Clinical evaluation of the efficacy and safety of fractional bipolar radiofrequency for the treatment of moderate to severe acne scars

PubMed Reference:Verner I. J Dermatol. Dermatol Ther. 2015 Aug 17.

Study Details:

  • 12 patients (Skin Type I-III) with moderate to severe acne scars 
  • 3-5 treatments with Sublative fractionated bipolar RF at 1-month intervals
  • Evaluated clinically and photographically at each visit and 3 months after the final treatment.

Study Results:

  • Very good improvement (at least one scale) after completing treatment
  • 100% patient satisfaction (Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale scores) with 50% patients reporting "Very satisfied"
  • Mild and transient expected erythema and minimal scab formation in the treated areas
  • No adverse events.