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C&B uses much less energy than a Fraxel laser.The results are "non ablative" with very little downtime.I like to call the C&B treatment a laser facial!Dr. Anna Sylwestrowicz MD, FRCP(C)Victoria, BC
Clear + Brilliant utilizes a 1440nm laser that is non-ablative. This means that it does not remove skin, but causes thermal damage with minimal downtime. There is a newer 1927nm that provides similar superfiicial effects.Profractional utilizes a 2940nm laser that causes vaporization of the skin. This can be adjusted from superficial to deep, but invariably causes ablation at the surface. Patients can experience significant downtime, with persistent redness and even pain with deeper treatments.The similarity is in the fractionated method that the two devices use to deliver their energy. This leaves healthy tissue behind to aid in healing.
CLEAR & BRILLIANT and the PERMEA is a revolutionary, gentle laser skin care treatment, clinically proven to fight the effects of aging skin. The laser is a safe, non-surgical option with little-to-no downtime after treatments. Skin tone and texture is noticeably improved after each treatment...
Even though C&B is a very gentle laser I would recommend avoiding it if you are susceptible to hyperpigmentation. If you wish to try it, I recommend you pretreat for 1 month with 15% Vitamin C serum or a hydroquinone containing cream. Dr. Anna Sylwestrowicz MD, FRCP(C) Victoria, BC
Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...
Hi! Thank you for your question. A gentle, hydrating facial like a dewy skin facial with an LDM machine is generally fine to have a couple of days before your Clear + Brilliant treatment. Since it’s not an aggressive or exfoliating procedure, it shouldn’t interfere with the laser. Just make sur...
Hi Beatrice, That’s a very thoughtful and important question — I’m glad you asked before moving forward. The Clear + Brilliant laser, including both the Original and Permea versions, is considered a non-ablative fractional laser, meaning it works gently on the surface and within the upper layer...
Moxi and Clear + Brilliant Permea are both non-ablative fractional lasers utilizing a 1927 nm thulium wavelength, but they differ in their applications and capabilities. Moxi, developed by Sciton, offers a range of customizable settings, allowing for treatments that vary from superficial to...
