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The newest laser to join the Candela family of lasers is the QuadraLASE. QuadraLASE is a fractional CO2 laser that brings laser skin resurfacing to a new level, by incorporating an innovative scanning technology called the QuadraSCAN. This scanning technology assists in minimizing the thermal buildup within the skin and increases comfort during the procedure. The beauty of the QuadraLASE is it combines the effectiveness of the carbon dioxide lasers of the past with the new fractional technology and requires no disposables. Years ago CO2 laser skin resurfacing was the Gold Standard as a powerful wrinkle remover and over all skin rejuvenator and skin firmer. However the recovery time and side effects were long and harsh. This new version of fractional CO2 laser treatment has the ability to deliver powerful results with less downtime and fewer side effects and complications.

As the skin goes through the natural aging process the main protein within the skin that keeps it wrinkle free, collagen, begins to break down. This break down is assisted by exposure to the sun and other environmental factors. Laser skin resurfacing is the process of removing the upper surface layers of skin to decrease lines, even out pigmentation, reduce acne scars, reduce pore size and assist in the rebuilding of the body’s own collagen. The heat from the laser as well as the skin injury stimulates the natural collagen into production. The results produce softer, smoother, more even toned, youthful looking skin. The ablative forms of skin resurfacing generally penetrate deep into the skin layers to remove or vaporize heavy wrinkles, acne scars and some forms of pigmentation. Significant down time, usually associated with severe redness, swelling and oozing are the typical reactions. Healing takes place as the skin begins to regenerate itself, revealing fresh new revitalized, tighter skin.

Fractional CO2 skin resurfacing will ablate a portion of the skin to treat photo-damage, wrinkles, scars, and pigmentation. The treatment works by treating a “fraction” of the skin. This means the laser will create areas of treated tissue that is surrounded by untreated healthy tissue. The QuadraLASE targets a pattern into the skin leaving micro portions of the skin intact, generally in a dot or pixel like pattern. The laser creates narrow deep columns that extend into the epidermis and in some cases into the dermis with an intense micro-beam of light. The intact areas maintain the tissue’s stability as the treated areas begin to heal, assisting in faster healing. Topical anesthesia and an air cooling system are used for patient comfort during the treatment. Patients are required to remain out of the sun as well as use a sunscreen of at least 30spf during the healing phase as well to optimize results.

While some will see some immediate improvements, the greatest progress is seen between 3-6 months after last treatment, giving the skin time for complete healing and collagen rebuilding. To further enhance the powerful results the fractional CO2 laser dermal fillers and injectables such as BOTOX cosmetic can be used. The results provide for very effective and satisfying results.
Determining if the QuadraLASE is right for you should be made with your cosmetic physician.

The newest laser to join the Candela family, the Candela QuadraLASE introduces a fractional laser system that successfully provides patients with minimally ablative laser skin resurfacing treatments. The QuadraLASE system combines the performance of a CO? laser with an innovative new scanning system that provides practitioners a complete solution for both skin rejuvenation and skin tightening. Whether patients are interested in treating wrinkles, uneven tone and texture, sun damage, acne scarring, unwanted skin tags, benign pigmented lesions, or any other facial skin ailment, the minimally invasive QuadraLASE can provide safe, effective results that last.

Fractional ablation is one of the fastest growing factions within the aesthetic market, and the QuadraLASE system by Candela brings fractional ablation to an entirely new level. Fractional ablation, also known as fractional skin resurfacing, is a mildly invasive aesthetic treatment that has changed the way practitioners perform skin ablation. When undergoing treatment, the laser device is passed over the area being treated and the laser energy delivers mild ablation which causes localized damage to fractions of the lower layers of skin. This damage to the skin cells in the dermis layers promotes the natural growth of collagen; collagen is naturally produced to help heal the injury. By causing localized ‘injury’ to the skin, the natural collagen growth helps to heal and smooth damaged skin.

Other fractional technology does exist currently, but not one device can match the revolutionary technology of the Candela QuadraLASE. The QuadraLASE system has safely and effectively diversified treatment capabilities by combining the proven performance of a CO? laser with an innovative patent pending scanning system, the QuadraSCAN; with this innovative technology, practitioners now have a total solution for skin rejuvenation. Q-switched lasers that utilize CO? technology have the capability of alternating penetration depth, but that change relies solely on what the physician sees. The QuadraLASE system can use the QuadraSCAN technology to automatically see what penetration depth is necessary based on the severity of skin damage, and will then change depths accordingly.

The QuadraLASE has the capability to be uniquely engineered to fit the needs of any aspiring aesthetic practice—it does so by offering the following:

• No Disposables – long-term operating costs are lower because disposable laser tubes are no longer needed
• Easily Exchangeable Ablation Depth – Choice of QS and QD hand pieces that provide true variable depth for ablation
• Elegance in Design – This compact laser leaves neither patients nor practitioners with an overwhelming feeling; it takes up less space than traditional CO? lasers
• Evident Improvement – The QuadraLASE advanced fractional rejuvenation laser technology provides a noticeable difference in the improvement of deeper lines and deeper scars

The QuadraLASE not only makes fractional ablation treatments more efficient and more effective, it also has the capabilities of creating a more uniform appearance by repairing damage that reaches several different depths simultaneously. By treating only a fraction of the skin during treatment, the device can penetrate deeper and the skin will heal faster. By reaching variable depths during a single treatment, the laser technology can ablate the skin on multiple levels in order to treat skin ailments that range in severity. The QuadraSCAN technology is also designed to reduce heat build-up in the skin which increases overall patient comfort. Whether you are looking to treat acne, acne scarring skin tightening or skin rejuvenation, the Candela QuadraLASE offers patients and practitioner’s performance, versatility and value—all in a fractional CO? laser.