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High-intensity, high-frequency ultrasound effectively treats facial acne scars. This novel device demonstrated significant scar reduction and safety in a clinical study, offering a new therapeutic option.

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Aesthetic Medicine
Medical Devices

Background:

Ultrasound energy is known to enhance skin appearance by inducing neocollagenesis through controlled thermal injury.
Previous applications include improving fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate a new ultrasound device for treating facial acne scars.
The device utilizes high-intensity, high-frequency, parallel ultrasound beams.

Main Methods:

A prospective, multicenter clinical study was conducted.
Subjects received up to three treatment sessions.
Outcomes were assessed by comparing baseline and 3-month follow-up evaluations.

Main Results:

96.8% of subjects were identified as responders by blinded reviewers.
Mean acne scar severity score significantly decreased by 45.5% (1.05 units).
No adverse events related to the device were reported.

Conclusions:

The novel ultrasound device is safe and effective for improving facial acne scars.
High-intensity, high-frequency, parallel ultrasound beams offer a promising treatment modality.