Candela Vbeam Now Cleared for Additional Uses in Canada.Expanded Versatility of the Vbeam Laser Provides More Options for Patients and Practitioners WAYLAND, Mass. -- Candela candela (kăndĕ`lə), in weights and measures: see candle. A unit of measurement of the intensity of light. Part of the SI system of measurement, one candela (cd) is the monochromatic radiation of 540THz with a radiant intensity Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : CLZR) announced today that Health Canada cleared for distribution three new models of its flagship Vbeam([R]) Pulsed Dye Laser - the Aesthetica[TM], Platinum[TM] and Perfecta per·fec·ta n. See exacta. [From American Spanish (quiniela) perfecta, perfect (quinella), feminine of perfecto, perfect, from Latin perfectus; see perfect. [TM] in Canada. Vbeam, widely recognized as the "gold standard" laser for vascular treatment, now features a patented pigmented lesion handpiece that allows effective treatment for total rejuvenation Rejuvenation Aeson in extreme old age, restored to youth by Medea. [Rom. Myth.: LLEI, I: 322] apples of perpetual youth by tasting the golden apples kept by Idhunn, the gods preserved their youth. [Scand. Myth. by treating reds and browns. Also new is the Vbeam unique micro-pulse technology that provides consistent, gentle heating allowing for highly effective purpura-free treatments. "Candela's customers in the United States have embraced Perfecta as a total rejuvenation system now that we can effectively treat vascular as well as epidermal Epidermal Referring to the thin outermost layer of the skin, itself made up of several layers, that covers and protects the underlying dermis (skin). Mentioned in: Antiangiogenic Therapy, Histiocytosis X epidermal pigmented lesions," said Dennis Herman, Senior Vice President, North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. Sales, Marketing and Service for Candela. "The expansion of Perfecta into Canada means that practitioners will have more choices and greater flexibility to meet their individual practice needs. Additionally, the versatility of Perfecta's purpura-free treatment allows practitioners to expand their cosmetic offerings while still treating the medical patient. It's a win-win for the patient and the practitioner," added Herman. The technology behind the new Vbeam family allows practitioners to treat stubborn skin conditions more aggressively than before, but without the undesired side effects Side effects Effects of a proposed project on other parts of the firm. of laser bruising, or purpura purpura Presence of hemorrhages in the skin, often associated with bleeding from natural cavities and in tissues. Major causes include damage to small artery walls (as in vitamin deficiency or allergic reaction) and platelet deficiency (in association with such disorders as . Laser treatment of pigmented lesions is expected to increase 19% in 2007*, making it one of the primary indications for which patients seek laser treatment. The patented pigmented lesion handpiece, developed for Perfecta, adds versatility to pulsed dye technology and allows practitioners to diversify treatment capabilities with a single device. "The Vbeam Perfecta is a great option for patients who want fast results and better looking skin without the side effect of bruising or downtime that sometimes occurs with other pulsed dye treatments or peels," said Dr. Gerald Boey, Director of the Arbutus arbutus Any of about 14 species (genus Arbutus) of broad-leaved evergreen shrubs or trees, in the heath family. Native to southern Europe and western North America, they are characterized by loosely clustered white or pink flowers and red or orange berries. A. Laser Center in Vancouver, BC. "Now that Perfecta is available in Canada, I'm looking forward to offering my patients more cosmetic rejuvenation treatments including treating sun and age spots, spider veins, red noses and rosacea Rosacea Definition Rosacea is a skin disease typically appearing in people during their 30s and 40s. It is marked by redness (erythema) of the face, flushing of the skin, and the presence of hard pimples (papules) or pus-filled pimples (pustules), and , and still treat medical indications such as hemangiomas, venous lakes and even warts," Dr. Boey noted. Vbeam lasers are part of Candela's Pathways Purchasing Program, with upgradeable technologies that provide practitioners with the flexibility to virtually "build" their lasers depending on the indications they want to treat in their practices. Faster and more powerful than other pulsed dye lasers, the new Vbeam family features a digitally enhanced user interface with pre-programmed treatment guidelines to optimize patient treatment results. Vbeam Aesthetica is ideal for rejuvenation, providing effective treatment of redness and removal of brown spots. For practitioners treating patients with vascular lesions, the Vbeam Platinum offers a range of solutions and indications from port wine stains and angiomas to leg veins. The Vbeam Perfecta can be used for both skin rejuvenation and treating vascular and pigmented lesions. (*)Millenium Research Group 2005 About Vbeam: Vbeam features Candela's advanced micro-pulse technology providing consistent and gentle heating, which allows for effective, purpura-free treatment for vascular and epidermal pigmented lesions. Additionally, the digitally enhanced user interface system provides pre-set treatment parameters to allow practitioners to optimize patient treatment results. Vbeam can be used to help correct a wide range of vascular and pigmented lesions including: rosacea, sun and age spots, face and leg veins, fine lines and wrinkles, port wine stains, hemangiomas, scars, stretch marks, and warts. DCD (Document Content Description) An XML schema language from Textuality, Microsoft and IBM that is implemented as an RDF vocabulary. It supports data typing and schema reuse and is the successor to XML-Data. See XML schema, RDF and XML. ([R]) is an integrated dynamic cooling device system that automatically emits a cooling spray milliseconds before each pulse to protect the skin and increase patient comfort. About CANDELA: Candela Corporation manufactures, and distributes innovative clinical solutions that enable physicians, surgeons, and personal care practitioners to treat selected cosmetic and medical conditions using lasers, aesthetic laser systems, and other advanced technologies. Founded near Boston in 1970, the company markets and services its products in over 70 countries from offices and distributors in the United States, Europe, Japan, China and other Asian locations. Candela established the aesthetic laser market 18 years ago, and currently has an installed base of 10,000 lasers worldwide. Candela is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action affirmative action, in the United States, programs to overcome the effects of past societal discrimination by allocating jobs and resources to members of specific groups, such as minorities and women. Employer (Male/Female/Handicapped/Veteran). Visit Candela on the Web at http://www.candelalaser.com. Safe Harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. Statement: Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that constitute Candela's current intentions, hopes, beliefs, expectations or predictions of the future, which are therefore inherently subject to risks and uncertainties. Such statements may relate to, among other things, our future revenue, gross margin, expense levels and earnings, our growth prospects, market acceptance of our products, the strength of our distribution channels, our ability to add new products, our ability to expand regulatory approvals and the liquidity of our common stock. The risks and uncertainties that may affect forward-looking statements include, among others: the cancellation or deferral of customer orders, the risk of an adverse judgment in the patent litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. with Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc., (PMTI PMTI Potomac Massage Training Institute PMTI Project Management Training Institute ), dependence on a small number of strategic distribution relationships, difficulties in the timely development and market acceptance of new products, unanticipated increases in expenses, market developments that vary from the current public expectations concerning the growth of the laser industry, increased competitive pressures, changes in economic conditions, or difficulties in obtaining timely regulatory approvals. Further information on factors that could affect Candela's performance is included in Candela's periodic reports filed with the SEC, including but not limited to, Candela's Annual Report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. for the year ended July 1, 2006. Candela cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Candela expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any such statements to reflect any change in Candela's expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based. |
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