The Aluma™ Skin Renewal System is a revolutionary treatment that offers a breakthrough, non invasive improvement for fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity with a safe, gentle touch using the unique Functional Aspiration Controlled Electrothermal Stimulation (FACES) technology.  The Aluma™ vacuum-assisted hand-piece conforms the skin to allow energy to safely pass through the epidermis.  Therapeutic Radio Frequency (RF) energy is then deposited deep in the dermis creating an uniform, contained zone of heating for collagen contraction and renewal, with little to no discomfort.

The Aluma™ system works by creating a controlled volume of heated tissue in the dermis.  As collagen is heated above 60 C, it denatures, and the fibril contracts and thickens.  This will produce skin tightening.  In the months following the treatment, the body's natural wound-healing process results in the generation of new collagen and dermal remodeling.  As new, "younger" structured collagen is laid down, the skin will look tighter, firmer, with improved wrinkles, and more youthful.

The Aluma™ Skin Renewal System Advantage:

1. Virtually Painless - Aluma™ is a gentle treatment that is virtually painless for the treatment of wrinkles and skin tightening.
2. Radio Frequency (RF) Technology - The Aluma™ system has been proved in clinical studies to improve skin texture and laxity.
3. Bipolar RF Delivery - Aluma™ precisely controls and limits the volume of tissue heated.
4. No Downtime - Innovative FACES technology in Aluma™ bypasses the epidermis so patients can immediately return to normal activities.
5. Rapid Treatments - An Aluma™ treatment takes 15-20 minutes per area.
6. Safe - The Aluma™ bipolar vacuum-assisted hand-piece targets the RF energy precisely where it can have the maximum effect (the dermis); heat conduction to the epidermis and non-target tissue is minimized.

The Aluma™ Skin Renewal System is Lumenis most advanced radio frequency system for safe, effective, no-downtime treatment of fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity.

Who is a candidate for Aluma™ Skin Renewal?  

Women and men seeking to improve the appearance of skin which has lost elasticity through the aging process or because of sun exposure.  Areas such as the jowls, the neck, the nasolabial folds and well as wrinkles around the mouth and eyes are only a few examples of areas typically treated with Aluma™.  Because the treatment is painless, large areas are also treated; those include the abdomen, knees, elbows, or anywhere your skin has lost elasticity.  Because Aluma™ helps you create your own collagen, acne scars and some stretch marks may also improve with multiple treatments.

Can Aluma™ be combined with IPL PhotoRejuvenation treatments for ultimate skin rejuvenation results? 

Yes, IPL PhotoRejuvenation is the premier way to reduce visible signs of photo-aging and sun damage such as brown spots, pigmentation, and red vessels.  Combining an IPL PhotoRejuvenation series of treatments with Aluma™ treatments, will help you achieve the ultimate skin rejuvenation results with no down time, virtually painlessly, and affordable.

What can you expect from the Aluma™ treatment?  

Aluma™ treatment is comfortable.  Energy is deposited deep into the skin without affecting the skin's surface and virtually without pain.  Skin is gently drawn into the tip of the hand-piece with a vacuum process.  Energy is delivered resulting in a gentle warming of the deeper layers of the skin.  A treatment typically takes only 15 to 20 minutes, and you can return to normal activities immediately.

A series of treatments are recommended for best results. Fine lines are reduced and skin is tightened as new collagen is deposited in the dermis.  Although some improvement will be seen within 1 to 3 months after the initial treatment, the skin should continue to improve for up to a year after treatment as new collagen is generated.

What is the difference between Aluma™ and Thermage? 

Thermage was the first Radio Frequency (RF) device brought to the market and will cause skin tightening in some individuals.  The procedure is time consuming (up to 2 hours) and painful. The Thermage procedure has also been associated with undesirable "fat" atrophy in some individuals.  The Aluma™ procedure is very different.  It works over time to produce similar results.  The Aluma™ treatments are fast and most importantly, painless.  Adverse effects, as well, are virtually non-existent.

How much does the Aluma™ treatments cost? 

For best results, Dr. Diaz recommends a program of six treatments which start at $300 per treatment depending on the area.  Some patients may require or desire more treatments depending on the severity of their condition; however the average patient can expect excellent results with a series of six treatments one to two weeks apart.

Before and After photos of Aluma™ Treatments.

For further information on the Aluma Treatments please contact our office for a free consultation with Dr. Diaz or request an appointment online.