SKIN TIGHTENING
Palomar LuxIR Fractional Handpiece
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The Palomar LuxIR Fractional™ Handpiece is a non-coherent infrared light source which produces light pulses in the 850-1350 nm range of spectrum. This range allows deep penetration of light into the dermis, where a controlled area of elevated temperature is created.
This infrared deep heating technology has been shown to trigger a biological response which leads to collagen remodeling in the deep dermis. Remodeled collagen can smooth out fine wrinkles and tighten sagging skin. Deep heating with infrared light can also stimulate increased collagen production to create visible long-term results.
The LuxIR's infrared light is delivered through a 12 x 28 mm spot size, masked to create a regular array of 21 small (3 mm diameter) beams. These beams penetrate from 1.5 to 3 mm within the deep dermis. This method creates a lattice of treated areas surrounded by largely untreated areas.
This is a much safer method of treatment because the treated areas do not cause bulk damage of the surrounding tissue; and the untreated surrounding tissue provides a quicker remodeling process, with little to no downtime. It also allows more energy to be strategically delivered to the dermis without compromising the skin.
SAFETY FEATURES
The LuxIR has several additional safety features, including a Contact Sensor attached to the handpiece tip which will not allow pulsing until the handpiece window is in full contact with the skin. Once in contact, the LuxIR delivers 3-Stage Contact Cooling - before, during, and after each pulse - with the handpiece tip cooled down to 5º C. The LuxIR, therefore, offers superior skin protection and comfort.
My experience with the LuxIR has been very positive. The initial clinical results look very promising, and the treatment is much more gentle on the skin and comfortable for the patient compared to similar technologies.
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