A new year is the perfect opportunity to reset, refocus, and invest in your health. At Medical Aesthetics Regenerative Center (MARC), we believe a fresh start is about more than weight loss alone, it’s about supporting your body, hormones, skin, and overall well-being every step of the way.

With two convenient locations in Gastonia and Belmont, North Carolina, MARC offers a medically guided, whole-person approach to weight management, hormone balance, and skin tightening to help you feel confident, energized, and healthy in the new year and beyond.

Medically Guided Weight Loss & Weight Management at MARC

Our weight loss and weight management programs are designed to support sustainable, long-term results, not quick fixes. Each plan is personalized and medically supervised to ensure safety, effectiveness, and ongoing support.

Weight Loss Services at MARC Include:

• Medically supervised weight loss programs
• GLP-1–based therapies when appropriate
• Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
• Ongoing follow-up and accountability
• A comprehensive, whole-body approach

Whether you’re starting fresh after the holidays or continuing progress you’ve already made, our experienced providers work closely with you to help you reach your goals safely and confidently.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Supporting Balance During & After Weight Loss

Hormones play a critical role in metabolism, energy, sleep, mood, and body composition. During weight loss, especially for patients experiencing perimenopause, menopause, or age-related hormonal changes, imbalances can slow progress and affect how you feel day to day.

At MARC, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) may be incorporated into your care plan when appropriate to help restore balance and support overall wellness.

Benefits of HRT May Include:

• Improved energy and stamina
• Better sleep quality
• Enhanced mood and mental clarity
• Support for metabolism and body composition
• Improved motivation and consistency during weight loss

HRT at MARC is always medically guided, personalized, and carefully monitored, with the goal of supporting not only weight management but long-term vitality and quality of life.

Supporting Your Body During the Weight Loss Journey

Weight loss can impact hydration, nutrient levels, hormones, and skin health. MARC offers additional wellness services to help support your body throughout the process, including:

• Hormone support when appropriate
• IV hydration and nutrient therapy
• Personalized wellness guidance

These services help patients feel balanced, supported, and energized while their body adapts to change.

RF Microneedling: Skin Tightening After Weight Loss

After weight loss, many patients notice loose or crepey skin that doesn’t fully tighten on its own. RF microneedling is one of MARC’s most effective non-surgical skin tightening treatments for restoring firmness, texture, and confidence.

How RF Microneedling Works

RF microneedling combines controlled microneedling with radiofrequency energy delivered deep into the skin. This stimulates natural collagen and elastin production, allowing the skin to rebuild and tighten from within.

Benefits of RF Microneedling Include:

• Improved skin laxity and firmness
• Smoother texture and improved tone
• Reduction in fine lines and crepey skin
• Enhanced skin quality after weight loss

RF microneedling can be used on the face, neck, décolleté, abdomen, arms, and other areas affected by weight changes. Treatments are fully customized based on your skin, goals, and weight loss history.

Sofwave® Skin Tightening for Long-Term Confidence

MARC also offers Sofwave® ultrasound skin tightening, a non-invasive treatment designed to lift and tighten skin with no downtime. Sofwave is ideal for patients looking to refine facial and neck contours during or after weight loss.

A Fresh Start, Supported Every Step of the Way

At MARC, weight loss is just one part of the journey. By combining medical weight management, hormone optimization, wellness support, and advanced skin tightening treatments, we help patients feel confident, balanced, and comfortable in their bodies both during weight loss and long after. Make this the year you invest in your health, confidence, and well-being. With expert care and a whole-person approach, MARC is here to help you start fresh and stay strong all year long.

To learn more, schedule a consultation or call us today at 704-868-6100.

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.