Innovations

REGENCEN

Regenerative medicine aims to enhance the body's natural ability to function more youthful and vibrant for a longer period, ultimately improving overall health and vitality rather than just extending lifespan. Dr. Gus Lo, founder of RegenCen, is teaming up with renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Ringler, leveraging Dr. Ringler's extensive expertise and RegenCen's innovative technologies to develop and deliver cutting-edge treatments that promote natural healing and rejuvenation. Together, we’re setting new standards in patient care and outcomes to bring the benefits of regenerative medicine to a wider audience. Options include:

• Bioidentical Hormones, Testosterone Replacement
• Semaglutide Weight Loss
• Stress Incontinence
• IV Therapy & NAD+
• Men's and Women's Sexual Health
• PRF Injections for Joint Point and Tendinitis
• PRF Hair Restoration

Morpheus8 & Morpheus8 Body

Morpheus8 is a revolutionary, non-invasive procedure that combines microneedling with radiofrequency technology to rejuvenate and tighten the skin. This innovative treatment targets deep layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production, resulting in smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin. Morpheus8 is effective in improving skin texture, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, minimizing acne scars, and tightening sagging skin.

Morpheus8 Body effectively reduces fat and tightens skin in various stubborn areas such as the abdomen, knees, bra areas, arms, and even the tail of spence (the breast area that extends into your armpit).

Hydrafacial

Hydrafacial stands out as a non-invasive facial therapy that tackles a range of skin concerns while reinstating harmony to the complexion. It employs a precise combination of specialized products and technologies to achieve a smooth and luminous complexion without causing discomfort. In just one session, clients witness immediate results, which can be further enhanced with a series of six treatments. Hydrafacial addresses various skin issues such as fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, dark spots, congestion, and enlarged pores.

Feminine Rejuvenation

ThermiVa: This quick, low-risk, non-invasive procedure treats vaginal dryness and laxity of the vulva. It can also increase a patient’s sexual satisfaction and reduce urinary leakage and stress incontinence. Similar to our FormaV treatment, ThermiVa is a painless, non-surgical procedure that uses RF energy to stimulate new collagen production. What’s more? Realself gives ThermiVa a 94% thumbs-up rating.

FormaV: FormaV gently uses radiofrequency heat internally on the vaginal tissue and externally on the labia to encourage new collagen and blood flow. After 3-6 gentle, pain-free treatments, vaginal membranes are firmer and restored. And patients report significant improvement in vaginal dryness.

EMSCULPT NEO: Faster Fat Burning & Better Muscle Building

Unfortunately, a good diet and a healthy lifestyle doesn’t always guarantee that our bodies will be free of stubborn problem pockets of fatty tissue, nor that we’ll be as lean, cut and chiseled as we wished we were. And that out of balance risk/reward ratio can be disheartening. Emsculpt NEO is the solution. It’s the only device currently available that uses RF energy and electromagnetic fields to simultaneously build muscle and burn fat. To shape, sculpt, lift and define your abdomen, flanks and other muscle groups, Emsculpt NEO triggers rapid minute muscle contractions at the same time that it’s delivering the RF energy. Both make for a powerful one-two punch that not only reduces fat, but increases muscle. And, despite the fact that treatment is a lot like doing some 20,000 sit ups or squats in 30 minutes, the procedure requires no recovery downtime and produces no pain.

BBL HERO: Superior Skin Rejuvenation

BBL HERO treats a wide range of common cosmetic conditions including sun and age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, rosacea (or facial redness), freckles, unwanted hair, and pigmented lesions. A marked improvement over its predecessor BBL ForeverYoung, BBL HERO works on all areas of the body and the procedure can be performed in under 30 minutes. BBL HERO seamlessly combines two groundbreaking technologies to deliver powerful results four times faster than other “similar” devices, and is three times more powerful and twice as cool as traditional traditional laser systems. For patients, this means faster, more comfortable treatment sessions that are followed by little to no recovery time. At the Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery, we use BBL HERO to improve the health, quality and appearance of your skin to leave it smoother, clearer and tighter.

EMSCULPT- Builds Muscle and Reduces Fat

You work out, watch your diet and exercise and but still may have unwanted areas of fat around your abdomen or a lack of definition. Or perhaps, over time, your gluteal region has lost definition and muscle. EMSCULPT is the only non-surgical technology that uses electro-magnetic, HIFEM, energy to build muscle and reduce fat. Imagine one 30-minute session of Emsculpt equalling 20,000 sit ups or squats at the gym. When used for the abdomen, Emsculpt builds muscle and reduces fat. When used in the gluteal region, there is no fat reduction but rather better definition and lifting of the buttocks without surgery.

HALO Hybrid Fractional Laser

Radiant, rejuvenated skin without the downtime. Beautiful flawless looking skin that glows is the goal of women and men of all ages. At times, environmental damage, scarring, hyperpigmentation or simply the aging process can impede our efforts for a beautiful complexion. The Halo hybrid fractional laser provides a solution to many skin care concerns by building collagen and smoothing out irregularities on the skin restoring the luminous glow you had when you were younger.

Forever Young BBL

Forever Young BBL™- FotoFacial is an innovative technology that delivers light therapy by targeting the signs of aging and sun damage effectively providing a more refreshed, rejuvenated and youthful appearance. By eliminating flushing caused by rosacea and age spots caused by the sun, your skin will regain the healthy glow of a youthful complexion.

A clinical study on BroadBand Light from Stanford University reveals Forever Young BBL™ can restore gene expression of aged human skin to resemble much younger skin. In fact, patients who had utilized ForeverYoung BBL™ over a 7 year period actually looked younger than they had 7 years earlier.

Serene Structured Saline Breast Implant

The SERENE IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implant is a saline-filled implant with an innovative patented-design that gives it a natural feel without silicone gel. The Serene Implant has a revolutionary new technology that offers women the look and feel of a silicone gel implant, but with the safety of only saline inside. This technology eliminates the concern women have with silicone gel implants: that of ruptures that are silent and require an MRI scan for detection. With the Serene Implant, a woman can simply look in the mirror each day and have the confidence of knowing her implants are intact. Dr. Ringler is the first board certified plastic surgeon in Grand Rapids able to offer the Serene Implant. He was a Premier Surgeon within the IDEAL IMPLANT physician network (now known as the Serene Implant), recognized for his extensive expertise and experience.

Hair Restoration Research

Prescriptions to prevent hair loss and encourage new growth come with undesirable side effects and are often cumbersome to use. With nearly 10 years of extensive research and clinical trials, Dr. Ringler offers patients an exclusive, proprietary, natural hair loss treatment safe for both men and women. A natural blend of botanical oils is administered at the Hair Restoration Institute, and a specialized blend of dietary supplements and hair care products used at home can both prevent hair loss, and renew hair growth in instances where other treatments have failed. This revolutionary treatment, presently only available in our Grand Rapids office and online at hairprescriptives.com. Hair Prescriptives system can help you see restored growth and fullness as early as 3 months; please contact us for updates on distribution in medical offices across the U.S.

SkinPen Microneedling

SkinPen by Crown Aesthetics is an innovative microneedling pen treatment for the face and body that can help improve skin tone by stimulating collagen, reduce scarring, hyper pigmentation, and stretch marks. SkinPen also benefits patients by delivering skin care products deeper into the skin thus improving efficacy of the products. This office procedure can be performed as a single treatment or in a series depending upon the area being treated and depth of treatment required. SkinPen can be used following Ultherapy treatments to enhance results. SkinPen requires minimal downtime with some patients having red or flushed skin up to 24 hours. Dr. Steven Ringler is the first board certified plastic surgeon in Grand Rapids to offer SkinPen to his patients.

Emtone by BTL

Emtone is a treatment used to smooth the appearance of cellulite by using two types of energy: thermal and mechanical. This approach targets the uneven, lumpy appearance of cellulite. BTL created the Emtone device and they are also the makers of EmSculpt NEO. Clinical studies have shown that Emtone can be effective in the treatment of loose skin. Emtone is a short treatment performed in the comfort of our office with no downtime and no pain or discomfort.

CoolSculpting™ by Zeltiq

CoolSculpting is a new, FDA approved, non-surgical procedure that serves as an alternative to liposuction for those individuals who have only a small amount of fat that resists diet and exercise. This safe and effective procedure is done in our office by positioning the CoolSculpt device on the desired treatment area for approximately 1-2 hours, and the fat cells are then targeted and frozen through a process called Cryolipolyis™. The procedure is completely non-invasive and offers no downtime. Individuals may immediately return to work or even intense exercise. CoolSculpting is best for men and women who are close to their ideal body weight but may want to rid themselves of “muffin-top” or “love-handles” without surgery. Dr. Ringler is the first board certified plastic surgeon in Michigan to be able to offer Zeltiq to his patients as an alternative to liposuction.

Crisalix® 3D Breast Imaging and Simulator

Crisalix® is the first web-based 3D breast imaging and simulation technology available that enables you to view the various breast implant types and size options in the privacy of your own home through your personal computer. It also provides the ability to view your images in various types of clothing, including bathing suits or evening clothes. This 3D educational tool allows you more time to consider your options and consult with family or friends, if you so desire. When you schedule an appointment with Dr. Ringler for a breast augmentation, you will now have the option of using this revolutionary 3D breast imaging technology to give you a realistic impression of how your own breast implants might look prior to scheduling surgery.

Facial ULTRALift

Facial ULTRALift is a new non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedure that was developed by Dr. Ringler for those individuals who want beautiful, natural results without a surgical facelift. The first step of the ULTRALift uses advanced techniques in Ultherapy, the ultrasonic technology that lifts and tightens the skin of the face, neck, and brow. It is a 1 to 2-hour treatment that uses your body’s own regenerative response to gently and gradually restore memory to the skin and underlying tissue. Ultherapy actually helps your skin begin to reproduce collagen. Dr. Ringler is the first board-certified plastic surgeon in Michigan to offer Ultherapy, and he has advanced training in techniques with the procedure.

Dr. Ringler will devise a personalized plan based on your specific needs and goals for facial rejuvenation. Following the Ultherapy procedure, Dr. Ringler will administer a combination of Botox or Xeomin, Radiesse, or Juvderm, depending on your treatment plan, to help provide facial volume, add structure to the jawline, and strategically placed Botox or facial fillers to give you natural results without a surgical facelift. Dr. Ringler has over 20 years of experience in aesthetic facial rejuvenation techniques.

Ultherapy™

Ultherapy™ is a new ultrasound treatment, recently approved by the FDA, for counteracting the effects of time and gravity on your facial skin. It is a 1 to 2-hour treatment that uses your body’s own regenerative response to gently and gradually restore memory to the skin and underlying tissue. Ultherapy actually helps your skin begin to reproduce collagen.

Dr. Ringler is the first doctor in Michigan to be able to offer Ultherapy to his patients as an alternative to a traditional facelift for skin tightening and facial rejuvenation. Dr. Ringler is currently conducting research with Ultherapy for future applications in facial rejuvenation. Please inquire to see if you might be eligible as a candidate for this ongoing Ulthera study.

SmartLipo Triplex™ LaserBodySculpting™

A firm body with balanced proportions, defined curves and tone is the goal of those who work hard at a fitness routine. At times, regardless of our efforts, there may still be areas of localized fat that seem resistant to change. SmartLipo Triplex™ LaserBodySculpting™ was designed to treat those areas of the body safely, effectively and with minimum downtime. SmartLipo Triplex™ is performed under local anesthesia. Using triple laser wavelengths, Smartlipo Triplex actually liquefies the fat so that it can be easily removed. Smartlipo Triplex™ also has the added benefit of tightening the skin. Dr. Steven L. Ringler is the first board-certified plastic surgeon in West Michigan to offer SmartLipo Triplex™ as an alternative to traditional liposuction. Dr. Ringler’s experience and expertise using traditional liposuction techniques ensures that your result with SmartLipo Triplex™ will be maximized. SmartLipo Triplex™ treats those areas of the body that traditionally have been difficult to treat using liposuction, such as the neck, chin, upper arms, abdomen, male breast enlargement, thighs and knees.