Method and apparatus for tightening skin and other tissues
US11400310B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 24, 2017 |
| Grant date | Aug 2, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/0663
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system and method for treating a tissue is provided. The treatment causes a tightening or lifting of tissue. The method includes delivering a photochemical agent through a depth of the tissue to distribute the photochemical agent adjacent proteins within the tissue and irradiating the tissue with an electromagnetic irradiation at a wavelength that activates the photochemical agent, causing a protein response that brings fibers of the tissue closer together in order to one of reduce tissue laxity and tighten the tissue. A kit is provided to facilitate the method.
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