgical excision
Active autoimmune conditions affecting skin or healing
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Diabetes — impaired healing response requires individual assessment
Anticoagulant or blood-thinning medication
Active infection, active acne, or open lesions at the treatment site
History of keloid or hypertrophic scarring
Recent isotretinoin use
Any pigmented or changing lesion that has not been evaluated by a dermatologist

Plasma fibroblast is a cosmetic procedure. It is not a treatment for any medical skin condition, and results vary between individuals. Nothing here should be read as a guarantee of outcome.

Serving Patients Across Michigan

Clinical plasma treatment on an FDA-cleared device is not widely available in Michigan, and patients regularly travel for it. Our clinic sits on Packard Street in Ann Arbor, directly accessible from US-23, M-14, and I-94.

Southeast Michigan

Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, Plymouth, Canton, Northville, Novi — 10 to 35 minutes.

Metro Detroit

Detroit, Dearborn, Livonia, Troy, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Royal Oak — 40 to 60 minutes via I-94 or M-14.

Mid & West Michigan

Lansing, Jackson, Brighton, Howell, Flint — under 90 minutes. Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo patients typically schedule a single longer visit.

Consultations for out-of-area patients can begin by telehealth for Michigan residents, so the first in-person visit can be the treatment visit where clinically appropriate.

Common Questions

How much does plasma fibroblast cost in Michigan?

At Arbour Longevity, protocols run from $750 for the Rockstar Treatment to $1,999 for CAT Resurfacing and non-surgical blepharoplasty. A full three-session series is quoted at consultation. HSA and FSA funds are accepted for eligible treatments.

Is plasma fibroblast the same as a plasma pen facial?

Not necessarily. The term is used for both FDA-cleared clinical devices and unregulated consumer pens. We use Plexr Plus, an FDA-cleared device with published clinical evidence. Ask any provider which specific device they use.

How long do results last?

Because plasma works by stimulating your own collagen, results are durable rather than temporary — commonly cited in the range of two to three years for skin tightening. Natural aging continues, so maintenance is individual.

Does it hurt?

Topical anesthetic is applied 30 to 45 minutes before treatment. Most patients describe a warm prickling sensation. ProNox is available for patients who want additional comfort.

Who performs the treatment?

All plasma procedures are performed by Gandhi Bhattarai, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC — a triple board certified nurse practitioner. You are not handed to a technician.

Plasma, Done Clinically

An FDA-cleared device, a board-certified clinician, and an honest assessment of whether you are a candidate.

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Arbour Longevity · 2217 Packard St #15, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 · (734) 436-3357

About exosome preparations at Arbour Longevity

Exosome preparations at Arbour Longevity are applied topically only. They are not injected.

Exosomes are investigational. There are currently no FDA-approved exosome products for any indication, and their use here is limited to preparations that are the subject of ongoing Phase 2 clinical research.

Nothing on this page is a claim that exosomes diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease or condition. Whether any treatment is appropriate for you is determined during a clinical consultation.

Reviewed by Gandhi Bhattarai, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Anti-Aging/Functional Medicine BC — triple board certified nurse practitioner

Last updated: August 3, 2026

This page is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Whether a treatment is appropriate for you is determined during consultation.