New device aims to smooth wrinkles without surgery

NCT ID NCT03573271

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a micro-coring device that removes small pieces of skin to reduce moderate to severe cheek wrinkles. Thirty adults aged 40 to 70 participated. Researchers measured wrinkle improvement at 90 days and tracked any side effects.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Micro-coring device (automated skin removal tool)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-surgical option to reduce facial wrinkles.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. There is also a risk of side effects like scarring or infection.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cutis laxa

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LAXITY; SKIN

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Locations

Dr A Jay Burns Cosmetic Surgery

Dallas, Texas, 75231, United States
Laser and Skin Surgery Center of New York

New York, New York, 10016, United States
Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Northern California

Sacramento, California, 95816, United States
Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute

Miami, Florida, 33173, United States
The Practice of Brian S. Biesman, M.D

Nashville, Tennessee, 37203, United States

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