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(press release from Candela Corporation)

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WAYLAND, Mass.-April 5, 2005--Nearly 12 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2004. Of those 12 million, more then eighty percent were non-surgical. With surgical treatments such as facelifts quickly becoming a thing of the past, new non-invasive alternatives to achieve younger, smoother skin is now just a laser treatment away.

Candela Corporation (NASDAQ: CLZR) announced today that its GentleYAG(R) laser now offers consumers "skin tightening" treatments adding to the laser's current applications for hair, leg and facial vein removal. The GentleYAG "tightens" by heating the underlying layers in the skin and forming new collagen resulting in smoother, younger looking skin. The GentleYAG's patented epidermal cooling system, the Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD(TM)), protects the skin with every laser pulse allowing for quick results and patient comfort.

"Non-invasive treatments are becoming the fastest growing trend in cosmetic surgery today", said Gerard E. Puorro, Candela's President and Chief Executive Officer. "With the GentleYAG's additional skin tightening procedure, Candela is able to offer an affordable treatment with the same laser that physicians and patients have trusted for years to remove unwanted hair and leg veins."

Dr. Mark Taylor, a dermatologist at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute and Laser Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, conducted a new clinical study comparing skin tightening results of the GentleYAG versus a commonly used radiofrequency device. The study found the GentleYAG to be more effective than the radiofrequency device. Additionally, GentleYAG treatments proved to be faster, less painful and more economical for the patient and practitioner. The results of Dr. Taylor's study were presented at the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) 25th Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida.

"Candela's GentleYAG laser is an exceptional new way to get rid of wrinkles and tighten skin", said Dr. Taylor. "The patients I have treated with the GentleYAG are overwhelmingly happy with the results." Taylor continued, "Because it is so quick and results in little redness, patients can receive a skin tightening treatment during their lunch break and their co-workers wouldn't even notice."

About GentleYAG:

GentleYAG is the fastest and most powerful Nd:YAG laser on the market for the treatment of leg and facial veins, permanent hair reduction and wrinkles. The GentleYAG is capable of removing unwanted hair on all skin types - even tanned skin - and is now available in single application configurations, including the GentleYAG SRT for skin rejuvenation and tightening. The advanced technology of GentleYAG is more accessible than ever thanks to Pathways - the practitioner's path to unprecedented Choice, Flexibility and Value. To learn more about Pathways, visit Candela at www.candelalaser.com/pathways.asp or call 1-800-821-2013.

About Candela:

Candela Corporation, an ISO-9001 certified company, develops, manufactures, and distributes innovative clinical solutions that enable physicians, surgeons, and personal care practitioners to treat selected cosmetic and medical conditions using lasers, aesthetic laser systems, and other advanced technologies. Founded near Boston in 1970, the company markets and services its products in over 64 countries from offices and distributors in the United States, Europe, Japan, China and other Asian locations. Candela established the aesthetic laser market 16 years ago, and currently has an installed base of 8,000 lasers worldwide. Candela is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Male/Female/Handicapped/Veteran). Visit Candela on the Web at http://www.candelalaser.com.

Safe Harbor Statement: Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that constitute Candela's current intentions, hopes, beliefs, expectations or predictions of the future, which are therefore inherently subject to risks and uncertainties. Such statements may relate to, among other things, our future revenue, gross margin, expense levels and earnings, our growth prospects, market acceptance of our products, the strength of our distribution channels, our ability to add new products, our ability to expand regulatory approvals and the liquidity of our common stock. The risks and uncertainties that may affect forward-looking statements include, among others: the cancellation or deferral of customer orders, dependence on a small number of strategic distribution relationships, difficulties in the timely development and market acceptance of new products, unanticipated increases in expenses, market developments that vary from the current public expectations concerning the growth of the laser industry, increased competitive pressures, changes in economic conditions, or difficulties in obtaining timely regulatory approvals. Further information on factors that could affect Candela's performance is included in Candela's periodic reports filed with the SEC, including but not limited to, Candela's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2004, and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Candela cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Candela expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any such statements to reflect any change in Candela's expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

Candela Corporation
Jane Smith, 508-358-7637, ext. 247
Jane.smith@candelalaser.com

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