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Natural Volume Restoration at PERK Plastic Surgery

At PERK Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, the standard is the same for every treatment: honest results, built on your natural anatomy. Courtney Coons, FNP-BC, is PERK's board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in non-surgical rejuvenation, working under the mentorship of Dr. Michelle Lee, a Harvard-trained board-certified plastic surgeon and the practice's founder. To find out if Renuva is right for you, schedule a consultation today.

What Is Renuva?

Renuva is an injectable made from donated human fat, processed into a biological scaffold that the body can recognize and rebuild. The donated tissue is treated to remove all living cells, lipids, and DNA, preserving only the extracellular matrix: the protein framework that naturally gives fat tissue its structure.

When injected into an area of volume loss, this scaffold serves as a biological template. The body recruits stem cells, generates new fat cells within the matrix, and gradually replaces it with living tissue over weeks to months. Renuva is FDA-regulated as a human tissue product and is manufactured by MTF Biologics. It can be used for age-related volume loss in the face, hands, and body.

Benefits of Renuva

  • Restores volume by stimulating the body's own fat production
  • No surgery or liposuction required
  • Minimal downtime; most patients return to their routine the same day
  • Results develop gradually and feel entirely like your own tissue
  • May last significantly longer than traditional hyaluronic acid fillers
  • Suitable for the face, hands, and other areas affected by volume loss
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Am I a Good Candidate for Renuva?

Good candidates include adults with noticeable volume loss in the face, hands, or body who prefer a non-surgical approach. Those without enough fat for liposuction-based grafting may be particularly well-suited, since Renuva requires no donor site. Patients with sensitivities to synthetic fillers may also benefit. Smokers are generally not good candidates, as nicotine can interfere with the body's ability to integrate the injected material. A consultation at PERK is the best way to assess fit.

Why Choose PERK Plastic Surgery for Renuva?

Dr. Lee's surgical experience distinguishing regenerated tissue from fibrosis on the operating table shapes how Regenerative aesthetics is approached at PERK. Our goal at PERK is genuine collagen synthesis, not the dense, unyielding scar tissue that overuse of nonsurgical treatments can leave behind.

Dr. Lee's surgical experience distinguishing regenerated tissue from fibrosis on the operating table shapes how Regenerative aesthetics is approached at PERK. Our goal at PERK is genuine collagen synthesis, not the dense, unyielding scar tissue that overuse of nonsurgical treatments can leave behind.

Your Consultation

Your consultation covers your goals, medical history, and a candid discussion of what Renuva can realistically achieve. The clinical team will assess your areas of volume loss, review any prior treatments, and outline a personalized approach. Bringing photos of results you find appealing helps the team understand your vision from the start.

How Much Does Renuva Cost?

Renuva pricing depends on the areas treated and the volume each requires. The team provides a specific quote at your consultation. Financing is available through Cherry and CareCredit.

What to Expect During Your Renuva Treatment

Before Your Appointment

In the days before treatment, avoid blood-thinning medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen, and limit alcohol to reduce bruising risk. Come with a clean face, free of makeup or skincare products. No driver is needed, and most patients plan a normal day afterward.

The Injection Process

A Renuva session typically takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the areas being treated. A topical or local anesthetic may be applied for comfort. The matrix is injected in small, precise amounts, with symmetry assessed at each step.

Immediately After Treatment

Most patients leave with minimal visible signs that anything was done, aside from mild swelling or redness at the injection sites. These effects are temporary and typically resolve within a few days to two weeks. The team provides post-care instructions before you leave.

Renuva Recovery

Renuva requires very little recovery. Most patients return to their regular routine the same day, with only minor swelling or bruising as a temporary side effect. Strenuous activity is best avoided for the first 24 hours, and the team's post-care instructions should be followed closely to support the best possible outcome. Everyone heals a little differently. Some patients notice early softening of treated areas within the first few weeks; more significant changes emerge over the following months as the body replaces the fat with new fat tissue.

Renuva Results

Early changes may appear within the first few weeks, with full results typically visible between three and six months after treatment. Because the body replaces the injected material with its own fat tissue, the outcome looks and feels entirely natural. Fat cells are also far more durable than hyaluronic acid fillers, and some patients maintain results for several years. Significant weight changes can affect treated areas, just as they would anywhere else in the body.

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Related Treatments at PERK Plastic Surgery

  • Facial Fat Grafting: A surgical approach using the patient's own harvested fat to restore volume to the face, offering long-lasting, natural results.
  • Dermal Fillers: Injectable options that deliver immediate, non-permanent volume to specific areas of the face.
  • Liquid Facelift: A customized combination of neuromodulators and fillers for comprehensive facial rejuvenation, without surgery.
  • Sofwave: A non-invasive ultrasound treatment that tightens and lifts skin by stimulating collagen production in the deeper dermal layers.
  • BBL Hero Photofacial: An advanced broadband light treatment targeting pigmentation, redness, and uneven tone for a clearer, more radiant complexion.

Renuva FAQs

How is Renuva different from traditional dermal fillers?

Traditional dermal fillers physically occupy space in tissue to create volume, and the body gradually breaks them down. Renuva introduces a biological scaffold derived from donated human fat, which the body uses as a template to generate its own fat cells. Over months, the scaffold is replaced by living tissue.

Can Renuva be used anywhere on the body?

Renuva can be used in any area of the body with fat beneath the skin. It is most commonly applied to the face, including the cheeks and temples, as well as the hands. The clinical team will confirm which areas are appropriate at your consultation.

How many sessions will I need?

Smaller areas with modest volume loss often respond to a single treatment. Larger areas, or more significant loss, may require two to three sessions spaced several months apart. Your plan will be adjusted based on how your body responds.

How long do Renuva results last?

Because Renuva produces living fat tissue, results may last significantly longer than conventional fillers. Some patients maintain improvement for several years. Longevity depends on factors such as metabolism, weight stability, and the specific areas treated.

What are the risks and potential side effects of Renuva?

Common side effects include temporary swelling, redness, and mild discomfort at the injection sites, most of which resolve within a few days to two weeks. Renuva carries a low risk of allergic reaction given its biological origin. As with any injectable, there is a small risk of bruising, asymmetry, or infection. The clinical team reviews all relevant risks before your appointment.

Can Renuva be combined with other treatments?

Renuva can be part of a broader aesthetic plan. Depending on your goals, the clinical team may suggest pairing it with neuromodulators, skin resurfacing, or other treatments to address texture, tone, and volume in a coordinated way.

Is Renuva appropriate for patients who have had dermal fillers before?

Renuva can generally be used in patients with a history of injectables, though existing filler in the target area will be evaluated carefully. In some cases, filler may need to be dissolved or fully metabolized before proceeding. Courtney will assess this during your consultation.

Restore Your Volume at PERK Plastic Surgery

At PERK Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, Renuva is part of a broader philosophy: that the best results are the ones that look like you. Courtney Coons, FNP-BC, approaches every injectable treatment with the same anatomy-driven precision that defines Dr. Lee's work in the operating room. Contact the team to schedule your Renuva consultation today.

This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon or qualified medical professional. Outcomes, risks, and suitability vary from patient to patient.

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