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December 1, 2021

A Comprehensive Guide to Address Your Patients' Acne Concerns

Acne affects up to 50 million Americans annually, making it   the most common skin condition in the United States , and s tudies have shown that 40-55% of adults aged 20 to 40   experience some form of acne .   Over-the-counter topical products for treating acne are big business, with the country   spending over $400 million on them annually . That s   a lot , considering most of those products only address the symptoms of acne, and won t   clear   up the problem for good. If your patients are suffering from blemishes, inflammation, and the scarring that acne can lead to, offer them an effective, long-term solution instead.    

Treating Acne  with  Venus Versa ™  

Venus Versa   performs the most in-demand   aesthetic procedures   popular with patients today. With one workstation, you can carry out non-invasive treatments such as   photorejuvenation / photofacial , acne treatment , hair removal , skin resurfacing , body contouring , cellulite reduction , skin tightening , and wrinkle reduction . The versatility of the device allows you to make the most of your space, while tailoring your offerings to what patients in your area are looking for.   The AC Dual applicator uses I ntense   P ulsed   L ight   to simultaneously address both the cause and visible symptoms of acne , as well as   several   other features for the best patient outcomes.

The AC Dual applicator   uses   innovative   SmartPulse   technology to ensure precise and consistent energy delivery through advanced pulse optimization , delivering p ulses of broad-spectrum light   optimized   for   absor ption   by target chromophores and transformed into therapeutic heat .   For   the   dual-light acne treatment, blue light targets the porphyrin produced by Propionibacterium Acnes bacteria, leading to destruction of the bacteria, while the longer wavelength of   red light   controls inflammation and promotes faster healing . Meanwhile, a r eal-time cooling system   monitors   the light guide temperature 1,000 times a second for unparalleled patient safety and comfort .  

According to a 2016 study, a fifth of those who develop acne will eventually experience acne scarring (upwards of 50 million Americans annually). Unfortunately, this study also makes mention that those with acne scarring were less likely to be found attractive. The good news is that there are options to treating both existing acne and scarring that may develop afterward. 

Treating Acne Scars  with  Venus Viva ™   MD  

Ve nus Viva   MD   is a highly customizable   tabletop   device that delivers exceptional results with low downtime and is safe for all s hades of skin . U sing   NanoFractional   Radio Frequency (RF) with   SmartScan   technology, Venus Viva   MD is a fractional resurfacing system that allows   customized   control of ablation and coagulation for enhanced efficacy in resolving mild to severe skin damage.   Designed with patient satisfaction in mind, it s a n ideal choice for clinicians who are looking for a flexible, powerful skin resurfacing device with a high return on investment. For the treatment of acne scars, Venus Viva   MD has proven to be a safe, effective modality for   Fitzpatrick skin types I VI .  

In a study conducted by Stephen W Eubanks, MD, and James A. Solomon, MD, PhD, subjects aged 22-71   received a series of three treatments to the full face, each 4 weeks apart . The study concluded that fractional radio skin resurfacing with Venus Viva   MD   produced a statistically significant improvement in acne scarring when assessed by independent blinded evaluators. No serious adverse events resulted from treatment by either applicator tip. Treatment pain was low and tolerable among subjects of all Fitzpatrick skin types. Subjects had   high levels   of satisfaction with the results.   ( Click here to read the study in full , and to see before-and-after photos of subject's results.)  

The device has two features that make it especially invaluable for treating acne scars.   The Venus Viva   MD applicator   is easy and ergonomic to use, making skin resurfacing procedures a breeze for you and your staff, as well as your patients. It also comes with   two tip options,   an   80 pin   tip   and   the   160 pin   tip , to make treatments even more   customiz able.   Both tips resurface   the skin using ablation and coagulation,   improving the appearance of   mild to   severe skin conditions.   The   DiamondPolar   applicator uses a combination of Multi-Polar Radio   Frequency (RF) and Pulsed Electro Magnetic Fields   (PEMF)   via our patented (MP) 2 technology.   The unique electrode placement of the   DiamondPolar   applicator allows for treatment around the eyes, along the   jowls, and other smaller areas   that are difficult to treat with less agile applicator models.  

Venus Concept   offers the best technology to deal with today s top aesthetic concerns, and our   industry-unique business model is designed to increase the success of your business   and help you give your patients what they need .   Bring our acne solutions to your clinic today.  

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