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US 9,867,996 B2Granted
Methods and systems for skin treatment
AssigneeBTL Holdings Limited
InventorsJan Zarsky, Tomá{umlaut over (s)} Schwarz
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Abstract
Systems and methods are provided for focused remodeling and downsizing the volume of subcutaneous lipid-rich cells, body contouring, and tightening skin tissue, using controlled heating of the targeted areas on the body. Electromagnetic energy heats skin layers or tissues to achieve an aesthetic effect. The electromagnetic energy may be applied via an applicator without touching the skin. A spacer of insulating or dielectric material may be provided between the applicator and the skin.
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A method for treating a patient, comprising:
- providing a high frequency generator, a transmatch, and an applicator including at least one capacitive electrode, the applicator having a surface area of at least 15 cm2;
- processing a signal from the high frequency generator via the transmatch;
- providing the processed signal to the applicator;
- positioning the applicator adjacent to skin of the patient, with the capacitive electrode separated from the skin of the patient by a spacer;
- transmitting radio frequency waves from the applicator through the skin of the patient;
- cooling of the skin of the patient using a stream of chilled air or room temperature air provided between the applicator and the skin of the patient;
- and
- heating a tissue of the patient and maintaining the tissue of the patient at 32-45° C. via the radio frequency waves.
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A method for treating a patient, comprising:
- providing a high frequency generator, a transmatch, and an applicator including at least one capacitive electrode, the applicator having a surface area of at least 15 cm2;
- processing a signal from the high frequency generator via the transmatch;
- providing the processed signal to the applicator;
- positioning the applicator adjacent to skin of the patient, with the capacitive electrode separated from the skin of the patient by a spacer;
- transmitting radio frequency waves from the applicator through the skin of the patient;
- moving air between the applicator and the skin by vacuum;
- and
- heating a tissue of the patient and maintaining the tissue of the patient at 32-45° C. via the radio frequency waves.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.