Patents by Inventor Andrei V. Erofeev

Andrei V. Erofeev has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8915948
    Abstract: The present invention provides method and apparatus for treating tissue in a region at depth by applying optical radiation thereto of a wavelength able to reach the depth of the region and of a selected relatively low power for a duration sufficient for the radiation to effect the desired treatment while concurrently cooling tissue above the selected region to protect such tissue. Treatment may be enhanced by applying mechanical, acoustic or electrical stimulation to the region.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignees: Palomar Medical Technologies, LLC, The General Hospital Corporation
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Andrei V. Erofeev, Henry Zenzie, Richard Rox Anderson, Dieter Manstein, James Burke, III, Andrew Radl, Michael Z. Smirnov
  • Publication number: 20130018236
    Abstract: Photocosmetic device for use in medical or non-medical environments (e.g., a home, barbershop, or spa), which can be used for a variety of tissue treatments. Radiation is delivered to the tissue via optical systems designed to pattern the radiation and project the radiation to a particular depth. The device has a variety of cooling systems including phase change cooling solids and liquids to cool treated skin and the radiation sources. Contact sensors and motion sensor may be used to enhance treatment. The device may be modular to facilitate manufacture and replacement of parts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2012
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Joseph P. Caruso, Henry H. Zenzie, James G. Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Patent number: 8182473
    Abstract: Photocosmetic device for use in medical or non-medical environments (e.g., a home, barbershop, or spa), which can be used for a variety of tissue treatments. Radiation is delivered to the tissue via optical systems designed to pattern the radiation and project the radiation to a particular depth. The device has a variety of cooling systems including phase change cooling solids and liquids to cool treated skin and the radiation sources. Contact sensors and motion sensor may be used to enhance treatment. The device may be modular to facilitate manufacture and replacement of parts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Assignee: Palomar Medical Technologies
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Joseph P. Caruso, Henry H. Zenzie, James G. Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Publication number: 20110184334
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for phototreatment in which replaceable containers comprising one or more adjuvant (consumable or re-usable) substances are employed. The adjuvant substance can be, for example, a topical substance or a coolant. Systems are disclosed for using a topical substance to detect contact of a phototreatment device with a tissue, detect speed of a phototreatment device over the tissue, detect regions of tissue that have been treated by a phototreatment device and/or to provide other benefits to the tissue such as improved skin tone and texture, tanning, etc. Safety systems are also disclosed that ensure that a proper consumable substance and/or container is connected to a phototreatment device and/or directed to a proper target. Additionally, cooling systems and methods that utilize phase change materials for extracting heat from a light generating device are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2011
    Publication date: July 28, 2011
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Ilya Yaroslavsky, James Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev, Henry H. Zenzie, Robert R. Lopez, Christopher Gaal
  • Patent number: 7942916
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for phototreatment in which replaceable containers comprising one or more adjuvant (consumable or re-useable) substances are employed. The adjuvant substance can be, for example, a topical substance or a coolant. Systems are disclosed for using a topical substance to detect contact of a phototreatment device with a tissue, detect speed of a phototreatment device over the tissue, detect regions of tissue that have been treated by a phototreatment device and/or to provide other benefits to the tissue such as improved skin tone and texture, tanning, etc. Safety systems are also disclosed that ensure that a proper consumable substance and/or container is connected to a phototreatment device and/or directed to a proper target. Additionally, cooling systems and methods that utilize phase change materials for extracting heat from a light generating device are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Ilya Yaroslavsky, James Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev, Henry Zenzie, Robert R. Lopez, Christopher Gaal
  • Patent number: 7942915
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for phototreatment in which replaceable containers comprising one or more adjuvant (consumable or re-useable) substances are employed. The adjuvant substance can be, for example, a topical substance or a coolant. Systems are disclosed for using a topical substance to detect contact of a phototreatment device with a tissue, detect speed of a phototreatment device over the tissue, detect regions of tissue that have been treated by a phototreatment device and/or to provide other benefits to the tissue such as improved skin tone and texture, tanning, etc. Safety systems are also disclosed that ensure that a proper consumable substance and/or container is connected to a phototreatment device and/or directed to a proper target. Additionally, cooling systems and methods that utilize phase change materials for extracting heat from a light generating device are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Ilya Yaroslavsky, James Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev, Henry Zenzie, Robert R. Lopez, Christopher Gaal
  • Publication number: 20100286673
    Abstract: Devices and methods of treatment of tissue, such as skin tissue, with electromagnetic radiation (EMR) are disclosed that employ local deformation of tissue in small areas. Devices and methods employing local deformation are used to produce fractional lattices of EMR-treated islets in tissue for application including hair growth management.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Andrei Belikov, James J. Childs, Andrei V. Erofeev, Ilya Yaroslavsky, Henry H. Zenzie
  • Publication number: 20100145321
    Abstract: Methods of treatment of tissue with electromagnetic radiation (EMR) to produce lattices of EMR-treated islets in the tissue are disclosed. Also disclosed are devices and systems for producing lattices of EMR-treated islets in tissue, and cosmetic and medical applications of such devices and systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2009
    Publication date: June 10, 2010
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Ilya Yaroslavsky, Andrei V. Erofeev, David Tabatadze, Mikhail Z. Smirnov, James J. Childs
  • Publication number: 20090248004
    Abstract: Methods and systems for treatment of tissue (e.g., the dermal-hypodermal region) with one or more wavelength are disclosed. Electromagnetic radiation devices and methods for lypolysis and/or coagulation of blood and/or treatment of water and/or treatment of skin are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2009
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Steve Armstrong, Andrei V. Erofeev, Christopher Gaal, Thomas McNall, Paul Wiener
  • Publication number: 20090069741
    Abstract: Methods and devices for ablating portions of a tissue volume with electromagnetic radiation (EMR) to produce lattices of EMR-treated ablation islets in the tissue are disclosed, including lattices of micro-holes, micro-grooves, and other structures. Also, methods and devices for using the ablated islets are disclosed, including to deliver chromophores, filler, drugs and other substances to the tissue volume.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2008
    Publication date: March 12, 2009
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Valery V. Tuchin, Ilya Yaroslavsky, James Childs, David Tabatadze, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Publication number: 20090024193
    Abstract: The present invention provides method and apparatus for treating tissue in a region at depth by applying optical radiation thereto of a wavelength able to reach the depth of the region and of a selected relatively low power for a duration sufficient for the radiation to effect the desired treatment while concurrently cooling tissue above the selected region to protect such tissue. Treatment may be enhanced by applying mechanical, acoustic or electrical stimulation to the region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2008
    Publication date: January 22, 2009
    Applicants: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC., THE GENERAL HOSPITAL CORPORATION d/b/a MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Andrei V. Erofeev, Henry H. Zenzie, R. Rox Anderson, Dierer Manstein, James Burke, III, Andrew Radl, Michael Z. Smirnov
  • Publication number: 20080306471
    Abstract: Methods and devices for ablating portions of a tissue volume with electromagnetic radiation (EMR) to produce lattices of EMR-treated ablation islets in the tissue are disclosed, including lattices of micro-holes, micro-grooves, and other structures. Also, methods and devices for using the ablated islets are disclosed, including to deliver chromophores, filler, drugs and other substances to the tissue volume.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: December 11, 2008
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Ilya Yaroslavsky, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Publication number: 20080294152
    Abstract: Photocosmetic device for use in medical or non-medical environments (e.g., a home, barbershop, or spa), which can be used for a variety of tissue treatments. Radiation is delivered to the tissue via optical systems designed to pattern the radiation and project the radiation to a particular depth. The device has a variety of cooling systems including phase change cooling solids and liquids to cool treated skin and the radiation sources. Contact sensors and motion sensor may be used to enhance treatment. The device may be modular to facilitate manufacture and replacement of parts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 27, 2008
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Joseph P. Caruso, Henry H. Zenzie, James G. Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Publication number: 20080294153
    Abstract: Photocosmetic device for use in medical or non-medical environments (e.g., a home, barbershop, or spa), which can be used for a variety of tissue treatments. Radiation is delivered to the tissue via optical systems designed to pattern the radiation and project the radiation to a particular depth. The device has a variety of cooling systems including phase change cooling solids and liquids to cool treated skin and the radiation sources. Contact sensors and motion sensor may be used to enhance treatment. The device may be modular to facilitate manufacture and replacement of parts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 27, 2008
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Joseph P. Caruso, Henry H. Zenzie, James G. Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Publication number: 20080214988
    Abstract: Methods and devices for ablating portions of a tissue volume with electromagnetic radiation (EMR) to produce lattices of EMR-treated ablation islets in the tissue are disclosed, including lattices of micro-holes, micro-grooves, and other structures. Also, methods and devices for using the ablated islets are disclosed, including to deliver chromophores, filler, drugs and other substances to the tissue volume.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Ilya Yaroslavsky, Andrei V. Erofeev, Valery V. Tuchin
  • Publication number: 20080172047
    Abstract: Methods and devices for ablating portions of a tissue volume with electromagnetic radiation (EMR) to produce lattices of EMR-treated ablation islets in the tissue are disclosed, including lattices of micro-holes, micro-grooves, and other structures. Also, methods and devices for using the ablated islets are disclosed, including to deliver chromophores, filler, drugs and other substances to the tissue volume.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 17, 2008
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Ilya Yaroslavsky, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Publication number: 20080154157
    Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treatment of tissue, such as skin tissue, using acoustic energy, such as ultrasound. The ultrasound can be used for various purposes include hair removal and permanent hair reduction, removal of tattoos, and other cosmetic procedures. In some embodiments, ultrasound is produced using an optical-to-acoustic converter, and, in some embodiments, ultrasound is focused.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Mikhail Smirnov, IIya Yaroslavsky, Pavel Kamaev, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Publication number: 20080139901
    Abstract: Photocosmetic device for use in medical or non-medical environments (e.g., a home, barbershop, or spa), which can be used for a variety of tissue treatments. Radiation is delivered to the tissue via optical systems designed to pattern the radiation and project the radiation to a particular depth. The device has a variety of cooling systems including phase change cooling solids and liquids to cool treated skin and the radiation sources. Contact sensors and motion sensor may be used to enhance treatment. The device may be modular to facilitate manufacture and replacement of parts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2008
    Publication date: June 12, 2008
    Applicant: PALOMAR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Joseph P. Caruso, Henry H. Zenzie, James G. Burke, Andrei V. Erofeev
  • Patent number: 7351252
    Abstract: The present invention provides method and apparatus for treating tissue in a region at depth by applying optical radiation thereto of a wavelength able to reach the depth of the region and of a selected relatively low power for a duration sufficient for the radiation to effect the desired treatment while concurrently cooling tissue above the selected region to protect such tissue. Treatment may be enhanced by applying mechanical, acoustic or electrical stimulation to the region.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2008
    Assignee: Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Andrei V. Erofeev, Henry H. Zenzie, R. Rox Anderson, Dieter Manstein, James Burke, III, Andrew Radl, Michael Z. Smirnov
  • Patent number: 7204832
    Abstract: Photocosmetic device for use in medical or non-medical environments (e.g., a home, barbershop, or spa), which can be used for a variety of tissue treatments. Radiation is delivered to the tissue via optical systems designed to pattern the radiation and project the radiation to a particular depth. The device has a variety of cooling systems including phase change cooling solids and liquids to cool treated skin and the radiation sources. Contact sensors and motion sensor may be used to enhance treatment. The device may be modular to facilitate manufacture and replacement of parts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2007
    Assignee: Pálomar Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Joseph P. Caruso, Henry H. Zenzie, James G. Burke, III, Andrei V. Erofeev