Candela Vbeam Perfecta, Platinum, Aesthetica Treatment Guidelines
8502-00-0891 Revision G Candela Proprietary Sheet 6 of 8
3.
Skin Preparation for Treatment
a.
Topical anesthetics may be used prior to laser treatment per manufacturers’ directions.
HOWEVER, the topical anesthetics should be removed from the skin prior to treatment.
b.
Skin must be clean and dry; remove all lotions, perfumes, make-up, deodorant, self
tanners, etc.
c.
Candela does not recommend the use of alcohol to clean the skin prior to treatment.
Rinse the treatment area thoroughly with water after cleaning with soap (or similar mild
cleanser) and water.
d.
Shave hair-bearing areas prior to treatment.
4.
Test Areas
a.
Perform test areas when a concern exists regarding the potential response to treatment.
Select a small area in the anticipated treatment site
Apply a series of 1-3 pulses with several incremental increased fluences.
b.
Evaluate the sites in 2 weeks
c.
Treatment may proceed when the expected treatment response is noted.
B. Procedure for establishing the Purpura – Free Threshold
1. Select spot size, pulse duration, fluence and DCD settings.
2. Apply escalating fluences until purpura appears, then reduce the energy by 0.25-0.50 J/cm
2
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3. Optimum parameters may be achieved by matching pulse duration to vessel size.
Note: Treatment at sub-purpuric fluences may necessitate additional treatments for complete clearance
of vessels on the face.
C.
Laser Treatment Considerations
1. Perform User Verification Tests prior to each treatment session. This test procedure is outlined in
the Operator’s Manual.
2. Position patient comfortably and confirm that the patient and everyone in the treatment room are wearing the
corrective protective eyewear.
3. Always hold the laser handpiece perpendicular to the skin to apply laser energy, otherwise an
uneven application of cryogen and energy may occur, resulting in an adverse skin reaction.
4. The aiming beam and laser beam are dimensionally identical, so the aiming beam can be used to
accurately define the treatment area. The spot will be absolutely circular if the handpiece is held at
the appropriate 90 degree angle.
