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A system for the removal of epidermal and dermal skin through the use of a pressurized stream of water. The surgeon chooses the pressure of the water to obtain the desired abrasive affect. In one embodiment of the invention, a benign abrasive is added to the water to assist in the removal of the sur

A system for the removal of epidermal and dermal skin through the use of a pressurized stream of water. The surgeon chooses the pressure of the water to obtain the desired abrasive affect. In one embodiment of the invention, a benign abrasive is added to the water to assist in the removal of the surface cells of the skin. In other embodiments, a variety of medications are added to the water such as: anesthetics to deaden the skin being abraded; coagulants to minimized bleeding in the abraded area; and antiseptics to combat infection after treatment is applied. In one embodiment of the invention, a catch reservoir is positioned around the site being treated to collect and withdraw the spent liquid and removed cells.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An apparatus adapted for the selective abrasion of an epidermis of a patient comprising:a) a reservoir containing substantially pure water;b) a pump connected to said reservoir, said pump generating an operator defined water pressure; and,c) a handle member having,1) a

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An apparatus adapted for the selective abrasion of an epidermis of a patient comprising:a) a reservoir containing substantially pure water;b) a pump connected to said reservoir, said pump generating an operator defined water pressure; and,c) a handle member having,1) a nozzle,2) a light source directed to emit light past said nozzle, and,3) a valve adapted to direct water from said pump through said nozzle, said valve being selectively engaged by a surgeon.