Junera Skin Tightening & Contouring in Manhattan, NYC

Junera: Advanced Skin Tightening and Contouring Without Traditional Surgery

As we age, the skin gradually loses collagen, elasticity, and structural support. This results in lines and wrinkles, jowls, skin laxity along the jawline and neck, loose skin after weight loss, and subtle changes in facial or body contours that make us look older than we feel.

At Rothaus Plastic Surgery in Manhattan, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kenneth Rothaus offers Junera, an innovative minimally invasive laser treatment designed to tighten skin, stimulate collagen production, and improve contour definition with minimal downtime. Junera provides a powerful option for patients seeking noticeable improvement without the incisions, scars, and recovery associated with traditional surgical procedures.

Using advanced dual-wavelength bare fiber laser technology, Junera works beneath the surface of the skin to lift, sculpt, and define targeted areas of the face and body while encouraging long-term collagen remodeling for continued improvement over time.

How Does Junera Work?

Junera is an advanced minimally invasive laser treatment that uses two complementary wavelengths—1470nm and 980nm—to tighten skin, improve contour definition, and stimulate long-term collagen production. Unlike traditional skin tightening treatments that deliver energy from the surface, Junera utilizes a fine bare fiber laser placed beneath the skin, allowing energy to target the deeper tissue layers where collagen loss, skin laxity, and early signs of aging originate.

The 1470nm wavelength is highly absorbed by water within the tissue, creating controlled thermal stimulation that contracts existing collagen fibers while triggering the production of new collagen and elastin. The 980nm wavelength works synergistically by promoting tissue contraction within the connective tissue framework and helping refine areas of localized fullness by targeting fat cells. Together, these wavelengths address both skin laxity and contour irregularities while preserving the natural appearance of the face and body.

Because Junera works beneath the skin’s surface, it can achieve a level of tissue remodeling beyond many traditional laser treatments. Patients benefit from both an immediate tightening effect and progressive improvement over the following months as collagen continues to rebuild, resulting in firmer skin, improved elasticity, and more defined contours.

A Minimally Invasive Alternative to Surgery

Many patients notice the first signs of aging long before they are ready for a facelift, neck lift, or body contouring surgery. Others simply want meaningful improvement without the downtime associated with a surgical procedure. Still others have started to notice the return of laxity after a previous facelift and are looking for non-surgical alternatives.

For appropriately selected patients, Junera can offer a middle ground.

While Junera does not replace a surgical facelift or neck lift for patients with significant skin laxity, it can provide impressive tightening and contouring for individuals with mild to moderate skin looseness. By working beneath the skin, Junera achieves a level of tissue remodeling that exceeds many traditional non-invasive treatments while avoiding the recovery of more invasive surgery.

Dr. Rothaus carefully evaluates each patient to determine whether Junera, surgery, or a combination approach will provide the most natural and effective result.

What Can Junera Treat?

Junera is highly versatile and can be used on both the face and body.

Face & Neck

Common treatment areas include:

• Jawline definition & jowls
• Nasolabial folds
• Marionette lines
• Crow’s feet
• Fine lines in the lower lid
• Neck laxity
• Submental fullness
• Lower face heaviness
• Forehead wrinkles
• Brow ptosis

Body

Junera may also improve:

• Mild to moderate abdominal skin laxity
• Loose skin after weight loss
• Upper arm laxity
• Inner thigh laxity
• Bra-line fullness
• Small areas of stubborn fat combined with skin looseness

The treatment is designed to create smoother, firmer, and more refined contours while maintaining a natural appearance.

Who Is a Candidate for Junera?

Ideal candidates for Junera are healthy adults who want noticeable skin tightening and contour improvement without undergoing traditional surgery.

Patients often seek Junera when they are experiencing:

• Mild to moderate skin laxity
• Early signs of facial aging
• Loss of jawline definition
• Loose skin after weight loss
• Small pockets of unwanted fat
• A desire for natural-looking improvement with limited downtime

Junera is particularly appealing to busy Manhattan professionals who want meaningful results without a prolonged recovery period.

During a consultation, Dr. Rothaus will assess your anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals to determine whether Junera is the most appropriate treatment for you.

What to Expect After Treatment

Junera is performed in the office using local anesthesia. The laser is placed through small needle punctures and there are no sutures involved. Most patients can experience swelling, bruising, or tenderness following treatment which resolves over the course of 3-7 days.

Many patients notice an initial improvement shortly after the procedure, with continued skin tightening and contour enhancement developing over the next three to six months as new collagen forms. Recovery is generally shorter than that of traditional surgical procedures, allowing most patients to return to normal activities within several days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Junera a replacement for a facelift?

While Junera is not exactly a replacement for a facelift, it serves as an excellent option for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity who are not yet ready for surgery. Patients with significant sagging may achieve better results with a surgical facelift or neck lift. Patients who have had a facelift and are seeing a recurrent laxity of the skin are also good candidates for Junera.

How many treatments will I need?

Most patients achieve their desired results with a single treatment session, although recommendations may vary based on individual goals and the area being treated.

When will I see results?

Some tightening may be visible shortly after treatment, but the most significant improvements typically develop over three to six months as collagen production increases.

What areas can be treated?

Junera can be used on the face, jawline, neck, under the chin, abdomen, arms, thighs, elbows, hands, and other areas affected by mild skin laxity and contour concerns.

Is there downtime?

Most patients experience mild swelling or bruising and can return to normal daily activities within a few days to one week, depending on the treatment area.

Schedule a Junera Consultation in Manhattan

If you are looking for a minimally invasive solution to tighten loose skin, improve contour definition, and restore a more youthful appearance, Junera may be an excellent option.

To learn whether Junera is right for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kenneth Rothaus at Rothaus Plastic Surgery in Manhattan, NYC.

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