After years of vigorous research, Thermage, Inc. has received FDA clearance for a treatment to reduce the appearance of cellulite with minimal side effects and no down time.
National studies conducted in 2007 estimate that over 90% of women suffer from unsightly cellulite. Ironically, the treatment options are limited and not always desirable.
The release of the Thermage ThermaTip ‘CL’ (Cellulite) offers a noninvasive treatment to reduce to noticeable signs of cellulite. ThermaTip CL offers a unique choice for those who suffer from cellulite but have been unable to find an option that produces a noticeable change in their appearance after just a single treatment, without the risks of surgery or painful injections.
Thermage utilizes a system in which the deeper layers of the skin where fat deposits and cellulite build are heated while the upper layer of the skin is kept cool. This capacitive radiofrequency system works by stimulating collagen tissues that tighten the skin in order to soften and smooth the surface of the treated area, which is not only safe and effective but offers optimal results without downtime.
Karl Swanson, M.D., the medical director of Ultimate Image Cosmetic Medical Center in Clearwater, Florida , expressed confidence and excitement over this groundbreaking technique. “We have seen some fantastic results using Thermage’s DC (Deep Contour) system, so I am nothing but optimistic about the results in cellulite reduction my patients may see with the CL treatment.” Dr. Swanson adamantly believes that this treatment is helpful for fighting “bulging” skin, cellulite, or areas unwanted looseness and is ideal for someone who cannot afford the downtime other procedures require.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
First Fraxel Re:pair CO2 in Florida Performed Early This Year
Medical procedures in the pursuit of youth and beauty are nothing new. For years men and women alike have undergone various treatments to achieve a youthful and more radiant appearance, such as invasive surgery. These treatments prove to be effective, but with numerous risks and weeks of downtime.
For the state of Florida, the days of premature aging are over, with the introduction of Reliant Technologies Fraxel Re:pair CO2 Laser.
Just arrived in December 2007 in Tampa, Florida, this innovative laser offers the latest in skin resurfacing technology. The Fraxel Re:pair CO2 Laser tightens skin and removes wrinkles, acne scars, brown pigmentations, and can be performed in the office. The procedure does not require going under anesthesia, but instead uses a local numbing cream applied aptly before the procedure.
CO2 technology has been in use for over 40 years. Until recently, these ablative procedures were painful and required arduous aftercare with weeks of downtime. Reliant Technologies, the creator of fractional skin resurfacing, using their innovative Fraxel Re:store and Fraxel Re:pair lasers, has essentially removed the need for extensive post –operative care and the risks previously associated with skin resurfacing.
The Fraxel Re:pair provides deep, microscopic fractional resurfacing that produces significant results in only one treatment. With only three to five days of downtime this new, quick, and safe treatment option will dramatically improve the condition of your skin, resulting in smoother texture with a noticeable increase in skin tone and tightening, removing wrinkles, lines, brown spots, redness, and acne scars. These dramatic results are seen immediately after a single treatment.
Dr. Karl Swanson of Ultimate Image Cosmetic Medical Centre had tested several fractional lasers before selecting the Fraxel Re:pair. “I had been using the Fraxel Erbium laser for years with fantastic results, and what Fraxel has done with CO2 technology is nothing short of extraordinary. There is no doubt in my mind that this procedure will change the way we treat aging skin”. With only 3 to 5 days of downtime, the procedure is almost completely risk free. Results are unparalleled and seen immediately following the quick healing process.
Fraxel Re:pair Fractionated CO2 Laser is groundbreaking technology that provides safe and clinically proven effective treatments with minimal downtime. Fraxel Re:pair has been clinically proven and FDA510(k) approved to improve wrinkles, sun damage, deep and fine lines, acne scarring, and pigmentation irregularities in a three year, multi-site study.
For the state of Florida, the days of premature aging are over, with the introduction of Reliant Technologies Fraxel Re:pair CO2 Laser.
Just arrived in December 2007 in Tampa, Florida, this innovative laser offers the latest in skin resurfacing technology. The Fraxel Re:pair CO2 Laser tightens skin and removes wrinkles, acne scars, brown pigmentations, and can be performed in the office. The procedure does not require going under anesthesia, but instead uses a local numbing cream applied aptly before the procedure.
CO2 technology has been in use for over 40 years. Until recently, these ablative procedures were painful and required arduous aftercare with weeks of downtime. Reliant Technologies, the creator of fractional skin resurfacing, using their innovative Fraxel Re:store and Fraxel Re:pair lasers, has essentially removed the need for extensive post –operative care and the risks previously associated with skin resurfacing.
The Fraxel Re:pair provides deep, microscopic fractional resurfacing that produces significant results in only one treatment. With only three to five days of downtime this new, quick, and safe treatment option will dramatically improve the condition of your skin, resulting in smoother texture with a noticeable increase in skin tone and tightening, removing wrinkles, lines, brown spots, redness, and acne scars. These dramatic results are seen immediately after a single treatment.
Dr. Karl Swanson of Ultimate Image Cosmetic Medical Centre had tested several fractional lasers before selecting the Fraxel Re:pair. “I had been using the Fraxel Erbium laser for years with fantastic results, and what Fraxel has done with CO2 technology is nothing short of extraordinary. There is no doubt in my mind that this procedure will change the way we treat aging skin”. With only 3 to 5 days of downtime, the procedure is almost completely risk free. Results are unparalleled and seen immediately following the quick healing process.
Fraxel Re:pair Fractionated CO2 Laser is groundbreaking technology that provides safe and clinically proven effective treatments with minimal downtime. Fraxel Re:pair has been clinically proven and FDA510(k) approved to improve wrinkles, sun damage, deep and fine lines, acne scarring, and pigmentation irregularities in a three year, multi-site study.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Longer Lasting Alternative to Facials and Microdermabrasions
The introduction of fractionated laser technology now offers a treatment option which treats uneven pigmentation, lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and loose skin with results that last up 5 to 10 years.
In a recent ASAPS study, chemical peels and microdermabrasions were among the most popular non-surgical cosmetic enhancement procedures. Unfortunately, these procedures must be repeated several times a year to maintain their results. Chemical peels will help even skin pigmentation and improve the texture of the skin. Microdermabrasions remove the outer most layer of dead cells, which with multiple treatments reduces lentigenes or brown spots and makes the skin appear refreshed. However, even when combined, chemical peels and microdermabrasions simply cannot effectively treat lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and loose skin.
Reliant Technologies, the originator of fractional laser skin resurfacing, offers a way to treat pigmentation and texture like chemical peels and microdermabrasion but also effectively treats lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and loose skin, often with a single treatment, that lasts for years.
Fraxel lasers are separated by two classes- Erbium and CO2, or non-ablative and ablative. The Fraxel Re:store is an Erbium non-ablative class laser. By employing a continuous scanning pattern, the practioner can control the density with which the laser treats the skin. The laser coagulates microscopic pixels which penetrate 1.5 millimeters into the skin, called microthermal zones, which stimulate collagen synthesis for removal of lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and tightening the skin. This fractionated treatment also evens skin pigmentation and texture. Because this is a non-ablative laser, multiple treatments may be required to achieve optimal results.
The Fraxel Re:pair is a fractional ablative CO2 class laser, and is the only fractioned CO2 that has been clinically proven and received FDA clearance for treatment of lines, wrinkles, irregular pigmentation, textural abnormalities, and vascular dyschromia (redness). The Fraxel Re:pair has also been clinically proven to be effective in the treatment of acne and atrophic scars. Utilizing the same continuous scanning technique as the Fraxel Re:store, a microscopic treatment zone is penetrated, removing old skin and causing an instantaneous contraction from untreated skin, producing a tightening effect. With minimal downtime and the risks associated with surgery removed, the Fraxel Re:pair treatment offers a preventative measure to someone who is considering a facelift in their future. Since this laser is ablative, a single treatment will produce significant results.
With the popularity of cosmetic procedures on the rise, it is important to know the effectiveness and implications of a procedure in order to determine what will work best for you. If you have enjoyed the benefits of facials and microdermabrasions, consider laser resurfacing as a means to acheive more significant and permanent results.
Karl Swanson, M.D., is a graduate of the University of Illinois Medical School. He served as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force and is currently the Medical Director of Ultimate Image Cosmetic Medical Center located in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Swanson and his staff are dedicated to providing the latest and most effective treatments to their patients in the Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and Tampa Bay area.
American Beauty and Wellness is your information resource for surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic medical procedures. Use this site to find out the latest cosmetic innovations, such as Botox, Juvederm, and Thermage, and where to find the doctor nearest you that can provide these treatments.
In a recent ASAPS study, chemical peels and microdermabrasions were among the most popular non-surgical cosmetic enhancement procedures. Unfortunately, these procedures must be repeated several times a year to maintain their results. Chemical peels will help even skin pigmentation and improve the texture of the skin. Microdermabrasions remove the outer most layer of dead cells, which with multiple treatments reduces lentigenes or brown spots and makes the skin appear refreshed. However, even when combined, chemical peels and microdermabrasions simply cannot effectively treat lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and loose skin.
Reliant Technologies, the originator of fractional laser skin resurfacing, offers a way to treat pigmentation and texture like chemical peels and microdermabrasion but also effectively treats lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and loose skin, often with a single treatment, that lasts for years.
Fraxel lasers are separated by two classes- Erbium and CO2, or non-ablative and ablative. The Fraxel Re:store is an Erbium non-ablative class laser. By employing a continuous scanning pattern, the practioner can control the density with which the laser treats the skin. The laser coagulates microscopic pixels which penetrate 1.5 millimeters into the skin, called microthermal zones, which stimulate collagen synthesis for removal of lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and tightening the skin. This fractionated treatment also evens skin pigmentation and texture. Because this is a non-ablative laser, multiple treatments may be required to achieve optimal results.
The Fraxel Re:pair is a fractional ablative CO2 class laser, and is the only fractioned CO2 that has been clinically proven and received FDA clearance for treatment of lines, wrinkles, irregular pigmentation, textural abnormalities, and vascular dyschromia (redness). The Fraxel Re:pair has also been clinically proven to be effective in the treatment of acne and atrophic scars. Utilizing the same continuous scanning technique as the Fraxel Re:store, a microscopic treatment zone is penetrated, removing old skin and causing an instantaneous contraction from untreated skin, producing a tightening effect. With minimal downtime and the risks associated with surgery removed, the Fraxel Re:pair treatment offers a preventative measure to someone who is considering a facelift in their future. Since this laser is ablative, a single treatment will produce significant results.
With the popularity of cosmetic procedures on the rise, it is important to know the effectiveness and implications of a procedure in order to determine what will work best for you. If you have enjoyed the benefits of facials and microdermabrasions, consider laser resurfacing as a means to acheive more significant and permanent results.
Karl Swanson, M.D., is a graduate of the University of Illinois Medical School. He served as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force and is currently the Medical Director of Ultimate Image Cosmetic Medical Center located in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Swanson and his staff are dedicated to providing the latest and most effective treatments to their patients in the Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and Tampa Bay area.
American Beauty and Wellness is your information resource for surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic medical procedures. Use this site to find out the latest cosmetic innovations, such as Botox, Juvederm, and Thermage, and where to find the doctor nearest you that can provide these treatments.
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