Technology
Micro Lens Technology
An innovative micro lens precisely breaks a powerful laser beam into a mosaic pattern of about 1000 focal points. The resulting precise pattern of microthermal (heat) injury rejuvenates the epidermis and outer dermis, and stimulates collagen.
A close-up of treated skin shows the microscopic mosaic pattern of the laser. Depressions represent areas of high energy focal points. These focal points induce remodeling of collagen while the lower energy areas in between promote rapid healing and stimulating collagen production.
Improvements in the skin complexion, including texture, pore size, and pigmentation often noted after the first treatment. With additional treatments, a collagen stimulation response (remodeling and new collagen synthesis) evolves over time and is typically associated with improvements in overall skin tone as well as softening of preexisting scars. Remarkably, improvements may continue to evolve even months after the last treatment.
Why the Affirm's 1440 nm Wavelength is an Advantage Over Other Lasers
In 18 year old skin, notice the indentation pattern of the outer epithelium layer, its dark purple staining, and the rich collagen network immediately beneath in the outer dermis layer.
In 50 year old skin, notice the loss of indentations and lighter purple staining of the epithelium and paleness of the red in the dermis indicating atrophy and loss of collagen support in the outer dermis.
Notice the precise controlled pattern of injury which limits the depth to the area most affected by aging and deliberate sparing in between to allow rapid healing. Also note that unlike the deeper penetrating 1540 nm lasers (like Fraxel®), the Affirm's microscopic thermal injury pattern is localized only to the area that needs it, the epidermal-dermal junction.
Note that a 1540 nm laser like the Fraxel® penetrates deeper producing greater and deeper injuries into the dermis where there is a higher concentration of nerve fibers. The larger and deeper tissue injury also requires longer healing, which translates into longer down time.
