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Today Show Features Fraxel Laser & Thermage Treatment

Thursday, July 8th, 2010 by editor2

NBC’s Today Show aired a skin makeovers segment last week featuring Thermage non-surgical skin tightening and Fraxel Restore laser treatment.

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The segment profiles four women who had various skin rejuvenation treatments, including Thermage for body and facial skin tightening and Fraxel laser treatment for skin tone improvement. New York City dermatologist Dr. Anne Chapas also discussed the benefits of Thermage and Fraxel Restore treatments, as well as Isolaz acne treatment, with Today Show host Meredith Vieira.

Fraxel Restore was used to improve the skin tone of two women suffering from uneven pigmentation. Jill, 43, has fair skin and experienced considerable sun exposure without adequate sun protection as a child. She had Fraxel laser treatment to repair the sun damage on her face and was pleased with the results and new skin cell growth stimulated by the Fraxel laser.

“It really got rid of so much of the sun damage that I could see. It just makes me feel like I have fresh, new skin,” Jill said.

Dr. Chapas informed viewers about Fraxel Restore recovery, indicating that a few days of redness and dryness may occur after treatment. She also indicated that for best results, Fraxel Restore may need to be performed in a series of one to three treatments, depending on the needs of your skin.

Lisa, 46, also sought treatment with the Fraxel laser to improve skin discoloration she developed as a result of health issues and breakouts. In addition to undergoing treatment with the Fraxel Restore, Lisa also had Thermage skin tightening performed on her face to correct mild skin laxity.

The story’s final story highlighted another woman named Lisa, 37, who had Thermage treatment performed on her abdomen to tighten sagging skin lingering after two pregnancies. Dr. Chapas explained that Thermage skin tightening works by stimulating collagen production and indicated that Thermage results typically last one to two years.

Fraxel Restore skin rejuvenation and Thermage skin tightening procedures are available at the offices of Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Lee Daniel.

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Thermage and Reliant Technologies (Fraxel) Finalize Merger

Wednesday, January 7th, 2009 by editor

Thermage has announced its acquisition of the Mountain View, California based company, Reliant Technologies.  The deal is valued at a total of $66.2 million in stock and cash.

Reliant has become a popular fixture in the aesthetic surgery market due to the success of Fraxel, its brand of skin-resurfacing laser technology, which we offer at The Spa Side in our office in Eugene.

Thermage Inc purchased the company for approximately 23 million in stock shares, $25 million cash and must assume $7 million of Reliant’s debt.  Shares of Reliant stock have dropped since plans for the deal were made public in July.

Reliant Technologies has been a highly profitable company, largely due to the effectiveness of Fraxel laser technology.  Fraxel treatments stimulate collagen growth and resurface skin by penetrating the outer dermis with ‘fractional’ microscopic laser columns.  The body’s natural healing process then promotes skin rejuvenation and collagen building.

Thermage is known for marketing a unique, non-invasive cosmetic skin treatment that utilizes radiofrequency technology to heat and thus, tighten skin.  The treatment is also said to improve skin texture and tone.

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San Jose Business Journal Honors Fraxel

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008 by editor


The Silicon Valley-San Jose Business Journal recently named Reliant Technologies Inc. one of the fastest growing private companies in the area.  Reliant has become the industry leader in fractional aesthetic laser systems. The Fraxel laser system has rapidly gained popularity in the U.S. and abroad over the last three years.

Their ranking of 38th is based on dramatic revenue and growth increases between 2005 and 2007 – a 109 percent increase!

Chief operating officer Jeffrey Jones says, “Our success can be attributed to the revolutionary Fraxel laser technology, coupled with a fantastic team that possesses a ‘let’s get it done today’ sense of urgency and a commitment to customer care.”

Fraxel lasers are incredibly versatile for a variety of aesthetic treatments. They treat deep into the skin or gently resurface and rejuvenate the outermost dermal layers.

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Fraxel Named #157 on the Inc. Magazine Top 500

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 by newseditor

Fraxel in Eugene

We think Fraxel has changed our world here in Eugene and our patients do too.

Reliant Technologies, the maker of the popular Fraxel laser, has quickly become known as the standard for laser skin resurfacing.

According to Inc. magazine’s editor Jane Berentson, “If you want to find out which companies are going to change the world, look at the Inc. 500.”

Inc. magazine’s prestigious list is mostly dependent on dramatic revenue growth. For Reliant, increases of the sales of their Fraxel laser systems (a 1450 percent increase) over the past 3 years has largely contributed to the company’s success.

In response to the ranking, Reliant CEO Eric Stang said, “We are pleased to be included in such a prestigious group of fast growing, successful companies that have been chosen by Inc. magazine.”

Chief technology officer Len DeBenedictis explained their rapid growth and success as a direct result of the success of Fraxel lasers used in aesthetic practices, saying, “We’ve seen continuous dramatic growth in the demand for Fraxel treatments as consumers become more aware of the safety and efficacy of our unique suite of skin rejuvenation products.”

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