AYON in Montclair, NJ
The Future of Body Contouring Is Here
Many people reach a point where diet and exercise no longer change the areas that bother them most. Stubborn fat or skin laxity in the abdomen, arms, or thighs can make it difficult to feel fully confident in your shape.
At New Jersey Plastic Surgery in Montclair, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Barry DiBernardo and Dr. Matthew Trovato now offer AYON by Apyx Medical, the first all-in-one body contouring platform available in New Jersey. This technology brings surgical precision and efficiency into a single system, allowing our team to refine contours and tighten tissue with accuracy and safety.
At NJPS, our surgeons have long been recognized for advancing body contouring procedures that improve body shape and confidence. Our team is the first in the state to provide this groundbreaking AYON technology. Patients benefit from services that are clinically researched, FDA-cleared, and performed by a team with decades of surgical and device experience. Dr. DiBernardo, often called “The Idea Man” in plastic surgery for his leadership in device research, has reviewed and tested dozens of technologies over the years. It all comes back to our commitment to choosing platforms that can improve results and minimize complications.
AYON is a new surgical body contouring platform created by Apyx Medical, the same company that developed Renuvion®. It consolidates multiple body sculpting technologies into one device, allowing procedures to be performed more efficiently. Instead of needing separate devices for fat removal, tissue tightening, and contouring, AYON integrates these services into a single system.
The device uses controlled heat and energy to improve skin elasticity, reduce excess fat, and refine treated areas. Unlike older body contouring procedures that relied on multiple systems, such as lasers or freezing methods using cold temperatures, AYON brings these services together in one streamlined platform. By consolidating technologies, it reduces the risk of complications, shortens surgery time, and improves the patient experience.
AYON is designed to improve both the patient and provider experience. Patients receive care that is efficient, safe, and tailored to their needs, while surgeons benefit from precision tools and streamlined workflows. Benefits include:
Because AYON is versatile, it can treat multiple areas in one plan. Commonly treated sites include:
Refines the stomach, reducing stubborn fat and tightening skin for a smoother profile.
Addresses excess skin and fat in the inner or outer thighs, improving contour and comfort.
Tones the upper arms by treating skin laxity and localized fat.
Improves shape and firmness, sometimes combined with fat grafting for volume.
Smooths bulges around the waistline and back for improved proportion.
Treats submental fat under the chin, refining the jawline and profile.
The ideal AYON candidate is in good health, at a stable weight, and seeking body sculpting options for areas that haven’t responded to diet or exercise. Patients with mild to moderate skin laxity, localized fat, or post-weight loss changes often benefit most.
While AYON is not a treatment designed to treat obesity, it can complement the results of weight loss by correcting areas of excess fat or excess skin that remain. Patients struggling with overall obesity may be better served by weight management programs first, then consider AYON to refine the shape of specific sites like the abdomen, thighs, or arms.
Contraindications may include uncontrolled obesity or metabolic conditions, blood clotting disorders, or active infection. Allergies to certain medications or anesthesia may also make treatment inappropriate, as can smoking or other factors that increase the risk of poor wound healing. Patients who take medications or vitamins that affect blood clotting may need to pause them before surgery. During your consultation at NJPS, our team will carefully review your health history and evaluate the treatment area to confirm whether AYON is the right choice.
AYON helps reduce stubborn fat cells that remain after weight loss or regular exercise.
Heat-based energy improves elasticity, reducing sagging skin on the abdomen, thighs, or arms.
The procedure enhances definition by tightening tissue around muscles, restoring shape.
AYON addresses stretched skin and excess tissue after pregnancy.
Refines the chin and neck for sharper definition.
Because AYON is all-in-one, it can treat both excess fat and skin laxity in a single procedure.
Your AYON consultation at New Jersey Plastic Surgery includes a full medical review, examination of treatment areas, and a conversation about your goals. From there, your surgeon will create a personalized plan that may involve AYON alone or in combination with surgical body contouring procedures such as liposuction. Preparation for treatment often includes pausing medications or vitamins that affect blood clotting, adjusting lifestyle habits like smoking to encourage healing, and completing any lab work or imaging that may be required. Patients are also advised to plan ahead for recovery time, which typically ranges from one to two weeks, depending on the extent of the procedure.
The AYON procedure is performed in our accredited surgical facility. Depending on the size of the treatment area and the complexity of the plan, anesthesia may range from local numbing agents to general anesthesia.
Once you are comfortable, your surgeon creates small incisions in carefully chosen positions and inserts the AYON device. Controlled heat is applied to reduce fat and tighten tissue, and fat reduction may also be combined with liposuction to achieve optimal results. Every procedure is carefully performed by our surgical team, with close monitoring of blood flow, tissue response, and healing. An example might be a patient after pregnancy with stretched abdominal muscles, where AYON can be used with liposuction to restore contour and tone. Most sessions last one to two hours, though the exact timing depends on how many areas are being treated. Because AYON consolidates multiple technologies, treatment time is generally shorter and more efficient compared to procedures that rely on separate devices.
Most patients begin to notice improvements in body shape within weeks, though swelling may delay the full effect. Final results usually appear after several months as tissues heal and contract.
Recovery includes wearing compression garments to support healing and reduce swelling, avoiding strenuous exercise for at least two weeks, and managing temporary discomfort with medications. Patients may also experience mild side effects such as bruising, numbness, or temporary changes in skin tone. Some may even report short-term hives, though these are uncommon. It is important to protect healing skin from sun exposure to avoid damage or pigmentation changes. While risks such as infection, scarring, or delayed healing are rare when performed by an experienced team, complications like cuts or surface irregularities are possible. Our surgeons provide detailed aftercare instructions to minimize risk and encourage smooth recovery.
AYON costs vary depending on the patient and the complexity of the procedure, as well as factors like the number of treatment areas, the type of anesthesia required, and whether the procedure is combined with other surgeries like liposuction or tummy tuck. During consultation, you’ll receive a detailed estimate that includes surgeon fees, anesthesia, facility use, and post-operative care. For patients who want to spread out payments, New Jersey Plastic Surgery also offers financing options to make treatment more accessible.
New Jersey Plastic Surgery has been at the forefront of plastic surgery and aesthetic technology for more than three decades. As the first practice in New Jersey to offer AYON, NJPS continues its tradition of introducing safe, evidence-based innovations to improve patient outcomes.
Our practice has always emphasized procedures backed by clinical research and peer-reviewed reports. Patients are encouraged to talk openly with their surgeon about goals, options, and expected results so they fully understand what each treatment can provide. By choosing NJPS, you benefit from a surgical team that has the experience to measure outcomes, encourage safe healing, and correct concerns with precision. Dr. DiBernardo and Dr. Trovato combine surgical expertise with a passion for clinical research, ensuring that patients receive treatments backed by data, not hype. With extensive experience, national recognition, and a reputation for leadership in device evaluation, NJPS provides patients with confidence that their care is in expert hands.
Experience the first all-in-one body contouring device, available now at New Jersey Plastic Surgery in Montclair. To learn more about AYON and review your options for surgical body contouring, call (973) 509-2000 or request your consultation online today.
Most patients report only mild pain or soreness, managed with anesthesia during the procedure and medications afterward.
Yes. AYON is FDA-cleared, supported by research, and performed in our accredited Montclair facility by board-certified surgeons.
Many patients report early improvements within weeks, with final results becoming clear after swelling subsides.
Results are long-lasting when paired with stable weight, exercise, and healthy lifestyle habits.
Yes. AYON is often combined with liposuction, tummy tuck, or other surgical procedures for comprehensive results.
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