A method for fractional tissue treatment includes using a first energy source to heat a skin treatment zone to a sub-necrotic temperature level, and using a second energy source to apply fractional energy to the skin treatment zone to create a matrix of ablation and/or coagulation micro-zones.
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A method for thermal fat destruction and tightening includes delivering RF energy into adipose tissue under a skin surface to create thermal damage of fat, to cause an alteration of the overlying soft tissue contour and to heat connective tissue to cause collagen contraction. The method includes cannula movement and pulsed RF energy delivery to create a matrix of isolated coagulation zones inside the tissue.
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Medical and aesthetic apparatus for permanent hair removal, namely, for the cosmetic treatment of hair Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, cosmetic body care and hair removal services; cosmetic medical treatment and spa services, namely, cosmetic body care and hair removal services; hair removal services, namely, permanent hair removal; medical aesthetic non-invasive services, namely, cosmetic body care and hair removal services
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RF FRACTIONAL DEVICE WITH UNIFORM EFFECT AROUND THE CONDUCTIVE ELEMENTS
A method for tissue fractional coagulation includes applying a tip of a radio-frequency (RF) device to a treated tissue. The RF device includes a plurality of needles having electrically conductive tips, and the needles are deployed into the treated tissue. A moving mechanism moves the needles so that the tip of each of the needles protrudes distally through spaces in the distal end of the RF device into the treated tissue at least to one depth. An RF voltage is applied between the electrically conductive tips, which are at the one depth, and a return electrode is applied to the skin surface. The needles are retracted out of the treated tissue after RF energy is applied at the at least one depth. The skin surface temperature is reduced using a pre-cooled surface of the device which is in contact with the treated tissue.
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This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a treatment tip that comprises both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. As the treatment tip contacts the epithelial mucosa, the tip cools the mucosa by contact, and delivers energy through the epithelium to the underlying tissue, thereby creating a reverse thermal gradient. The effect of the applied heat is to remodel genital tissue by tightening it. Such remodeling may include a tighter vagina and a tighter introitus. The tightening may be a consequence of thermal denaturation of collagen as well as a longer term healing response in the tissue that includes an increased deposition of collagen.
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Minimal invasive surgical cosmetic equipment, applicators and instruments for body and face tightening, contouring and skin contraction. Medical and aesthetic treatment services; cosmetic medical treatment services; minimal invasive surgical cosmetic treatment services; body and face tightening treatment services, namely, radio frequency (RF) skin tightening services, cosmetic surgery services; body and face contouring treatment services and skin contraction treatment services, namely, radio frequency (RF) skin tightening services, cosmetic surgery services
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(1) Needles for medical purposes; operating tables; radiotherapy apparatus
(2) Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general aesthetics procedures; medical apparatus and instruments for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general body aesthetics procedures; surgical apparatus and instruments; body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general body aesthetics procedures; Minimal invasive and non-invasive medical surgical cosmetic equipment, medical applicators and medical instruments for body tightening, contouring and skin contraction (1) Beautician services; beauty salons; medical clinic services; plastic surgery
(2) Medical aesthetic treatment services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body, facial and skin care; cosmetic consultant services, namely, cosmetic body, facial and skin care services, skin renewal treatment services, body contouring treatment services, face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services; cosmetic consultant services, namely, cosmetic skincare, face and body services; health care; health centers; health spa services, namely, cosmetic body and skin care services
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(1) Vaginal dilators
(2) Medical workstation comprised of medical apparatus for feminine vaginal hygiene, feminine vaginal aesthetics, vaginal contraction, genital thermal tissue remodeling and vaginal fractional coagulation, and comprised of computer hardware and embedded computer operating software for operating the medical apparatus; Medical apparatus and medical applicators being medical handpieces for feminine vaginal hygiene, feminine vaginal aesthetic procedures, vaginal contraction, genital thermal tissue remodeling and vaginal fractional coagulation (1) Medical aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body care services; feminine hygiene treatment services, vaginal health treatment services, vaginal contraction treatment services and vaginal dilators treatment services, medical aesthetic non-invasive services
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general aesthetics procedures; operating tables; medical apparatus and instruments for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general body aesthetics procedures; surgical apparatus and instruments for body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general body aesthetics procedures; Minimal invasive and non-invasive medical surgical cosmetic equipment, medical applicators and medical instruments for body tightening, contouring and skin contraction; needles for medical purposes; radiotherapy apparatus Medical aesthetic treatment services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body, facial and skin care; cosmetic consultant services, namely, cosmetic body, facial and skin care services, skin renewal treatment services, body contouring treatment services, face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services; cosmetic consultant services, namely, cosmetic skincare, face care and body care services; plastic surgery; medical clinic services; health care; health center services; health spa services, namely, cosmetic body and skin care services; body contouring procedures, namely, Lipolysis services; facial rejuvenation procedures, namely, radio frequency (RF) skin rejuvenation services, and other energy-base general body aesthetics procedures, namely, cosmetic skin care services
Methods for treating urinary stress incontinence by non-invasively delivering energy to one or more submucosal regions of vaginal tissue to induce remodeling within the vaginal tissue are provided. In some embodiments, the energy delivery results in heating of the target tissue to a temperature that ranges from about 38° C. to about 46° C. In some embodiments, the subject methods involve cooling a mucosal epithelial layer over the vaginal tissue. In some embodiments, a reverse thermal gradient is produced as the mucosal epithelium is cooled while energy is delivered to the underlying vaginal tissue.
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Minimal invasive surgical cosmetic apparatus in the nature of surgical applicators and instruments for body tightening, contouring and skin contraction Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, medical treatment services, aesthetician services; cosmetic medical treatment services, namely, cosmetic surgery services; minimal invasive surgical cosmetic treatment services; body tightening treatment services being body care services; body contouring treatment services being body care services; skin contraction treatment services being body care services
An intense pulse light (IPL) device includes a flash lamp and a light guide for guiding light from the flash lamp to an area to be treated. The flash lamp includes an anode electrode and a cathode electrode, and an envelope defining a cavity. A reflector reflects light from the flash lamp to the area to be treated. At least one electrode protector has a reflecting surface that redirects light from the electrodes toward a center of the reflector.
A method for tissue coagulation includes using a device that has a plurality of conductive elements and a return electrode which is in the form of a grid. A moving mechanism moves the conductive elements so that the tip of each conductive element protrudes distally through the spaces of the grid of the return electrode into a tissue at a first depth. A first radiofrequency (RF) voltage is applied between the tips of each conductive element, which are at the first depth, and the return electrode. The conductive elements are then moved from the first depth to second depth of protrusion, and a second RF voltage is applied between the tips of each conductive element at the second depth and the return electrode.
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, face contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-based general aesthetics procedures, in the nature of Radio Frequency based devices providing mainly pulsed RF for performing ablative and non-ablative aesthetic skin treatment procedures Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, medical treatment services, aesthetician services; cosmetic medical treatment services, namely, cosmetic surgery services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body care; cosmetic surgery consulting services, skin renewal treatment services, namely, services for reducing the appearance of facial fine lines; face contouring treatment services being cosmetic face care services; energy-based medical aesthetic non-ablative services
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, face contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-based general aesthetics procedures, in the nature of Radio Frequency based devices providing mainly pulsed RF for performing ablative and non-ablative aesthetic skin treatment procedures Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, medical treatment services, aesthetician services; cosmetic medical treatment services, namely, cosmetic surgery services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body care; cosmetic surgery consulting services, skin renewal treatment services, namely, services for reducing the appearance of facial fine lines; face contouring treatment services being cosmetic face care services; energy-based medical aesthetic non-ablative services
Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators in the nature of medical procedure tables and medical apparatus and instruments for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general aesthetics procedures
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Medical workstation comprised of medical apparatus for feminine vaginal hygiene, feminine vaginal aesthetics, vaginal contraction, genital thermal tissue remodeling and vaginal fractional coagulation, and comprised of computer hardware and embedded computer operating software for operating the medical apparatus; Medical apparatus and medical applicators being medical handpieces for feminine vaginal hygiene, feminine vaginal aesthetic procedures, vaginal contraction, genital thermal tissue remodeling and vaginal fractional coagulation; vaginal dilators Medical aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body care services; feminine hygiene treatment services, vaginal health treatment services, vaginal contraction treatment services and vaginal dilators treatment services, medical aesthetic non-invasive services
A method for treating urinary stress incontinence. The method includes non-invasively cooling target tissue during a first cooling step, a non-cooling step, and non-invasively cooling the target tissue in a second cooling step. The first cooling step, the non-cooling step, and the second cooling step are performed at predetermined temperatures for a predetermined period of time.
A method of contraction of collagenous tissue between urethra and vagina includes positioning an RF active electrode between a urethra and a vagina and delivering RF energy into the collagenous tissue. The method includes using a mechanism to direct the active electrode into the safe position to avoid damage of important structures.
Nasal airway reshaping is accomplished using a fractional treatment device applied externally to the nose to insert needle electrodes into nasal tissue to be reshaped. Energy is applied via the electrodes to cause at least partial coagulation of the nasal tissue within zones around each of the plurality of needle electrodes while pressure is applied internally to achieve the desired reshaping.
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Medical workstation comprised of medical apparatus for feminine vaginal hygiene, feminine vaginal aesthetics, vaginal contraction, genital thermal tissue remodeling and vaginal fractional coagulation, and comprised of computer hardware and embedded computer operating software for operating the medical apparatus; Medical apparatus and medical applicators being medical handpieces for feminine vaginal hygiene, feminine vaginal aesthetic procedures, vaginal contraction, genital thermal tissue remodeling and vaginal fractional coagulation; vaginal dilators Medical aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body care services; feminine hygiene treatment services, vaginal health treatment services, vaginal contraction treatment services and vaginal dilators treatment services, medical aesthetic non-invasive services
The invention relates to a radio-frequency (RF) device for non-ablative treatment of skin and subcutaneous fat using applicator with multiple RF delivering elements.
Apparatus for tissue treatment includes a central blunt urethra fixator, which may serve as a return electrode. An array of electrodes is positioned circumferentially about the central blunt urethra fixator and distanced radially from the central blunt urethra fixator. At least one of the electrodes is an active electrode. The central blunt urethra fixator and electrodes protrude from a housing. A main unit includes an RF generator, a controller unit, a power supply and a user interface. The main unit delivers RF energy between the return electrode and a conductive tip of the active electrode to create collagen contraction in a vicinity of the active electrode.
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RF FRACTIONAL DEVICE FOR TREATMENT AT DIFFERENT TISSUE DEPTHS
A method of applying RF energy includes using an RF energy applicator assembly to apply RF energy to a tissue. The RF energy applicator assembly includes a housing, and RF electrodes coupled to an RF energy source and movably mounted in the housing. The RF electrodes have a retracted position, in which the RF electrodes are retracted inside the housing, and deployed positions in which the RF electrodes protrude out of the housing at different protrusion lengths. An actuator is coupled to the RF electrodes and configured to move the RF electrodes from the retracted position to any one of the deployed positions.
A method of applying RF energy includes using an RF energy applicator assembly to apply RF energy to a tissue. The RF energy applicator assembly includes a housing, and RF electrodes coupled to an RF energy source and movably mounted in the housing. The RF electrodes have a retracted position, in which the RF electrodes are retracted inside the housing, and deployed positions in which the RF electrodes protrude out of the housing at different protrusion lengths. An actuator is coupled to the RF electrodes and configured to move the RF electrodes from the retracted position to any one of the deployed positions.
The systems and methods in accordance with the principles of the invention can treat urinary stress incontinence by treating target tissue in proximity to the urethra and/or bladder neck. A method for treating urinary stress incontinence in a subject can included non-invasively heating a subsurface region of a target tissue to induce remodeling of the subsurface region at the anterior and/or posterior regions of the vagina. The system can include: a controller and a probe having a distal end configured for non-invasive contact with a surface of a target tissue to transfer energy to the target tissue based on treatment parameters. The probe distal end can have two treatment surfaces spaced apart a distance equal to at least a width of a urethra.
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A method of applying RF energy includes using an RF energy applicator assembly to apply RF energy to a tissue. The RF energy applicator assembly includes a housing, and RF electrodes coupled to an RF energy source and movably mounted in the housing. The RF electrodes have a retracted position, in which the RF electrodes are retracted inside the housing, and deployed positions in which the RF electrodes protrude out of the housing at different protrusion lengths. An actuator is coupled to the RF electrodes and configured to move the RF electrodes from the retracted position to any one of the deployed positions.
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A speculum (10) includes a speculum sheath (12) formed with a first lumen (20) which is in fluid communication with a pump and controller unit (24) for introducing pressurized air into a vagina, a second lumen (26) in fluid communication with the pump and controller unit (24) for measuring air pressure in the vagina, and a third lumen (30) in which is disposed a viewing device (18).
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An applicator includes at least one RF electrode coupled to an RF generator. The at least one RF electrode has protrusions each with a curvature radius which is equal to or greater than a curvature radius of an outer edge of the at least one RF electrode.
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DEVICES FOR DUAL MECHANISM AESTHETIC TREATMENT AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF
The systems and methods in accordance with the principles of the invention can promote correction of an aesthetic or functional defect in a target tissue. A method can include non-invasively applying a cooling agent to a surface of a target tissue; and cooling one or more tissue layers of said target tissue to a predetermined therapeutic temperature, wherein applying the cooling agent is performed such that cryoablation of said one or more layers of the target tissue does not occur. The system can include: a controller and a probe having a distal end configured for non-invasive contact with a surface of a target tissue to cool the target tissue based on treatment parameters.
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a handle and treatment tip that has both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. The handle may be a two-handed handle allowing control even while rotating and maneuvering the treatment around the genital opening. The apparatus or system may also include an integrated controller, which may confirm tissue contact without applying RF energy, based only on the temperature of the applicator and the time since the last application of energy from the applicator.
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Methods for treating urinary stress incontinence by non-invasively delivering energy to one or more submucosal regions of vaginal tissue to induce remodeling within the vaginal tissue are provided. In some embodiments, the energy delivery results in heating of the target tissue to a temperature that ranges from about 38° C. to about 46° C. In some embodiments, the subject methods involve cooling a mucosal epithelial layer over the vaginal tissue. In some embodiments, a reverse thermal gradient is produced as the mucosal epithelium is cooled while energy is delivered to the underlying vaginal tissue.
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Medical and aesthetic workstations and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal, facial rejuvenation and other energy-based procedures, namely skin tightening, cellulite treatment and fat removal. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, cosmetic spa services, cosmetic consultant services, skin renewal treatment services, body contouring treatment services, hair removal treatment services, Face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services.
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Medical and aesthetic workstations and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal, facial rejuvenation and other energy-based procedures, namely skin tightening, cellulite treatment and fat removal. Medical treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services.
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base face, skin and body general aesthetics procedures; medical applicators and medical instruments for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal and facial rejuvenation Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, minimal invasive surgical cosmetic treatment services, facial tightening treatment services, facial contouring treatment services and skin contraction treatment services; hair removal treatment services, Face rejuvenation treatment services being energy-based skin services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services
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Medical and aesthetic workstations and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal, facial rejuvenation and other energy-based procedures, namely skin tightening, cellulite treatment and fat removal. Medical and aesthetic treatment services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic spa services; cosmetic consultant services; skin renewal treatment services; body contouring treatment services; hair removal treatment services; Face rejuvenation treatment services; energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services.
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for facial and body skin renewal, rejuvenation and contouring, feminine hygiene, vaginal health, vaginal contraction and vaginal dilators. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, cosmetic spa services, skin renewal services, facial and body rejuvenation services, feminine hygiene treatment services, vaginal health treatment services, vaginal contraction treatment services and vaginal dilators treatment services, medical aesthetic non-invasive services.
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general aesthetics procedures; operating tables; medical apparatus and instruments; surgical apparatus and instruments; diagnostic apparatus for medical purposes; esthetic massage apparatus; electrodes for medical use; galvanic therapeutic appliances; galvanic belts for medical purposes; hot air therapeutic apparatus; lasers for medical purposes; massage apparatus; microdermabrasion apparatus; needles for medical purposes; radiotherapy apparatus. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, cosmetic spa services, cosmetic consultant services, skin renewal treatment services, body contouring treatment services, face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services; cosmetic consultant services; hair removal treatment services; therapy services; plastic surgery; medical clinic services; health care; health centers; massage; physiotherapy; sauna services; hairdressing salons; visagists' services; permanent makeup service; beauty salons; beautician services; health spa services.
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general aesthetics procedures; operating tables; medical apparatus and instruments; surgical apparatus and instruments; diagnostic apparatus for medical purposes; esthetic massage apparatus; electrodes for medical use; galvanic therapeutic appliances; galvanic belts for medical purposes; hot air therapeutic apparatus; lasers for medical purposes; massage apparatus; microdermabrasion apparatus; needles for medical purposes; radiotherapy apparatus. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, cosmetic spa services, cosmetic consultant services, skin renewal treatment services, body contouring treatment services, face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services; cosmetic consultant services; hair removal treatment services; therapy services; plastic surgery; medical clinic services; health care; health centers; massage; physiotherapy; sauna services; hairdressing salons; visagists' services; permanent makeup service; beauty salons; beautician services; health spa services.
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general aesthetics procedures; operating tables; medical apparatus and instruments for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general body aesthetics procedures; surgical apparatus and instruments; diagnostic apparatus for medical purposes for skin renewal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation and other energy-base general body aesthetics procedures; Minimal invasive and non-invasive medical surgical cosmetic equipment, medical applicators and medical instruments for body tightening, contouring and skin contraction; aesthetic massage apparatus; electrodes for medical use; galvanic therapeutic appliances; galvanic belts for medical purposes; hot air therapeutic apparatus; lasers for medical purposes; massage apparatus; microdermabrasion apparatus; needles for medical purposes; radiotherapy apparatus Medical aesthetic treatment services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic spa services, namely, cosmetic body, facial and skin care; cosmetic consultant services, namely, cosmetic body, facial and skin care services, skin renewal treatment services, body contouring treatment services, face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services; cosmetic consultant services, namely, cosmetic skincare, face and body services; hair removal treatment services; skin care and body therapy services; plastic surgery; medical clinic services ; health care; health centers; massage; physiotherapy; sauna services; hairdressing salons; visagiste services; permanent makeup service; beauty salons; beautician services; health spa services, namely, cosmetic body and skin care services
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(1) Medical and aesthetic platform in the nature of laser-based, IPL (Intense pulsed light)-based, EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation)-based, RF (Radio Frequency)-based, heat-based and energy-based medical workstations and hand-held electronic medical instruments sold therewith for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal, facial rejuvenation; medical and aesthetic platform in the nature of laser-based, IPL (Intense pulsed light)-based, EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation)-based, RF (Radio Frequency)-based, heat-based and energy-based medical workstations and hand-held electronic medical instruments sold therewith for noninvasive cosmetic facial and body treatment procedures involving the application of energy, namely radiofrequencies, laser, visible and infrared light, electricity, and heat. (1) Cosmetic facial and body treatment services; medical treatment services, namely providing radiofrequency therapy for treating medical conditions, providing laser therapy for treating medical conditions, providing ultrasound therapy for treating medical conditions, providing visible light therapy for treating medical conditions, providing infrared therapy for treating medical conditions, providing electrical therapy for treating medical conditions, providing heat therapy for treating medical conditions; consultancy in the field of cosmetic facial and body treatment services; skin renewal treatment services; body contouring treatment services; hair removal treatment services; face rejuvenation treatment services.
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for hair removal Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, cosmetic spa services, hair removal services, medical aesthetic non-invasive services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Medical and aesthetic platform and applicators for facial and body skin renewal, rejuvenation and contouring Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, cosmetic spa services, skin renewal services, facial and body rejuvenation services, medical aesthetic non-invasive services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Minimal invasive surgical cosmetic equipment, platforms, workstation, applicators and instruments for body and facial tightening, contouring and skin contraction Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, minimal invasive surgical cosmetic treatment services, body and facial tightening treatment services, contouring treatment services and skin contraction treatment services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Medical and aesthetic platform in the nature of medical procedure tables, apparatus and instruments and applicators for skin renewal, body contouring, hair removal, facial rejuvenation and other energy based medical aesthetic non-invasive procedures Medical and aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, cosmetic spa services, cosmetic consultant services, skin renewal treatment services, body contouring treatment services, hair removal treatment services, Face rejuvenation treatment services, energy-based medical aesthetic non-invasive services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Minimal invasive surgical cosmetic equipment, applicators and instruments for body tightening, contouring and skin contraction Medical aesthetic treatment services, cosmetic medical treatment services, minimal invasive surgical cosmetic treatment services, body tightening treatment services, body contouring treatment services and skin contraction treatment services
The systems and methods in accordance with the principles of the invention can treat urinary stress incontinence by treating target tissue in proximity to the urethra and/or bladder neck. A method for treating urinary stress incontinence in a subject can included non-invasively heating a subsurface region of a target tissue to induce remodeling of the subsurface region at the anterior and/or posterior regions of the vagina. The system can include: a controller and a probe having a distal end configured for non-invasive contact with a surface of a target tissue to transfer energy to the target tissue based on treatment parameters. The probe distal end can have two treatment surfaces spaced apart a distance equal to at least a width of a urethra.
A61B 18/04 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by heating
A61B 18/02 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by cooling, e.g. cryogenic techniques
A61B 18/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by heating by passing a current through the tissue to be heated, e.g. high-frequency current
A61B 18/18 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by applying electromagnetic radiation, e.g. microwaves
A61B 18/20 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by applying electromagnetic radiation, e.g. microwaves using laser
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a handle and treatment tip that has both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. The handle may be a two-handed handle allowing control even while rotating and maneuvering the treatment around the genital opening. The apparatus or system may also include an integrated controller, which may confirm tissue contact without applying RF energy, based only on the temperature of the applicator and the time since the last application of energy from the applicator.
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 18/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body
A61B 18/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by heating by passing a current through the tissue to be heated, e.g. high-frequency current
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
A61H 21/00 - Massage devices for cavities of the body
A61H 23/02 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibrationSuction-vibration massageMassage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a treatment tip that comprises both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. As the treatment tip contacts the epithelial mucosa, the tip cools the mucosa by contact, and delivers energy through the epithelium to the underlying tissue, thereby creating a reverse thermal gradient. The effect of the applied heat is to remodel genital tissue by tightening it. Such remodeling may include a tighter vagina and a tighter introitus. The tightening may be a consequence of thermal denaturation of collagen as well as a longer term healing response in the tissue that includes an increased deposition of collagen.
A61B 18/18 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by applying electromagnetic radiation, e.g. microwaves
A61B 18/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by heating by passing a current through the tissue to be heated, e.g. high-frequency current
A61B 18/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Medical cosmetic equipment, namely, workstation apparatus and instruments for body tightening and contouring; medical, aesthetic and therapeutic radiofrequency and electroporotion apparatus; cosmetic apparatus using radiofrequency and electroporotion treatments; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 10. Training services in the field of light based and laser and radiofrequency and electroporotion for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; and education services, namely, providing classes, seminars and workshops in the field of light based and laser and radiofrequency and electroporotion for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 41. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, cosmetic body care services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic consulting services relating to medical and therapeutic treatment utilizing light based and laser and radiofrequency and electroporotion apparatus; providing informational services in the field of light based and laser and radiofrequency treatment; and rendering consultation and advisory services in connection with all aforesaid services; medical clinic providing medical aesthetic procedures, including, vein treatments, vein therapy, cellulite treatments, body contouring treatments, facials; health spa services, namely, light based and radiofrequency and electroporotion treatments; providing cosmetic body care services in the nature of non-surgical body contouring; hygienic and beauty care services; cosmetic spa services; cosmetic body care services; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 44.
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Surgical medical cosmetic equipment, namely, workstation apparatus and instruments for body tightening, contouring and skin contraction; medical, aesthetic and therapeutic radiofrequency apparatus; cosmetic apparatus using radiofrequency for performing aesthetic skin treatment procedures; cosmetic apparatus, namely, radiofrequency based devices for performing minimal invasive aesthetic skin treatment procedures; all for professional use; all included in class 10. Training services in the field of radiofrequency for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; and education services, namely, providing classes, seminars and workshops in the field of radiofrequency for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 41. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, cosmetic body care services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic consulting services relating to medical and therapeutic treatment utilizing radiofrequency apparatus; providing informational services in the field of radiofrequency treatment; and rendering consultation and advisory services in connection with all aforesaid services; health spa services, namely, laser treatments for acne, rejuvenation, scars, tattoo removal and for facials and massage; radiofrequency based skin enhancement procedures; radiofrequency based skin rejuvenation services; radiofrequency based skin tightening services; liposuction and surgical body shaping services; medical clinic providing medical aesthetic procedures, liposuction, cellulite treatments, body contouring treatments, facials, and skin care; providing cosmetic body care services in the nature of minimal invasive body contouring; hygienic and beauty care services; cosmetic spa services; cosmetic body care services; health spa services; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 44.
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
Goods & Services
Medical cosmetic equipment, namely, workstation apparatus and instruments for body tightening, contouring and skin contraction; medical, aesthetic and therapeutic radiofrequency and electroporotion apparatus; cosmetic apparatus using radiofrequency and electroporotion for performing aesthetic skin treatment procedures; cosmetic apparatus, namely, light based devices providing mainly pulsed light for performing ablative and non-ablative aesthetic skin treatment procedures; lasers for the cosmetic treatment of the face and skin and for hair removal; all for professional use; all included in class 10. Training services in the field of light based and laser and radiofrequency and electroporotion for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; and education services, namely, providing classes, seminars and workshops in the field of light based and laser and radiofrequency and electroporotion for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 41. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, cosmetic body care services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic consulting services relating to medical and therapeutic treatment utilizing light based and laser and radiofrequency and electroporotion apparatus; providing informational services in the field of light based and laser and radiofrequency treatment; and rendering consultation and advisory services in connection with all aforesaid services; health spa services, namely, light based and radiofrequency and electroporotion treatments for acne, rejuvenation, scars, tattoo removal and for facials and massage; laser and intense pulse light skin enhancement procedures; laser and light based hair removal services; laser and light based skin rejuvenation services; radiofrequency skin tightening services; medical clinic providing medical aesthetic procedures, including, vein treatments, vein therapy, cellulite treatments, body contouring treatments, facials, and skin care and hair removal; health spa services, namely, light based and radiofrequency and electroporotion treatments for acne, rejuvenation, scars, tattoo removal and for facials; providing cosmetic body care services in the nature of non-surgical body contouring; hygienic and beauty care services; cosmetic spa services; cosmetic body care services; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 44.
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Medical cosmetic equipment, namely, workstation apparatus and instruments for body tightening, contouring, skin contraction, rejuvenation and acne; medical, aesthetic and therapeutic radiofrequency apparatus for performing ablative and non-ablative aesthetic skin treatment procedures; cosmetic apparatus using radiofrequency for performing aesthetic skin treatment procedures; all for professional use; all included in class 10. Training services in the field of radiofrequency for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; and education services, namely, providing classes, seminars and workshops in the field of radiofrequency for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 41. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, cosmetic body care services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic consulting services relating to medical and therapeutic treatment utilizing radiofrequency apparatus; providing informational services in the field of radiofrequency treatment; and rendering consultation and advisory services in connection with all aforesaid services; health spa services, namely, radiofrequency treatments for acne, rejuvenation, scars, tattoo removal and for facials and massage; radiofrequency skin tightening services; medical clinic providing medical aesthetic procedures, including, vein treatments, vein therapy, cellulite treatments, body contouring treatments, facials, and skin care; health spa services, namely, radiofrequency treatments for acne, rejuvenation, scars, tattoo removal and for facials; providing cosmetic body care services in the nature of non-surgical body contouring; hygienic and beauty care services; cosmetic spa services; cosmetic body care services; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 44.
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
Goods & Services
Medical cosmetic equipment, namely, workstation apparatus and instruments for body tightening, skin contraction; medical, aesthetic and therapeutic light based apparatus; light based cosmetic apparatus for performing aesthetic skin treatment procedures; cosmetic apparatus, namely, light based devices providing mainly pulsed light for performing ablative and non-ablative aesthetic skin treatment procedures; all for professional use; all included in class 10. Training services in the field of light based for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; and education services, namely, providing classes, seminars and workshops in the field of light based medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 41. Medical and aesthetic treatment services, namely, cosmetic body care services; cosmetic medical treatment services; cosmetic consulting services relating to medical and therapeutic treatment utilizing light based apparatus; providing informational services in the field of light based treatment; and rendering consultation and advisory services in connection with all aforesaid services; health spa services, namely, light based treatments for acne, rejuvenation, scars, tattoo removal and for facials and massage; light based hair removal services; light based skin rejuvenation services; skin tightening services; medical clinic providing medical aesthetic procedures, including, vein treatments, vein therapy, cellulite treatments, facials, and skin care and hair removal; health spa services, namely, light based treatments for acne, rejuvenation, scars, tattoo removal and for facials; hygienic and beauty care services; cosmetic spa services; cosmetic body care services; cosmetic treatment of the face and skin and for hair removal; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 44.
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
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Medical cosmetic equipment; lasers for the cosmetic treatment of hair removal; all for professional use; all included in class 10. Training services in the field of light based and laser for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; and education services, namely, providing classes, seminars and workshops in the field of light based and laser for use in medical, cosmetic and aesthetic treatments; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 41. Cosmetic consulting services relating to medical and therapeutic treatment utilizing light based and laser apparatus; providing informational services in the field of light based and laser treatment; and rendering consultation and advisory services in connection with all aforesaid services; health spa services, namely, light based treatments; laser and light based hair removal services; medical clinic providing medical aesthetic procedures, including, hair removal; all services directed at professionals; all included in class 44.
This invention provides devices and methods for remodeling the female genital tissue, the device comprising a treatment tip, wherein the distal end of the treatment tip is conical, spherical, hemispherical, oval or circular in shape. The device further comprises one or more energy delivery elements for simultaneous cooling of the vaginal epithelium and transmission of energy for heating the tissues underneath the epithelium. In one embodiment, said device may further comprise one or more of the following: one or more temperature sensors for measuring the temperature at or below the epithelium; one or more directional sensors mounted on the hand piece or treatment tip; and one or more depth markers to show the depth of penetration of the treatment tip into the vagina. In another embodiment, this invention provides a device having a finger holder with electrodes for remodeling the female genital tissue.
A61B 18/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body
A61B 18/18 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by applying electromagnetic radiation, e.g. microwaves
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a handle and treatment tip that has both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. The handle may be a two-handed handle allowing control even while rotating and maneuvering the treatment around the genital opening. The apparatus or system may also include an integrated controller, which may confirm tissue contact without applying RF energy, based only on the temperature of the applicator and the time since the last application of energy from the applicator.
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 18/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
A61H 21/00 - Massage devices for cavities of the body
A61H 23/02 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibrationSuction-vibration massageMassage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
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Skin rejuvenation resurfacing device and method of use
A skin rejuvenation resurfacing apparatus comprising an oscillating, reciprocating high speed, needle-based device and its related procedure for inducing mechanical trauma to an area of the skin to be treated.
A61B 17/20 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for vaccinating or cleaning the skin previous to the vaccination
A61B 18/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
A61B 18/20 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by applying electromagnetic radiation, e.g. microwaves using laser
Medical devices, namely, radio-frequency generator with hand piece and single use tip for gynecological use to restore vaginal tissue, and parts and fittings therefor
This invention relates generally to apparatus and methods for tightening tissue of the female genitalia by heating targeted connective tissue with radiant energy, while cooling the mucosal epithelial surface over the target tissue to protect it from the heat. Embodiments include a treatment tip that comprises both an energy delivery element and a cooling mechanism. As the treatment tip contacts the epithelial mucosa, the tip cools the mucosa by contact, and delivers energy thought the epithelium to the underlying tissue, thereby creating a reverse thermal gradient. The effect of the applied heat is to remodel genital tissue by tightening it. Such remodeling may include a tighter vagina and a tighter introitus. The tightening may be a consequence of thermal denaturation of collagen as well as a longer term healing response in the tissue that includes an increased deposition of collagen.
A61B 18/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by heating by passing a current through the tissue to be heated, e.g. high-frequency current
A61B 18/18 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by applying electromagnetic radiation, e.g. microwaves
