Aesthetic Laser
Reliant Technologies introduces the Fraxel SR1500 laser, which provides noninvasive treatment for skin conditions, such as sun damage, acne scarring, melasmas, periorbital wrinkles, and age spots. The Fraxel laser penetrates fractions of the skin, spot by spot, without breaking the skin’s protective outer barrier. With its Optical Zoom hand-control system, the laser penetrates up to 1.0 mm below the skin surface with precise dosage control. Deeper penetration provides natural generation of new collagen. The Fraxel SR1500 laser features a new operating system with an upgradeable platform that provides real-time measurement data and does not require calculations, graphs, or tables. The software engine is driven by an algorithm that allows the physician to optimize or focus on specific areas of repair, while controlling the collimated depth of penetration.

For more information, contact Reliant Technologies, 464 Ellis St, Mountain View, CA 94043; (888) 4FRAXEL; www.reliant-tech.com.


Eye Cream
Teamine Eye Complex, an eye cream that treats dark circles, reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and puffiness; and hydrates the thin tissue that surrounds the eyes. Teamine moisturizes dry, flaky skin and calms and soothes irritated skin. It is safe to use after laser treatments, filler injections, and peels, and it provides antioxidant protection against environmental damage.

For additional information, contact Revision Skincare, 9019 Premier Row, Dallas, TX 75247; (800) 385-6652; www.revisionskincare.com.


Microdermabrasion System
Edge Systems introduces the HydraFacial™ Wave, a compact tabletop unit that performs noninvasive HydraFacial treatments and hydrating skin resurfacing with the option of diamond crystal-free microdermabrasion. HydraFacial treatments are effective on all skin types. They exfoliate dead skin cells and extract impurities with a vacuum-based skin-abrasion tip, while simultaneously bathing the healthy underlying skin with specially developed active serums that cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate, and provide residual antioxidant protection.

For more information, contact Edge Systems Corp, 2277 Redondo Ave, Signal Hill, CA 90755; (800) 603-4996; www.edgesystem.net.


Mineral Makeup
glominerals introduces four additions to its makeup line. gloFace Primer fills in fine lines and creates a smooth, even surface to apply foundation. gloHighlighter (pictured) is a pink luminizer that is applied to the cheeks and temples to brighten a complexion. gloBody Bronzer is a lotion that can be used to enhance a natural tan. gloShimmer Brick accentuates the complexion. glominerals products combine UV-protection ingredients, high-pigment minerals, and antioxidants to correct and protect the skin.

For additional information, contact Caleel + Hayden, 600 W Bayaud, Denver, CO 80223; (800) 903-4321; www.caleelhayden.com.


Intense Pulsed-Light System
The Quadra Q4 intense pulsed-light system by DermaMed USA is approved by the FDA for the removal of benign pigmented and vascular lesions, permanent hair reduction, and acne treatment. The Quadra Q4 system uses patented low-voltage technology to allow the spectral output to remain within the visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum, eliminating IR radiation. This low-voltage advantage maximizes absorption levels and the depth of penetration to melanin, hemoglobin, and hair. The unit features a square pulse design without wavelength shift that ensures that the system’s spectral output remains constant throughout the entire pulse.

For more information, contact DermaMed USA Inc, 394 Parkmount Rd, Lenni, PA 19052-0198; (888) 789-6342; www.DermaMedUSA.com.


Sacral Wound Dressing
3M introduces the sacral shape to the 3M Tegaderm™ Absorbent clear acrylic dressing line of wound care products. The sacral-shape dressing, developed for difficult sacral wounds, allows sacral-site wound monitoring and provides the absorbency necessary for fluid management. The absorbent layer provides a moist wound environment that promotes autolytic wound debridement. The dressing is made from a breathable transparent dressing film top layer and a perforated moist skin adhesive bottom layer that “sandwich” a proprietary acrylic polymer. Wound fluid is absorbed through the bottom layer into the acrylic pad, with moisture-vapor transmission through the outer layer. The triple-layer construction forms a barrier to contaminants such as fluids, bacteria, and viruses.

For more information, contact 3M, 3M Center, St Paul, MN 55144-1000; (800) 228-3957; www.3M.com.


Fat-Harvesting System
Genesis Biosystems offers the LipiVage™ Fat Harvest, Wash & Transfer System, a patent-pending disposable medical device that makes fat-transfer procedures simple for the physician and his or her staff. Centrifuging, decanting, or exposing fat cells is unnecessary. The device harvests autologous fat cells at a low vacuum level, making it gentler than other methods. Fat cells collect in the harvester, a sterile filtration chamber enclosed within the LipiVage device. Once inside, the fat is gently cleaned and concentrated by the filter under low vacuum. Unwanted fluids pass through the fat and filter, and out into an attached waste canister. The fat cells are immediately ready for reinjection.

For additional information, contact Genesis Biosystems, 405 State Hwy 121 Bypass, Suite D-120, Lewisville, TX 75067; (888) 577-7335; www.genesisbiosystems.com.


Eye Mask
The Swiss Therapy Mask by Invotec International is a lightweight, moist (but not wet) eye-cooling system. The mask applies minimum pressure to maintain skin contact, and cools by skin contact and evaporation. It is available in three sizes: eye mask, therapy-sheet size 100x 100 x 3.3 mm, and therapy-sheet size 260 x 120 x 3.3 mm. The mask may be used after blepharoplasty, laser resurfacing, rhinoplasty, and dermabrasion procedures.

For additional information, contact Invotec International Inc, 6833 Phillips Industrial Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32256; (800) 998-8580; www.invotec.net.


Practice Software
Practice 2007 by NexTech Systems is fully integrated practice-management, marketing, and medical-records software designed for plastic surgeons. Practice 2007, developed through close work with a client base of 1,500 plastic surgeons, is a comprehensive, modular software package for prospect tracking, scheduling, financial reporting, marketing, inventory, custom forms, electronic billing, and electronic medical records.

For additional information, contact NexTech Systems Inc, 5654 Marquesas Circle, Sarasota, FL 34233; (800) 490-0821; www.nextech.com.


Financing Program
CareCredit, a patient-financing program, offers Split Payment Processing. For practices that contract with multiple providers, such as anesthesiologists and surgical facilities, this option enables patients to finance the entire cosmetic surgery cost. CareCredit then distributes immediate payment to practices and their contracted providers—at no additional cost. Providers no longer have to pay merchant fees for anesthesiology and the surgical facility. CareCredit is endorsed by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

For additional information, contact CareCredit Inc, PO Box 1710, Costa Mesa, CA 92628-1710; (866) 247-3049; www.carecredit.com.


Marketing Service
Candace Crowe Design, a marketing service for plastic surgeons, provides marketing pieces that can convey practice information, promote upcoming seminars, and create awareness about physicians’ services. Using standardized layouts, practice personnel can quickly and easily submit ads to newspapers and magazines, display posters, and send personalized postcards and note cards to patients.

For additional information, contact Candace Crowe Design, 3452 Lake Lynda Dr, Suite 160, Orlando, FL 32817; (407) 384-7676; www.candacecrowe.com.


Scar-Management Sheets
Bio Med Sciences offers Oleeva® Scar Shapes, pieces of self-adhesive silicone sheeting designed for the management of scars following breast or abdominal surgery procedures. Breast forms come as two separate pieces, ensuring proper placement and full coverage for all breast sizes. AP-Curves are designed for abdominoplasty patients and are ideal for use under surgical garments or ordinary clothing. Scar Shapes contain no messy gels or pastes. The outer surface is covered with a silky fabric for optimal comfort. The inside is made from Silon, used around the world for treating burn scars.

For morel information, contact Bio Med Sciences Inc, 7584 Morris Court, Suite 218, Allentown, PA 18106; (800) 25-SILON; www.silon.com.


Cancer Research Support
Universal Companies has joined hands with Intrinsics® single-use essentials to fight breast cancer by introducing the Pink Glove. Beginning in September, spa professionals will replace their hygienic vinyl gloves with the Pink Glove to support breast cancer research. From the sale of each box of 100 gloves, $5.50 will be donated to City of Hope, a biomedical research and treatment center and hospital for cancer and other life-threatening diseases located in Duarte, Calif. The Pink Glove is lightly powdered and is available in small and medium sizes.

For more information, contact Universal Companies, 18260 Oak Park Dr, Abingdon, VA 24210; (800) 558-5571; www.UniversalCompanies.com.


Emergency Power System
The Reassurance™ system by Medi-Products protects against unexpected power failures during ambulatory surgery procedures. The system allows physicians to obtain the required 90 to 120 minutes of backup, provides instant automatic power transfer, and powers many plug-in devices simultaneously. Large, custom systems—as well as a variety of options, including a supplementary battery monitor—are included.

For additional information, contact Medi-Products, 30 Nurney St, Stamford, CT 06902; (800) 765-3237.


Postprocedure Cream
For soothing relief after aesthetic plastic surgery, try Calendula Cream by Boiron. Calendula Cream is a homeopathic treatment that is available in gel, ointment, and lotion formulas. The gel is water-based, nongreasy, nonsticky, and quickly absorbed; and it penetrates the deep layers of the skin, promoting the healing of minor burns, cuts, rashes, and irritations. The ointment protects and moisturizes the wound. The water-based lotion immediately refreshes, soothes, and moisturizes burned skin, as well as other areas of the hands and body.

For additional information, contact Boiron, 6 Campus Blvd, Building A, Newtown Square, PA 19073; (610) 325-7464; www.boiron.com.