Candela AlexTriVantage, Operator'S Manual

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8501-00-1800, Revision 05 Confidential C-1
Appendix C:
Candela Corporation AlexTriVantage Laser System
Post-Treatment Care
I
General
The treated area should be cared for delicately until healing is complete. Care should be
taken to prevent trauma to the treated area for the first 4 to 7 days following treatment.
An antibacterial ointment may be applied to the treated area immediately following treatment
and a gauze bandage placed over it. The use of ointment and a bandage for the first 4 to 7
days may be beneficial. For epidermal lesions where the tissue is not disrupted, a mild
moisturizer may be applied following 1 to 2 days of antibiotic ointment treatment.
The use of sunblock (#15 or greater) on a regular basis may also prove helpful.
Makeup
The use of makeup during the first 7-10 days after treatment is not recommended. The
removal of makeup can disrupt the skin increasing the chance for infection.
Other Recommendations
Following treatment, excessive perspiration to the treated area may cause tissue disruption.
Physical exercise (aerobics, lawn mowing, sports activities) should be discontinued for 1 to 2
days to reduce the risk of infection.
The patient should not participate in any rough physical activities (playing football or ice
hockey, etc.) for 10 days after treatment.
If the patient is likely to expose the treatment area to dirt, it is recommended that the treated
area be covered by a dressing.