Clinical and histopathological results following TriPollar™ radiofrequency skin treatments

Kaplan, Haim; Gat, Andrea

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“…43 However, it has the added property of being able to heat the subcutaneous fat as well, leading to undesired visible fat reduction in some cases. 18 This modality is presented here because this electrical energy is often combined with other modalities to achieve a synergistic effect.…”

Section: Radiofrequencymentioning

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Current Laser Resurfacing Technologies: A Review that Delves Beneath the Surface

Preissig

Hamilton

Markus

2012

Seminars in Plastic Surgery

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).Laser resurfacing technologies represent an exciting development in the cosmetic surgeon's repertoire to improve the tone, texture, and pigmentation of the skin. Although laser resurfacing is not a substitute for a facelift or blepharoplasty, the appropriate laser not only tightens the skin somewhat but also improves the appearance of lentigines, rhytides, skin texture, and a wide variety of scars.There are ablative and nonablative lasers as well as fractionated and nonfractionated lasers. Nonfractionated lasers act on the entire projected surface area of the treated skin, whereas fractionated lasers target an equally distributed portion of the projected area. An easy way to understand the difference is in looking at the pixels that compose a TV image. Nonfractionated devices treat every single pixel whereas fractionated devices treat only a percentage of the pixels in the treatment area.Ablative lasers vaporize tissue and therefore are more aggressive compared with the gentler nonablative lasers that leave the skin intact. Although ablative lasers result in far more down time and a more difficult recovery process, they remain the lasers that produce the most dramatic outcomes. For more severe facial wrinkles, dyspigmentation, and textural skin challenges, the ablative laser is often the treatment of choice.For patients seeking more moderate improvement-without the possible side effects of ablative lasers-nonablative lasers are often ideal. These lasers leave the epidermis intact while producing rejuvenating skin effects. Depending on the technology, nonablative laser treatments may minimize the appearances of finer wrinkles, ameliorate the texture and tone of the skin, and treat dyspigmentation. By comparison, the treatments are gentler and require little to no downtime, but produce a more moderate response.Ultimately, a patient's needs dictate the selection of the ideal laser. In this review, we seek to demystify the differences between the many available lasers and thereby facilitate the identification of the most appropriate laser for the patient. Ablative Nonfractionated LasersAblative skin resurfacing removes the epidermal layer, producing the most dramatic laser-treated results for skin resurfacing. The lasers quickly superheat water molecules in the skin tissue. When the water turns into gas, the skin cells are vaporized in a precise skin-peeling effect. This effect promotes collagen formation and retraction of the dermis and AbstractNumerous laser platforms exist that rejuvenate the skin by resurfacing its upper layers. In varying degrees, these lasers improve the appearance of lentigines and rhytides, eliminate photoaging, soften scarring due to acne and other causes, and treat dyspigmentation. Five major classes of dermatologic lasers are currently in common use: ablative and nonablative lasers in both fractionated and unfractionated forms as well as radiofrequency technologies. The gentler nonablative lasers allow for quicker healing, whereas harsher ablative lasers tend to be more effective. Fract...

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Section: Radiofrequencymentioning

confidence: 99%

Current Laser Resurfacing Technologies: A Review that Delves Beneath the Surface

Preissig

Hamilton

Markus

2012

Seminars in Plastic Surgery

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“…In general, those with mild to moderate skin laxity without underlying muscular or structural deformity will note greatest improvement. Specific body areas such as the eyelid, eyebrow, midface, melolabial folds, jowls, neck, thighs, arms, and décolletage tend to yield better results [7,8]. The cumulative experience among providers and from the literature reveals that RF procedures appear to provide the best outcomes in persons aged 35-60 years, on crepe or wrinkled skin, and in individuals that are postpartum or after weight loss.…”

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Monopolar Radiofrequency

Osley

Ross

Saedi³

2014

Radiofrequency in Cosmetic Dermatology

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Radiofrequency (RF) was first applied to aesthetic uses as monopolar RF. In its monopolar form, RF is applied to the target area by means of a dedicated handpiece, while a grounding pad is applied to the body at a distance. This differs from the mode of unipolar RF, in which a single electrode with no return is applied to the skin; the distinction between these two modalities is discussed in detail in the chapter 'Unipolar Radiofrequency'. The entry of RF into the body at the site of contact with the active electrode leads to bulk tissue heating, which can be provided at a depth. This ability to heat a volume of tissue noninvasively is applied to skin tightening on the face and body, as the heat induces both immediate collagen contraction and delayed collagen synthesis, by thermal induction of fibroblasts. Cumulative experience with monopolar RF has led to better, more reproducible, and better-tolerated results as treatment protocols and devices have evolved. Monopolar RF has a firm place as a safe and popular technology in the aesthetic armamentarium.Nonablative radiofrequency (NARF) devices find their place in dermatology for the purpose of skin tightening as they readily target the deeper tissues of the dermis and induce collagen remodeling. They have gained particular popularity because of their ability to offer improvement of lax and/or photodamaged skin without the postoperative morbidity and financial burden of surgical procedures. Compared to more invasive alternatives, the results of NARF are modest; however, it remains in demand secondary to its lower side effect profile and remarkably short postprocedural downtime. This continuing shift away from ablative and invasive aesthetic procedures continues to be driven largely by patient and clinician preferences [1].Monopolar radiofrequency (RF) is a nonsurgical approach to skin tightening and photorejuvenation. The FDA first cleared its use for treatment of periorbital rhytids in 2002. Additional clearances were given for tightening of the lower face in 2004 and for skin tightening on the body in 2005. The first device, Thermage ThermaCool (Sol-

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“…w okolicach powłok brzusznych, po wykonaniu 7 zabiegów w odstępach tygodniowych. W badaniu histopatologicznym tkanki podskórnej pobranej podczas chirurgicznej abdomino plastyki od jednej pacjentki stwierdzili komórki tłuszczowe o nieregularnych kształtach, niektóre z uszkodzoną błoną komórkową, natomiast grubość tej tkanki nie uległa zmia nie [43]. W badaniu własnym określono wpływ fal radiowych na grubość fałdu skórnego powłok brzusznych, oceniając łącz nie grubość skóry i tkanki podskórnej za pomocą fałdomie rza.…”

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Wpływ fal elektromagnetycznych i ultradźwiękowych na redukcję tkanki tłuszczowej u kobiet w wieku 25–45 lat oceniany za pomocą impedancji bioelektrycznej

Wesołowska

2017

Pomeranian J Life Sci

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Introduction:Excess body fat is a serious health problem, but also a very important aesthetic defect. Cosmetology as a field of health sciences may assist in all activities aimed at improv ing health and quality of life. The aim of the study was to assess abdominal fat reduction in women aged 25-45 years after the application of ultrasonic and electromagnetic waves with a frequency of 1 MHz. Materials and methods:The study involved 60 healthy women aged 25-45 years with excessive adipose tissue within the abdom inal wall, qualified for the study on the grounds of abdominal fat percentage above 29%, determined by bioelectrical impedance.Results: 30 days after the end of the series of 10 treatments, the mean percentage of abdominal fat was reduced by 1.7% in the RF group, by 2.2% in the RF/U group and only by 0.6% in the U group compared to the baseline value. Conclusions: In the method based on the combination of both applied techniques, a reduction of abdominal fat immediately after the treatment, as well as at 30 days of follow-up, seems to further confirm its beneficial effect on the studied para meter. Keywords: reduction of fat; radiofrequency waves; ultrasonic waves; bioelectrical impedance. ABSTRAKT Wstęp:Nadmiernie rozwinięta tkanka tłuszczowa jest poważ nym problemem zdrowotnym, ale również bardzo istotnym defektem estetycznym. Kosmetologia jako dziedzina nauk o zdro wiu może wspomagać wszelkie działania mające na celu poprawę stanu zdrowia i jakości życia. Celem pracy była ocena redukcji tkanki tłuszczowej tułowia u kobiet w wieku 25-45 lat po zastosowaniu fal ultradźwięko wych (U) o częstotliwości 1 MHz i fal elektromagnetycznych o częstotliwości 1 MHz. Materiały i metody: Badaniem objęto 60 zdrowych kobiet w wieku 25-45 lat z nadmiernie rozwiniętą tkanką tłuszczową w obrębie powłok brzusznych, kwalifikowanych do badań na podstawie zawartości tkanki tłuszczowej powyżej 29%, oznaczonej za pomocą impedancji bioelektrycznej.Wyniki: Po upływie 30 dni od zakończenia serii 10 zabiegów w grupie RF (fale radiowe) obserwowano obniżenie zawarto ści tłuszczu o 1,7% w odniesieniu do stanu przed rozpoczęciem badania, w grupie RF/U (łącznie fale radiowe i ultradźwiękowe) o 2,2%, natomiast w grupie U wartość tego parametru obniżyła się tylko o 0,6%. Wnioski: Najkorzystniejsze oddziaływanie na redukcję zawar tości tłuszczu tułowia wywarły zastosowane łącznie obydwa bodźce fizykalne (fale radiowe i ultradźwiękowe). Obniżenie zawartości tłuszczu obserwowano bezpośrednio po zakończe niu zabiegów, jak i po upływie kolejnych 30 dni. Słowa kluczowe: redukcja tkanki tłuszczowej; fale radiowe; fale ultradźwiękowe; impedancja bioelektryczna. * Zwięzła wersja rozprawy doktorskiej przyjętej przez Radę Wydziału Nauk o Zdrowiu Pomorskiego Uniwersytetu Medycznego w Szczecinie. Promotor prof. dr hab. n. med. Stanisława Bielecka-Grzela. Oryginał obejmuje: 90 stron, 27 rycin, 24 tabele i 97 pozycji piśmiennictwa. WSTĘPPoglądy dotyczące estetycznego wyglądu sylwetki ciała zmie niały się na przestrzeni wieków w zależności od sz...

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Clinical and histopathological results following TriPollar™ radiofrequency skin treatments

Abstract: The TriPollar is a safe and effective non-invasive technology leading to skin tightening and body shaping. Histology results indicate changes at the dermal and fat layers following TriPollar treatments resulting in increased collagen regeneration and stimulated fat metabolism.

Cited by 64 publications

References 7 publications

Current Laser Resurfacing Technologies: A Review that Delves Beneath the Surface

Current Laser Resurfacing Technologies: A Review that Delves Beneath the Surface

Monopolar Radiofrequency

Wpływ fal elektromagnetycznych i ultradźwiękowych na redukcję tkanki tłuszczowej u kobiet w wieku 25–45 lat oceniany za pomocą impedancji bioelektrycznej

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