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

Abstract

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.

Fractional ablative and nonablative radiofrequency for skin resurfacing and rejuvenation of Thai patients

“…Dermal coagulation with no ablative response was absorbed while nonablative settings were used, which was achieved via a long pulse duration (80‐100 ms). These separated biological responses were shown by Elman et al while using a visual end‐point as an indicator for the skin response. In current study, thanks to the histological evaluation, we were able clinically support the capability of the system.…”

“…The Vacuum mechanism ensures proper coupling of electrodes to the skin and reduces pain levels. The Cooling mechanism protects the superficial skin layers and reduces pain level …”

“…The main limitation of first generation of fractional RF systems was the incapability to produce deep coagulative necrosis without ablating the epidermal layer or to produce ablation over the epidermal skin layer without coagulation/necrosis on the papillary dermis . Second generation fractional RF technology has exclusive capability to produce separate biological responses (ablation, coagulation, or combination of both), with 3 distinguish penetration depth programs, which not only increases the flexibility and adjustability of the treatment according to the treatment symptoms, but also makes the treatment more appropriate for the Asian population. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of this fractional RF handpiece, on a Thai population.…”

Local Tolerability and Performance Evaluation in Domestic Pigs of a Fractional Radiofrequency Device for Dermatologic Treatment

“…6,7 When the skin temperature reaches 50 C, there is coagulation and necrosis of the dermis, leading to the formation of new cells. 8 In 2004, a fractional laser was introduced, enabling the production of microscopic treatment zones and preserving the healthy tissue between these treatment columns. 9 This technology has since been applied to both the ablative and nonablative methods and allowed reduced time to recovery and less complications, such as cutaneous and vascular necrosis, scarring, erosions, burns, purpura, and pigmentary changes, compared to full (non-fractional) ablative lasers.…”

“…The first generation of fractional RF devices could not produce deep coagulative necrosis solely and resulted also in ablation of the epidermal layer, while ablation of the epidermis also led to coagulation/necrosis of the upper dermis. 8,12,13 A newer second-generation RF device is able to generate separate biological effects, that is, coagulation, ablation, or both, thereby providing better flexibility and adjustability for the user. 8,12,13 While fractional RF devices are commonly used, their application can sometimes be accompanied by complications.…”