Smoothbeam Press Release
Candela Announces FDA Clearance of Breakthrough Laser Treatment for
Acne; Industry’s First Approved Laser for Facial Acne Gives Millions
of Acne Sufferers Hope
WAYLAND, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov. 24, 2003–Candela Corporation
(NASDAQ: CLZR) announced today that it has received expanded
clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to market
its Smoothbeam(TM) diode laser for the non-invasive treatment of acne
adding to the previously approved treatments of back acne, acne scars
and wrinkles.
Gerard E. Puorro, Candela’s President and Chief Executive Officer,
said, "Patients, who have experienced physical and social trauma from
acne, especially facial acne, can now receive safe and effective, non-
invasive treatment from Smoothbeam during a few visits to their
physician’s office and without taking prescribed medications."
Acne affects roughly 80 percent of the population worldwide in some
form, is the most commonly diagnosed skin disorder in the U.S. and is
the #1 reason why patients visit a dermatologist. Acne can have a
crippling effect on a patient’s self esteem and is often a source of
anxiety, low self-confidence and even depression.
Acne is caused by an enlargement of the sebaceous follicles, which
contain oil-producing sebaceous glands, the root cause of acne. A
serious skin disorder, acne often goes untreated resulting in pain,
debilitating scar formations and skin damage. For years, traditional
oral and topical acne treatments haven’t treated the direct source of
acne - overactive, oil producing sebaceous glands. Frustrated
patients have long been searching for alternatives to the traditional
acne treatment methods, which have been known to cause side effects.
Now, the Smoothbeam laser offers a long-term solution by directly
altering the structure and function of the sebaceous glands, which
drastically reduces acne lesions without significant side effects.
Tina S. Alster M.D., Director, Washington Institute of Dermatologic
Laser Surgery and a world-renowned lecturer on cosmetic laser
surgery, was one of the first physicians to use this breakthrough
treatment. "After a series of treatments with Smoothbeam, patients
experienced dramatic improvement in the reduction of acne lesions,"
said Dr. Alster. "I found it to be a safe and cost-effective
treatment that dramatically changed the patients’ lives for the
better."
"I couldn’t believe the difference after using Smoothbeam - not only
me, but my family and everyone noticed," said Stella Petrakis, a
Smoothbeam patient from New York City. "I don’t wear makeup anymore,
no more cover up. I don’t have to use it," continued Petrakis. "I’m
very, very happy with the results. Excellent - I recommend it to
anyone."
About Smoothbeam:
Smoothbeam creates a mild thermal injury just below the skin’s
surface, which alters the structure of the sebaceous glands, the root
cause of acne. This allows for effective, long-lasting acne
clearance. Smoothbeam emits a wavelength of light that is strongly
absorbed by water in the skin. As the laser penetrates into the skin,
heat is generated in and around the sebaceous glands in the upper
layers of the skin. The integrated dynamic cooling device (DCD(TM))
also emits a cooling spray, which allows preservation of the skin,
thus minimizing treatment side effects. For more information about
this treatment and how to locate a physician, call: 1-800-733-8550,
ext 444.
December 11th, 2004 at 9:05 pm
Has anyone on the list tried this? I totally want to!
It is expensive, though.