Remove excess skin without a scalpel — a breakthrough micro-coring treatment that tightens the lower face without surgical scars.
Ellacor Skin Tightening at Natural Results Plastic Surgery is performed personally by Dr. Carlos Mata — board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS/FACS), Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2018, and Newsweek America's Best Plastic Surgeon — at the practice's AAAASF-accredited surgical suite in Scottsdale, Arizona. 25,000+ procedures performed.
Ellacor is a first-of-its-kind micro-coring treatment that actually removes tiny cores of excess skin — not just heats it — to tighten the lower face and soften deep folds, all without a visible scar. By removing micro-portions of skin too small to leave a mark, it achieves a degree of tightening previously possible only with surgery. At Natural Results, Ellacor is performed under board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Carlos Mata (Dr. Scottsdale®).
Ellacor uses hollow micro-needles to remove tiny cores of skin across the treatment area. Because each core is microscopic, the skin closes without scarring — but collectively, removing the excess tightens and smooths the lower face and nasolabial folds.
It bridges the gap between energy-based devices and a surgical facelift.
Expect about a week of redness and small treatment points as the skin heals. A series of sessions builds the tightening effect, with results continuing to refine over the following months.
Candidacy is ultimately a conversation. Dr. Mata will determine the right path at consultation.
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Browse the full galleryIt removes microscopic cores of skin too small to leave a visible mark. Collectively, removing the excess tightens the area without a surgical scar.
It bridges the gap between energy devices and surgery. For moderate laxity it can tighten meaningfully; advanced sagging still does best with a facelift.
About a week of redness and tiny treatment points as the skin heals, with continued refinement over the following months.
A series of sessions builds the tightening effect; your provider will recommend a plan.
Consultations with Dr. Mata are private, unhurried, and typically last 45 to 60 minutes. Your first conversation sets the foundation for everything that follows.
