Skin treatment device

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2005-08-30

2009-02-24

Gibson, Roy D (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S098000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07494492

ABSTRACT:
A compact hand held device is provided that can be safely used by those suffering from acne, blemished skin or fine wrinkles. The hand held device includes an on/off switch and a button that pulses the device when it is placed on the target site. A battery within the device powers a circuit board and drives a short pulse of current through a heating element, which heats up to approximately 300° C. in less than 0.1 sec. Thermal conduction transfers the heat to the skin and causes a biological response that accelerates acne clearing, treats blemished skin or fine wrinkles. The total heat transferred is low enough to prevent burns. Application of acne treatment creams and gels further accelerates treatment

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