We’re excited to share some big news. Medical Aesthetics Regenerative Center (MARC) is growing!

In January, we will officially open our second MARC location in Belmont, North Carolina, bringing our full suite of medical aesthetics, regenerative, and wellness services even closer to our patients.

Our New Location:

246 Beatty Drive
Belmont, NC 28012

This expansion reflects our continued commitment to delivering exceptional, whole-person care with a focus on natural results, advanced medical treatments, and personalized attention.

The Same Trusted MARC Care Now in Belmont

Our Belmont location will offer all the same services patients know and trust from MARC, provided by experienced medical professionals who prioritize safety, expertise, and results.

Services Offered at MARC Belmont Include:

Medical Aesthetics

• Neurotoxins (Xeomin®, Dysport®)
• Dermal fillers
• RF microneedling & skin tightening
• AquaFirm facial treatments
• Chemical peels
• Medical-grade facials
• Waxing & brow services
• Laser treatments (hair removal, resurfacing, and more)

Wellness & Regenerative Medicine

• Medical weight loss programs
• Hormone replacement therapy
• IV hydration therapy
• PRP and regenerative treatments

Every treatment plan is customized because at MARC, we treat the whole person, not just individual concerns.

Why We’re Expanding

As MARC continues to grow, expanding into Belmont allows us to better serve our patients by offering:

• Increased appointment availability
• Greater convenience for Belmont, Gastonia, and the surrounding communities
• The same high standard of care in a modern, welcoming space

This new location supports our mission to combine medical expertise, advanced technology, and aesthetic artistry to help patients look and feel their best at every stage of life.

We’re putting the finishing touches on our Belmont location and can’t wait to welcome you. Be sure to follow us on social media and check back often for:

• Opening announcements
• Provider introductions
• Special promotions
• Sneak peeks of our new space

Appointments will be available as of January 5, 2026

Call: 704-868-6100
Schedule Online: www.marc-wellness.com

We look forward to welcoming you to MARC Belmont and continuing to provide the care, expertise, and results you expect. Now in two convenient locations.

Losing weight is a life-changing achievement. Whether you shed pounds through lifestyle changes, medical weight loss medications, or a combination of approaches, reaching your goals is something to celebrate. But many people are surprised to find that once the weight is gone, another challenge often remains: loose, sagging skin.

At Medical Aesthetics Regenerative Center (MARC) in Gastonia, NC, we specialize in advanced non-surgical solutions to help you complete your transformation. One of the most effective treatments we offer is RF Microneedling (PiXel8-RF), a powerful, collagen-boosting procedure that improves skin firmness and texture after weight loss.

Why Does Skin Sag After Weight Loss?

When the body carries extra weight, the skin stretches to accommodate it. Over time, this stretching can weaken the skin’s natural elasticity. Once the weight is lost, the skin may not “snap back,” especially in areas like the abdomen, arms, thighs, and neck.

Several factors influence how your skin responds after weight loss:

• Age: Natural collagen and elastin decline as we get older, making the skin less resilient.
• Genetics: Some people naturally produce more collagen than others.
• Rate of Weight Loss: Rapid weight loss gives the skin less time to adjust.
• Amount of Weight Lost: Larger weight loss often leads to more visible skin laxity.

While exercise and skincare products can help improve tone, they cannot address moderate to significant skin laxity. That’s where advanced treatments like RF Microneedling come in.

What Is RF Microneedling?

RF Microneedling is a next-generation treatment that combines two skin-renewing technologies:

• Microneedling: Tiny, controlled micro-channels are created in the skin to stimulate your body’s natural healing response and collagen production.
• Radiofrequency (RF) Energy: Gentle heat is delivered into deeper layers of the skin, remodeling tissue and tightening existing collagen fibers.

The result is a synergistic effect: new collagen and elastin are formed, skin becomes firmer and smoother, and overall tone and elasticity improve.

Benefits of RF Microneedling After Weight Loss

RF Microneedling is one of the most popular non-surgical skin tightening treatments for patients who want to refine their weight loss results. Benefits include:

• Tighter, firmer skin on the abdomen, arms, thighs, and neck
• Improved texture and tone for smoother, more youthful skin
• Reduction in crepey skin that often appears after significant weight loss
• Collagen remodeling for results that continue to improve for months
• Minimal downtime compared to surgical skin removal procedures

For many patients, this treatment provides a more natural and gradual improvement, helping them feel confident without the scars or recovery time of surgery.

Why Choose PiXel8-RF at MARC?

At MARC, we use the PiXel8-RF system, a cutting-edge device known for its precision, safety, and results. Treatments can be tailored to your unique skin type and the specific areas of concern, whether that’s a stubborn belly pouch, lax upper arms, or loose skin around the jawline.

Our providers combine medical expertise with an aesthetic eye to ensure results look natural, youthful, and in harmony with your body.

Who Is a Good Candidate for RF Microneedling?

You may be an excellent candidate if you:

• Have achieved your weight loss goals but struggle with loose or sagging skin
• Prefer a non-surgical solution with little to no downtime
• Want gradual, natural-looking improvements in skin firmness and texture
• Are in good overall health and committed to maintaining your results with healthy habits

During your consultation at MARC, our team will evaluate your skin, discuss your goals, and create a customized treatment plan that may also include other options such as Sofwave® ultrasound lifting, IV therapy, or hormone optimization to support your overall wellness journey.

Pairing RF Microneedling With Sofwave®

For patients who want the most comprehensive results, RF Microneedling and Sofwave® are often recommended together. While RF Microneedling improves surface texture and mid-level laxity, Sofwave uses ultrasound energy to stimulate collagen deeper within the skin, providing a lifting and firming effect. The two treatments complement each other beautifully, helping you achieve the best possible outcome.

Complete Your Transformation at MARC In Gastonia

Your weight loss journey doesn’t end with the scale. It ends when you feel completely confident in your body. At Medical Aesthetics Regenerative Center in Gastonia, our goal is to help you look and feel your absolute best with advanced treatments tailored to your needs. Contact us to learn more.

At Medical Aesthetics Regenerative Center (MARC), we believe that great aesthetic outcomes are not about changing your appearance, they’re about enhancing your natural features with precision, balance, and artistry. True facial rejuvenation comes from a multifaceted approach that addresses lines, volume loss, skin quality, and overall harmony.

That’s where the art of correction comes into play. Combining neuromodulators (toxin), dermal fillers, and RF microneedling to refine, revise, and restore with results that look beautifully natural.

Step 1: Refining with Toxin

Neuromodulators such as Xeomin® or Dysport® work by temporarily relaxing specific facial muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles. The goal is not to freeze expression, but to soften overactive muscles so the face appears more relaxed and youthful.

Common focal points for toxin include:

• Forehead lines – smooth horizontal lines without heavy brow drop
• Glabellar frown lines (“11s”) – create a softer, more approachable appearance
• Crow’s feet – refresh the eye area and reduce squint lines
• Bunny lines – refine nose wrinkles when smiling
• Lip flip – subtly enhance upper lip shape
• Masseter slimming – contour the jawline and relieve clenching

Precise placement and dosing are critical. At MARC, our injectors tailor every treatment to the unique muscle activity of each patient for natural, refined results.

Step 2: Restoring with Dermal Filler

As we age, we naturally lose facial volume from bone resorption, fat pad shrinkage, and collagen decline. Dermal fillers made of hyaluronic acid or biostimulatory materials are used to restore structure, balance proportions, and replenish youthful contours.

Common focal points for filler include:

• Cheeks & midface – lift and restore natural curves
• Nasolabial folds – soften deep smile lines
• Marionette lines – minimize downturn at mouth corners
• Lips – enhance shape, hydration, and symmetry
• Chin & jawline – strengthen profile and define lower face
• Temples – correct hollowing for a more balanced upper face

Our approach is always “less is more”. Fillers should blend seamlessly with your natural anatomy, never overpower it.

Step 3: Revising Skin Quality with RF Microneedling

While toxin and filler address muscle movement and volume loss, skin texture, tone, and elasticity must also be treated for truly complete rejuvenation. Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling combines controlled micro-injuries with gentle heat energy to stimulate collagen and elastin production deep in the dermis.

Benefits of RF Microneedling include:

• Smoother skin texture
• Reduced fine lines and wrinkles
• Improved skin firmness and elasticity
• Minimized pore size
• Softening of acne scars and other textural irregularities

By repairing the skin’s internal support network, RF microneedling complements toxin and filler results, enhancing lift, improving skin quality, and prolonging the youthful effect.

Why Combination Treatments Deliver the Best Results

No single treatment can address all the signs of aging. Combining toxin, filler, and RF microneedling allows us to:

1. Soften muscle-driven wrinkles (toxin)
2. Restore lost volume & balance proportions (filler)
3. Improve skin texture & firmness (RF microneedling)

This holistic approach delivers a more natural, longer-lasting transformation. At MARC, our goal is not a “done” look, but a refreshed, well-rested, confident version of yourself.

Experience the Art of Correction at MARC In Gastonia

Our team at MARC combines medical expertise with an artistic eye to design treatment plans that reflect your goals, facial anatomy, and lifestyle. Whether you want subtle maintenance or a more noticeable transformation, we’ll guide you through the safest, most effective path to your best self. Contact us to learn more.