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TechnologyElōs Technology
See Video of Elōs in Action* >>Technology Timeline/HistoryFrom Lasers to elōsAlthough lasers were invented in the mid 60s, it wasn't until the mid 1980s that the technology had evolved enough to be used safely for dermatological applications. In 1991, physicist Dr. Shimon Eckhouse invented and patented intense pulsed light (IPL), a significant advancement over conventional lasers, and for nearly a decade, IPL remained the industry standard for many non-invasive aesthetic procedures. However, limitations on the technology remained, including limited penetration, poor targeting, and risk of epidermal pigmentation changes and scarring. A quantum leap occurred in the year 2000, when master physicist, Dr. Michael Kreindel, combined IPL technology with bipolar radio frequency (RF) to create electro-optical synergy or elos as it is now known. This revolutionary technology platform soon set new standards in safety and efficacy for a wide range of medical aesthetic procedures. Superior Safety and Efficacy.elōs is the first and only technology that simultaneously harnesses the power of bi-polar radio frequency (RF) and optical energy (either laser or light). Developed by IPL inventor/patent-holder Dr. Shimon Eckhouse and master physicist, Dr. Michael Kreindel. This revolutionary technology platform effectively overcomes the safety and procedural limitations of intense pulse light (IPL) and conventional lasers. elōs is the first and only technology that simultaneously harnesses the power of bi-polar radio frequency (RF) and optical energy (either laser or light). 
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Frequently Asked QuestionseMaxWhat does eMax do?The eMax features proprietary elōsTM combined energy technology of Bi-Polar Radio Frequency (RF) with both light and Diode Laser energies. eMax gives you the power to successfully treat a wider range of hair colors and all skin tones with many proven applications. The applications in the eMax include:
Ultra Fast Hair Removal (DSL Applicator)
Wrinkle Reduction (WRA Applicator)
Skin Tightening via Wrinkle Treatment (ST Applicator)
Leg & Facial Vein Treatment (LV Applicator)
Skin Rejuvenation (SR Applicator)
Acne Treatment (AC Applicator)
Ultra Fast Hair Removal (DSL Applicator)How does Hair Removal with elōsTM DSL Applicator work? The DSL uses laser and bi-polar radio frequency energies to damage the hair follicle. This disables the follicle from growing hair, which means that gradually over several treatments, there is a permanent reduction in the amount of hair in that area. What is the advantage of DSL Applicator over other laser hair removal systems? The DSL can treat large zones very fast, and there is no exclusionary criteria based on skin type or hair color (the treatment approach for apigmented hairs is different than treating dark hair and the response rate may be less predictable). How efficacious is the treatment with DSL Applicator? In a study which included skin types II-V showed 35-42% clearance 3 months after a single treatment. Post treatment hair extrusion occurs around 2-3 weeks. Some hair shafts can be pulled out of the follicle immediately post-treatment without resistance, indicating disengagement from the follicle while the hair shaft is still intact (i.e. has not been singed by the laser heat)- the bi-polar RF energy effect is clearly evident. Is treatment with the DSL Applicator safe? Treatment is very safe for the skin. There are many advances in the DSL technology that make it one of the safest hair removal systems available for all skin colors. There are no long term health hazards from laser or electric energies used in the DSL. Both have been used for decades in medicine, surgery, and aesthetics without adversity. How is DSL Applicator treatment tolerated by the patient? Everyone has different pain tolerances but most patients are treated without topical anesthetic creams. The chilled air device, SynerCoolTM is very helpful for discomfort during treatment and especially when fast, auto-repeat firing is used for large treatment zones. What results can one expect from the DSL Applicator treatment? Each DSL treatment will result in less hair coming back, as well as hair growing progressively lighter in color, finer, and slower-growing with each treatment. It takes more than 1 treatment to affect all the follicles growing in an area. Most people achieve satisfactory clearance after 6-8 treatments, but individual results vary depending on medical and genetic factors. Lighter colored hair may require more treatments than darker colored hair. How frequently does one need DSL Applicator treatments? The treatments are usually performed every 2-3 months, but this depends on individual factors. What happens after each DSL Applicator treatment? Temporary pinkness in the skin lasts a very short time, and most people return to work or normal activities immediately after treatment. The treated area will “shed” some hairs over the next 2-4 weeks, and patients may experience a period of hairlessness in the area while you wait for your next treatment. Who should get DSL treatment for Hair Removal? Anyone who wants a permanent solution to shaving, waxing, plucking, or electrolysis. There are few medical conditions that contraindicate people from treatment. Wrinkle Reduction (WRA Applicator)How does Wrinkle Treatment with elōsTM WRA Applicator work? The WRA combines safe and effective levels of laser and radiofrequency (electric current) energies to remodel the dermal layer of the skin by stimulating new collagen growth, creating a smoother and softer appearance. Both laser and radiofrequency have been used separately for decades in medicine and surgery, but the WRA exclusively combines light and radio-frequency energy for ideal treatment outcomes with a very low risk of side effects and virtually no down-time. What results can one expect from the WRA Applicator treatment? The WRA can improve textural irregularities in the skin due to loss of collagen in the dermis such as: non-dynamic moderate wrinkles, enlarged pores, superficial acne scarring, rough skin texture, and skin laxity of the face and neck. This is done non-ablatively, which means that this is a non-invasive procedure. Most people leave the treatment office with only slight pinkness or no pinkness at all, they can return to work immediately. How many treatments are required? Most patients will have between 3-5 treatments. How frequently does one need WRA Applicator treatments? Treatment sessions are typically 3-4 weeks apart. How is WRA Applicator treatment tolerated by the patient? The sensation may be described as a “hot pinch”, like someone snapping an elastic band on your skin. Patients tolerate treatment well by use of either cooling the skin during treatment and/or use of a topical anesthetic cream that numbs the skin. Is treatment with the WRA Applicator safe? ANY medical laser procedure has risk of side effects such as superficial blistering, crusting, and pigmentary changes in the skin. These risks are rare and usually quickly resolved. The WRA incorporates several technological advances that focus on patient safety to minimize these risks and provide greater satisfaction. The laser handpiece is also cooled for skin protection and comfort during the procedure. Who should be treated with the WRA Applicator? Anyone with unwanted moderate wrinkles, superficial acne scarring, enlarged pores, or rough skin texture from chronic sun-damage. Pigmentation from chronic sun-damage may also improve over the series of treatments. Dynamic wrinkles such as between the brows or deep folds near the mouth/nose are not realistic indications for WRA treatment. Skin Tightening via Wrinkle Treatment (ST Applicator)How does Skin Tightening via Wrinkle Treatment with elōsTM ReFirmeTM ST Applicator work? The ReFirmeTM ST procedure combines safe and effective levels of infrared light and bipolar radiofrequency energies to remodel the dermal layer of the skin by stimulating new collagen growth. Both laser and radiofrequency have been used separately for decades in medicine and surgery, but the ST exclusively combines infrared light and bipolar radio-frequency energy for ideal treatment outcomes with a very low risk of side effects and virtually no down-time. What results can one expect from the ReFirmeTM ST Applicator treatment? ReFirmeTM ST can improve skin laxity and sagginess of the face, neck and some body areas such as the abdomen or upper arms. Skin texture can also be smoothed out by the tightening and firming effect of treatment. This treatment is performed non-ablatively, which means this is a non-invasive procedure. Most people leave the treatment office with only slight pinkness or no pinkness at all. Patients can return to normal activities immediately. How many treatments are required? Most patients will have between 3-5 treatments. How often are treatments done? Treatment sessions are typically 2-4 weeks apart. How is ReFirmeTM ST Applicator treatment tolerated by the patient? The ReFirme ST procedure is well tolerated by most patients without any topical anesthetic or other means of analgesia. The treatment tip is chilled so it provides contact cooling to the skin surface for added comfort. Is treatment with the RefirmeTM ST Applicator safe? ANY medical aesthetic procedure has risk of side effects such as superficial blistering, crusting, and pigmentary changes in the skin. These risks are rare and usually quickly resolved. Who should be treated with the ReFirmeTM ST Applicator? All skin colors can be treated with the ST for laxity, sagginess, loss of elasticity, or textural irregularities. Treatment can be done on face, neck, or certain body areas. Individual patient candidacy should be discussed with your patients. Leg & Facial Vein Treatment (LV Applicator)How does Leg & Facial Vein Treatment with elōsTM LV Applicator work? The LV Applicator combines safe and effective levels of laser and radiofrequency (electric current) energies to remove leg veins and other unwanted vessels. Both laser and radiofrequency have been used separately for decades in medicine and surgery, but the LV exclusively combines light and electric energy for ideal treatment outcomes – improve leg veins and vascular lesions with a very low risk of side effects. What results can one expect from the LV Applicator treatment? The LV can improve unsightly leg veins, facial spider veins and other unwanted vascular lesions. Spider veins and larger blue-green vessels on legs will gradually fade and can be treated until patient satisfaction has been reached. How many treatments are required? Most patients will have between 1-3 treatments. Some vessels may require more than 3 treatment sessions. How often are treatments done? Treatment sessions are typically 6-8 weeks apart. Smaller spider veins may be treated every 4 weeks. How is LV Applicator treatment tolerated by the patient? The sensation may be described as a “hot pinch”. Patients tolerate treatment well by use of either cooling the skin during treatment and/or use of a topical anesthetic cream that numbs the skin. Is treatment with the LV Applicator safe? ANY medical laser procedure has risk of side effects such as superficial blistering, crusting, and pigmentary changes in the skin. These risks are rare and usually quickly resolved. The LV incorporates several technological advances that focus on patient safety to minimize these risks and provide greater satisfaction. The laser handpiece is also cooled for skin protection and comfort during the procedure. Who should be treated with the LV Applicator? Anyone with unwanted leg veins or vascular lesions may be a candidate for treatment with the LV. Removal of vascular lesions and veins with elōsTM technology (laser and radio frequency) is a safe and effective alternative for patients who want non-invasive approach to vascular treatment. LV is the clear choice for patients who do not like needles or who have had adverse reaction to solutions that are injected into the vein during Sclerotherapy. Skin Rejuvenation (SR Applicator)How does skin rejuvenation with elōsTM SR Applicator technology work? The SR uses focused light and bi-polar radio frequency energies to restore skin to a more youthful state. Brown spots (pigmented imperfections) from sun damage and aging, red blotchiness from spider vessels or rosacea (vascular imperfections), and uneven skin texture will improve over a treatment series. What results can one expect from the SR Applicator treatment? Each SR treatment will result in gradual lightening and improvement of pigmented and vascular imperfections. Textural improvements are appreciated towards the end of the treatment series. How frequently does one need SR Applicator treatments? Treatments are repeated every month for a total of 5 treatments. What happens after each SR Applicator treatment? Temporary pinkness in the skin lasts a very short time, and most people return to work or normal activities immediately after treatment. The improvement in pigmented and vascular irregularities can often be appreciated by the time patients return for their next treatment a month later. Brown spots temporarily go darker before they lighten. What is the average number of treatments for SR? Photodamaged skin, erythema from Rosacea, Telangiectasias and pigmented lesions typically require 4- 5 treatment sessions. Some resistant vascular and pigmented lesions may require more than 5 sessions to achieve fading or improvement. Fine lines, pore size and superficial depressed scarring may also show noticeable softening after 4- 5 treatment sessions.treatment time. Is treatment with the SR Applicator safe? Treatment is very safe for the skin. There are many advances in the SR technology that make it unparalleled for skin safety, without compromising effectiveness for treatment. There is no long term health hazards from light or electric energies used in the SR. Both have been used for decades in medicine, surgery, and aesthetics without adversity. How is SR Applicator treatment tolerated by the patient? The sensation is often described as “hot pinch” feeling. The sensation only lasts for fraction of a second, and you may feel warmth or tingling sensation for a short time afterward. Most people tolerate treatment without topical anesthetic, but individuals who are more sensitive may prefer to have the skin numbed before treatment. Who should get SR Applicator treatment for Skin Rejuvenation? Anyone who wants to improve the signs of sun damage and aging in the skin, such as pigmented and vascular irregularities, uneven or rough skin texture. Skin rejuvenation can be done on face, neck, chest, hands, and arms. Acne Treatment (AC Applicator)How does Acne Treatment with elōsTM AC Applicator work? The AC uses a specific spectrum of light that targets the bacteria that actually causes acne. When this bacteria proliferates in clogged pores it can cause bumpy and inflamed acne lesions. The AC combines light and gentle radio-frequency energies to decrease proliferation of acne-causing bacteria, and may also affect the sebaceous gland from over-production of oil and promote healing of the skin after acne break-outs. What results can one expect from the AC Applicator treatment? Over a series of treatments with the AC, most patients notice a faster healing time of existing acne lesions. Frequency and severity of acne lesions should subside as the treatments go on. As well, on-going treatments can help to prevent acne break-outs and promote skin healing after acne break-outs by evening out skin tone and texture. How frequently does one need AC Applicator treatments? Treatments are done twice a week for four-six weeks. Each treatment session takes approximately 15 minutes. After the initial series of treatments, additional treatments may be prescribed spread out over a longer interval time to fine-tune your therapy and help maintain the results. What happens after each AC Applicator treatment? Temporary pinkness in the skin lasts a very short time, and most people return to work or normal activities immediately after treatment. Every patient responds differently but most patients report that they notice improvement as early as three weeks into the treatment series. What is the average number of treatments for AC? Active acne is treated for 8 sessions performed twice weekly, followed by maintenance treatments at bi-weekly intervals. Improvement in acne lesion size may not be noticed until half-way through the initial treatment series (after 2 weeks or 4 sessions). Is treatment with the AC Applicator safe? Treatment is very safe for all skin tones, even very dark skin. There are many advances in the AC technology that make it one of the safest acne treatment systems available. There is no long term health hazards from light or radio-frequency energies used in the AC. Both have been used for decades in medicine, surgery, and aesthetics without adversity. How is AC Applicator treatment tolerated by the patient? The sensation is often described as “hot pinch” feeling. The sensation only lasts for fraction of a second, and you may feel warmth or a tingling sensation for a short time afterward. The cooling tip that touches the skin surface makes the treatment both comfortable and safe. Most patients do not use topical anesthetic to numb the skin for this procedure. Who should get AC Applicator treatment for acne? Anyone who wants an alternative to traditional topical or oral therapies for acne, or who have not responded to traditional acne solutions. Acne on the face, chest, and back are all treatable with the AC. There are a few medical conditions that contraindicate people from treatment. A Word from Mike, the Center DirectorWould you buy a computer that is 10 years old? Then why would you use laser technology that is 10 years old? Continued advances in technology have given rise to a multitude of medical devices with the ability to effectively perform cosmetic procedures without the use of a scalpel. Among these high-tech medical devices are the lasers and IPL's (Intense Pulsed Light). Lasers and IPL's can promote skin rejuvenation (by reducing acne, acne scarring, pigmented and vascular lesions, roscecea, brown spots, red spots, age spots, and sun spots), address skin tightening (face, neck, underarms, love handles, saddle bags, stomach, and thighs), wrinkle reduction and hair removal. But take note! Not all lasers are created equally. The cosmetic lasers and IPL's were invented and patented by the Syneron scientists about 10 years ago. Today, these same scientists developed a breakthrough technology, called elōs (Electro-optical Synergy). This elōs technology combines 2 energy sources, laser (or any other light source) and bipolar radiofrequency (electrical current), which work synergistically. Cosmetic procedures performed with medical devices featuring elōs technology have multiple benefits compared to procedures performed with laser and IPL's only. Conventional lasers can cause some side effects, including pain and burns at the superficial skin level, and have limited results. With elōs technology side effects are limited and there is no down time. But more importantly the results are much longer lasting because two energy sources are applied and more bulk heat is produced at the target area; which in turn stimulates the production of more collagen to fill in wrinkles, tighten and rejuvenate skin or destroy the hair follicle. So next time you go shopping or do some research on non-invasive cosmetic procedures, make sure you get the best! Ask for elōs technology!
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