 Westwood Clinic is now offering the newest in state-of-the-art skin care systems, the Affirm. This advanced laser system, which is offered exclusively at Westwood Clinic Care centers in Los Angeles, provides treatments for skin (microthermal) rejuvenation, wrinkle reduction, scars, pigmented lesions, and age-related skin conditions. Affirm reduces the effects of time on the skin, uncovering more youthful, healthy skin.
Affirm is the first microthermal-rejuvenation system that includes patent-pending mid-infrared Combined Apex Pulse (CAP) laser technology and Xenon Pulsed Light (XPL) technology in one system. CAP technology stimulates collagen production throughout the entire treatment area. Through precise thermal manipulation of the epidermal and dermal tissue, it remodels collagen through the papillary dermis to promote collagen production and skin tightening.
 Clinical Studies have proven that the Affirm is less painful, takes less time, is less costly and is safer than the Fraxel treatment for the removal of wrinkles and scars.
The Photofacial portion of the system effectively eradicates dyschromia, a common condition associated with aging skin. The Photofacial provides enhanced outcomes by targeting superficial pigment, veins and the blush of rosacea associated with sun-damaged skin. This revolutionary technology makes treatments easier, faster and more effective than other similar protocols.
Treatment does not require the use of messy gels or lotions thereby increasing patient throughput. When combined with the SmartCool air cooling system, the treatment is virtually painless.
The Affirm Anti-Aging Workstation reduces wrinkles, treats scars and improves overall skin texture, pigmentation and redness, as well as coagulates tissue resulting in tighter skin. Affirm incorporates our MultiPlex™ technology with our Combined Apex Pulsesm (CAP) technology—the industry's fastest laser-based energy source—and Xenon Pulsed Light (XPL) technology into one compact workstation.
The result? A complete skin rejuvenation solution that provides better and faster results with less pain than any other available product.
A Complete Treatment—In a Fraction of the Time
From pre-treatment preparation through post-treatment outcomes, the Affirm dramatically improves all aspects of the anti-aging application for both you and your clients by leveraging Cynosure's exclusive CAP, MultiPlex and XPL technologies.
A comprehensive solution.
By uniquely combining three leading-edge technologies, the Affirm offers you a total skin rejuvenation system that targets all layers of photodamaged and aged skin. Using 1440-nm CAP technology, the Affirm targets superficial layers of photodamaged tissue. Our state-of-the-art XPL technology enhances clinical outcomes associated with the treatment of redness and pigmentation. And Affirm's newest feature—the 1320-nm MultiPlex technology—targets deep layers of collagen structures for skin laxity and tightening.
Superior technology.
Unlike competitive technologies—which, by providing only one level of heat intensity, fail to optimize collagen production—CAP technology is a specialized optical lens array that redistributes laser energy into varied levels of heat intensities to simultaneously stimulate and remodel collagen. Since lower energy levels can be delivered to the skin without compromising effectiveness, client discomfort is significantly decreased while the healing process is rapidly accelerated.
Efficacious results.
MultiPlex technology enables the sequential emission of two wavelengths in one pulse from the same delivery system. Since lower individual energy levels can now be used during treatments, discomfort is minimized and recovery is accelerated—for faster, more effective results compared to single-wavelength technologies.
Treatments that are 400% faster.
By delivering approximately 1,000 diffractive micro-pulses in a 10-mm spot, CAP technology provides greater pattern density and requires fewer passes over a given area than competitive offerings—resulting in significantly faster treatment sessions. The absence of pre-treatment topical dyes also results in faster sessions. This translates into less pain for your clients—and greater client throughput and revenue opportunities for you.
Less costly consumables.
The laser energy employed by CAP technology is delivered via a highly durable tip that can treat an average of ten clients—providing longer instrument life—for reduced equipment expenses.
Ease-of-use.
With its lightweight, integrated design, the Affirm can be operated by a single person. In addition, its easy-to-use hand piece allows you to safely treat small areas such as periocular regions.
How It Works
The following video and FAQs bring the Affirm and its many anti-aging treatments into clearer focus. In the video, you'll see procedures, hear from doctors and view demonstrations of the science behind this exciting technology.
Treatment Photos
Press Coverage
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QUESTIONS and ANSWERS
What is the Affirm laser?
Affirm is a laser used to treat damaged and aging skin by harmlessly penetrating the outer layer of skin, but only selectively targeting the bad skin. This method protects the skin from enduring too much damage at once and eliminates much of the downtime associated with CO2 or erbium laser resurfacing treatment.
Is it FDA-approved?
The Affirm Laser has received FDA clearances for skin resurfacing procedures; the photocoagulation of pigmented lesions, such as lentigos (age spots), solar lentigos (sun spots) and dyschromia; treatment of periorbital wrinkles and for dermatological conditions requiring the coagulation of soft tissue. It is also approved for the treatment of scars and wrinkles.
What are the benefits of the Affirm Laser treatment?
This treatment eliminates old epidermal pigmented cells. It also penetrates deeply into the dermis.
What conditions can be treated with the Affirm technology?
Wrinkles, poor texture, large pores, sun spots, brown spots, scars, melasma, and uneven pigmentation can be treated successfully with the Affirm laser. Optimal improvement is usually visible in about two to three months.
How many treatments will I need?
The greatest benefit is achieved with 4 treatments,
What happens before treatment?
Your skin will be cleansed thoroughly and there is no need for a topical anesthetic. The procedure is relatively painless, and takes about 15 minutes to conduct. It is safe for all skin types.
What are the side effects after treatment?
Side effects are minimal and usually limited to a sunburn-like redness which disappears in about 24 hours. Within 24 hours, new epidermal skin will develop and your skin will have a bronze appearance which can last from three days up to two weeks depending on what level of treatment you have received. As the new epidermal tissue replaces the damaged tissue, your skin will flake off. Moisturizer can counteract some of the flaking effect.
When can I go back to work?
Typically patients find they can go back to work soon after treatment or the next day.
Can I wear makeup or shave right away?
You may apply make-up or shave soon after treatment.
What can I do to protect my new skin?
Absolutely be sure to wear SPF 30-plus sunscreen and apply twice a day. You must completely avoid the sun and take extra care to protect your skin from more damage. |
