ABOUT pigmented lesions TREATMENTS
Lumenis® Q Switch for Pigmented Lesions enables your provider to remove black, blue and other dark lesions. The Lumenis® Q-Switch technology enables tailoring of the treatment according to the type of the lesion, to effectively target the dark pigment and destroy it. Ultrashort laser pulses target the pigment in the skin and break it into small particles that are naturally dissolved by your body; the surrounding skin is left intact. Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser uses a wavelength of 1064 nm & Cr:YAG crystal, for the removal of dark tattoos & treatment of pigmented lesions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does it work?
A: Ultrashort laser pulses target the tattoo ink in the skin and break it into small particles that are naturally dissolved by your body; the surrounding skin is left intact. The laser nano-second pulses, shutter the tattoo ink into very small particles, which our bodies can dispense of.
Q: When can I expect to see results?
A: A change in the color intensity of the tattoo may be visible immediately after the first treatment. The number of needed treatments depends on the area of the body, skin color, and the tattoo itself, and can start from 2-3 treatments and up to 10 in some cases. Treatments are typically spaced 6-10 weeks apart.
Q: What can I expect after treatment?
A: Immediately following treatment, you will see whitish bubbles on the treated tattoo area, accompanied by some mild redness and swelling which will resolve within 24 hours. A thick crust will appear over the treated area and will fall in about 2 weeks. In rare cases, minimal bleeding in the treated area can occur. Fading of the tattoo is gradual and will be noticed in the following weeks.
Q: How does the treatment feel?
A: Before treatment, the doctor should apply a local anesthetic to the treatment area. During treatment, your provider will treat the tattoo by applying ultrashort laser pulses on the tattoo area. During the treatment you will feel heat on the tattoo area, and may experience a feeling similar to a band aid being ripped off.