Superficial skin resurfacing

New vision in fractional radiofrequency technology with switching, vacuum and cooling

INTRODUCTION

Since the introduction of fractional technology, various systems were launched to the market. The first generation of fractional RF systems created epidermal ablation with coagulative/necrosis of the dermis with sufficient clinical outcomes, but with some limitations. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of SVC technology, based on the principle of separate biological responses.

MATERIAL AND METHODS

Fifty-two patients were treated for 3-6 sessions using fractional RF handpiece and eight patients received combination treatments with non-invasive RF handpiece.

RESULTS

All volunteers showed notable to significant improvement in the photoageing symptoms, without any significant complications or adverse events.

DISCUSSION

Due to its wide spectrum of parameters, the SVC technology can promote different biological responses. Owing to the "Switching" technology, the control of energy depth penetration enables delivery of the necessary thermal dose to the targeted skin layer. In addition, this novel technology includes the "Vacuum" and "Cooling" mechanisms, each contributing to the safety of the treatment. The Smart Heat function reduces the necessary energy levels and thereby reduces the pain level and risks for side effects.

Facial Acne and Fine Lines

BACKGROUND

A novel device for skin rejuvenation has been developed and tested. The device converts a stream of nitrogen into a plasma of ionized gas, which ablates surface tissue in a controlled manner.

METHODS

Eleven patients were followed up for 6 months. The results were assessed objectively using skin molds to measure skin irregularity, as well subjectively using patient- and doctor-assessed parameters.

RESULTS

Plasma skin regeneration was shown to reduce fine line wrinkles by an average of 24% at 6 months (P = 0.005, Mann-Whitney rank sum test) and to improve acne scarring by 23% at 6 months (P = 0.001, Mann-Whitney rank sum test).

CONCLUSIONS

The main benefit of this system was that the patients had minimal erythema lasting only 1-6 days and no pigmentary changes. This is therefore a device with proven efficacy and limited morbidity.