AviClear
We are excited to announce that we are now offering AviClear ™, the first and only FDA-cleared laser device for the treatment of mild to severe acne. This new treatment significantly eliminates acne and delivers long-lasting results in just three 30-minute treatment sessions
How many treatments are needed?
Three, quick 30-minute treatment sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart.
How does it feel?
AviClear is equipped with exclusive AviCool™ skin cooling and sensory controls that maintain our skin’s temperature during treatment for a more comfortable experience.3 During treatment, you may notice a slight snapping sensation. In clinical studies, patients tolerated the treatment well, without the need for pain mitigation or the need to stop the treatment session.
When can I see results?
87% of patients treated with AviClear saw at least half of their acne resolve at 6 months following treatment. And results may continue to improve with time — even several months after your treatment sessions are finished.
POST TREATMENT CARE
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Immediately post-treatment, apply a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) SPF 30+ sunblock, apply at least once daily.
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Cold compresses or chilled gel packs may be applied post treatment for patient comfort. if a blister develops, treat as a wound.
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Starting the morning after treatment, patient should wash face with a gentle cleanser followed with a gentle moisturizer for 7-10 days.
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Patient can resume their regular skin care regimen 7-10 days after treatment. Makeup can be used the day after treatment.
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Patient should start applying UVANVB 30+ SPF sunblock daily, starting the morning after Sunblock should be applied at least once daily, re-applying every 90-minutes if outside.
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Direct sun exposure should be minimized throughout the duration of the treatment regimen.
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Most patients will experience mild erythema of the lesion or entire treatment area, lasting up to 1-day post-treatment.
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Some patients may experience edema of the lesions lasting for as little as one hour or up to 2-days post-treatment.
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Some patients experience dryness and itching of the treatment area up to 4 weeks post- treatment. Advise them to use gentle moisturizer (e.g., CeraVe®, Cetaphil®).
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Roughly half of AviClear patients experience Post Inflammatory Flare Ups after one or all their treatments. Advise patients that condition can worsen before it improves Typically occurs 7+ days post-treatment Can last up a few weeks post-treatment
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Non-comedogenic makeup for acne-prone skin is okay to cover
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Avoid heat (hot tubs, saunas, etc.) for 1-2 days post-treatment.
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Limit any exercise or activity that can cause sweating for 24 hours post- treatment.
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Avoid skin irritants (i.e., products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.) for a few days pre and post treatment.
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Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks after treatment (waxing, depilatories, etc.).
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Request that the patient contact your office with any concerns, such as blistering, excessive or prolonged redness/swelling, etc