A new laser is called AviClear has just entered the market as the first and only FDA-cleared energy device for the treatment of mild, moderate and severe acne. “AviClear is revolutionary because it’s a game-changer in how we manage acne,” says Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Arash Moradzadeh, MD.
So what makes this device such an exciting new prospect in the world of aesthetics? Here, Dr. Moradzadeh explains everything you need to know about AviClear, including how it works and who the ideal candidate is.
How does AviClear work?
To understand AviClear, it is important to understand the basis of acne. “Acne forms when the sebaceous glands begin to produce excessive amounts of oil in your skin, clogging your pores with [oil and] dead skin cells, which then harbor bacteria and create inflamed pimples,” says Dr. Moradzadeh. “There are many forms of acne, including hormonal, inflammatory, cystic and comedic.”
AviClear—which is safe for all skin types and ages—targets acne at its source.” It uses a special wavelength that is selective to those sebaceous glands I mentioned earlier,” says Dr. Moradzadeh. “The laser selectively targets the gland and essentially disables those glands. So you’ll get less of that oil production, which will then lead to less clogging and bacterial overgrowth problems.” By doing this, you are treating your acne right at its root.
How many treatments does it take for AviClear to work?
AviClear only requires three 30-minute sessions spaced a month apart over a few months, and no form of pain relief is required. “There’s no downtime and you don’t need numbing cream as the treatments are comfortable,” says Dr Moradzadeh.
After treatment, patients produce less oil and see shorter and fewer acne breakouts. “Most of my patients are happy even after their first treatment,” boasts Dr. Moradzadeh. “But after their second treatment, they are even more satisfied, and after a few months after their third treatment, they really love their results.”
Are there side effects?
Unlike many other acne treatments, no major side effects or adverse effects have been reported. “This basically gives you an option to manage your acne without scary side effects.” says Dr. Moradzadeh.
The bottom line
AviClear is a great choice for those struggling to clear up their acne quickly. Not only is the procedure fairly easy to undergo (there is minimal pain and no downtime!), but the results are also impressive.
In fact, Dr. Moradzadeh reports that clinical studies found that 87% of patients saw their acne clear up by more than 50%. “And now we’re seeing that patients two years after treatment don’t need to have any additional acne treatment,” he says. “The results appear to be long-lasting.”
