Apyx Medical today announced it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Renuvion Micro Handpiece. The Micro Handpiece is the latest addition to the company’s Renuvion product line. It is cleared with an indication for the delivery of radiofrequency (RF) energy or helium plasma where coagulation and contraction of soft tissue are needed, including subcutaneous tissue. […]
Cosmetic/Aesthetic
Cutera ousts CEO, board chair amid executive changes
Cutera (Nasdaq:CUTR) announced that it made significant changes to its executive leadership to improve performance and results. Notably, the company enacted the immediate terminations of Daniel Plants as executive chair and David Mowry as CEO. In connection with its actions, Cutera withdrew its 2023 financial outlook. Brisbane, California–based Cutera named Sheila Hopkins as interim CEO […]
Venus Concept to cut workforce by 18%
Venus Concept (Nasdaq:VERO) announced today that it plans to implement a restructuring plan that includes a large workforce reduction. The medical aesthetic technology developer also intends to change up its executive leadership team amid the restructuring. Venus Concept plans to cut 70 employees, equalling a reduction of approximately 18% of its global workforce as of […]
Candela launches radiofrequency microneedle system
Candela announced today that it launched its new Profound Matrix system for radiofrequency-delivered skin treatments. Marlborough, Massachusetts-based Candela designed the Profound Matrix system to correct, maintain and restore skin. The multi-application system utilizes the Sublime, Sublative RF and new Matrix Pro applicators. Sublime and Sublative RF deliver bipolar radiofrequency (RF) treatments that improve the appearance […]
Integra Lifesciences’ CFO is leaving for the soup business
Integra Lifesciences CFO Carrie Anderson is leaving to take a job at another New Jersey–based company, but it’s not a medtech business. Campbell Soup Co. announced today that Anderson will become its EVP and CFO, effective Feb. 6. She succeeds Mick Beekhuizen, who became president of the Camden, New Jersey–based company’s Meals & Beverages division […]
Strata Skin Sciences signs distribution agreement in Mexico
Strata Skin Sciences today announced it signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Mino Labs to commercialize its products in Mexico. Through the deal, Mino Labs will distribute Strata Skin Sciences’ TheraClear X, VTrac and XTrac in Mexico for three years. “We are excited to have entered into an exclusive sales agreement with MINO Labs,” Strata […]
Integra LifeSciences completes Surgical Innovation Associates acquisition
Integra LifeSciences (Nasdaq:IART) announced today that it completed its acquisition of Surgical Innovation Associates (SIA). Princeton, New Jersey-based Integra announced that it agreed to acquire SIA last week. SIA develops, markets and sells the DuraSorb resorbable synthetic matrix for plastic and reconstruction surgery. Integra believes the acquisition advances its global strategy in breast reconstruction. The deal expands […]
Integra LifeSciences to acquire Surgical Innovation Associates
Integra LifeSciences (Nasdaq:IART) announced today that it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Surgical Innovation Associates (SIA). SIA develops, markets and sells the DuraSorb resorbable synthetic matrix for plastic and reconstruction surgery. Princeton, New Jersey–based Integra said in a news release that the acquisition advances its global strategy in breast reconstruction. The deal expands […]
FDA clears nano-pulse stimulation tech for treating hyperplasia from Pulse Biosciences
Pulse Biosciences (Nasdaq:PLSE) announced today that the FDA granted 510(k) clearance for its CellFx system with expanded indication. The new indication covers the treatment of sebaceous hyperplasia in patients with Fitzpatrick skin types I-III. Clearance followed positive clinical data from an investigational device exemption (IDE) study of the system. CellFX uses Pulse Biosciences’ proprietary nano-pulse […]
Cynosure launches next-generation aesthetic laser device
Cynosure announced today that it launched the PicoSure Pro device, its latest upgrade to the PicoSure platform. PicoSure Pro, the first and only FDA-cleared 755nm picosecond laser on the market, delivers energy in one trillionth of a second, utilizing pressure instead of heat to provide safe and effective treatments for unwanted pigmentation and skin revitalization […]
Cutera’s AviClear acne device wins FDA clearance
Cutera (Nasdaq:CUTR) announced today that it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its AviClear acne treatment device. Brisbane, California-based Cutera designed AviClear as a laser treatment for the safe, prescription-free reduction of existing acne. The company said breakout episodes are shorter, less intense and more infrequent following use. Cutera said AviClear is the only energy-based device […]
