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Treatment Tips (continued)
• Three different patterns can be used for different treatment effects:
CLINICAL APPLICATION
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Depth of Abrasion
Linear Pattern
Used at the beginning of treatment to remove the
upper layers of the epidermis. It is used in one direc-
tion, then the opposite direction to work on wrinkles,
skin folds, superficial scars and stretch marks.
Circular Pattern
This is used for hyper-pigmented areas.
Square Pattern
This can be used for large areas with uneven skin
texture, enlarged pores, superficial acne scars,
blackheads and comedones.
• Proceed with planned treatment on patient and application of post procedure skin care products.
Shutting Off Crystal Flow and Removal of Excessive Abrading Material
• Once you have completed your patients treatment, or even part of a treated area, and you wish to remove any excess abrading
material left on the skin, you can quickly and easily switch to vacuum only by pulling the tubing off the Crystal Port to shut off
all crystal flow (leaving tube attached to the waste crystal port).
• Place the nozzle against patient’s skin to vacuum up excessive abrading material (Any abrading material left in the supply line
will be sucked out within seconds of pulling the tubing off the Crystal Port and placing the nozzle against the skin).
Post Treatment Recommendations
Some patients may experience a minor temporary reddening of the skin similar to a mild sunburn or windburn. Hydration should be
maintained externally and internally.
Patients should be instructed to:
• Apply moisturizer and sunscreen several times a day post procedure.
• Drink plenty of water daily.
• Avoid swimming in chlorinated water the day of treatment.
• Avoid tanning for at least one week after treatment.
• Avoid waxing, electrolysis and loofahs in the treated area for two weeks post treatment.
• Avoid exfoliating products such as salicylic acid, alpha hydroxy acid (glycolic acid) and retinoic acids (such as Retin-A)
for three weeks.
• Exercise extreme care when washing newly treated skin. Use only mild cleanser and never pick, scratch or peel the treated area.
Doing so could result in scarring.
• Apply hydrocortisone lotion to treated area if experiencing itching, burning or sensation of mild sunburn or windburn.
• If the patient is having a treatment series, the next treatment appointment should be between 7 to 10 days. For maintenance treat
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ments, the next treatment should be in 4 to 6 weeks.
