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PICOSECOND LASER

Picosecond Laser has triple wavelengths at 532nm, 694nm and 1064nm and can produce pico-second and nano-second pulses, targeting different coloured inks effectively.

WHAT IS PICOSECOND LASER?

The Picosecond Laser can fire laser beams with very short pulse durations (picoseconds, which are one trillionth of a second). It is an improved technology from the traditional Q-switched Lasers, which generate laser beams in the nanosecond pulse duration.

HOW DOES PICOSECOND LASER WORK?
 
 

The photo-acoustic effect generated by ultrashort picosecond pulses can fragment the pigments into fine particles, which the body’s immune system will subsequently eliminate. 

 
 

Pico laser has triple wavelengths at 532nm, 694nm and 1064nm, and can produce pico-second and nano-second pulses, targeting different coloured inks effectively.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 
 

 

How long is the Picosecond Laser?
 

The entire treatment will take approximately 10 minutes.

 
is the Picosecond Laser painful?
 

Based on an individual’s pain tolerance and location of the pigmented lesion, most people are able to tolerate the lasers sessions without much discomfort. Patients will feel the pulses as quick tingling sensations, like very tiny rubber bands snapped against the skin. Cold air or numbing cream will be provided if necessary.

 
How many treatments are required?
 

Depending on the patient’s condition, the number of treatments is usually about of 5 – 10 sessions.

 
Is there any downtime?
 

The face may look flushed after the laser treatment for a few hours or 1 to 2 days, depending on the laser setting. You may resume normal activities post-treatment, but it is advisable to minimize sun exposure and apply sunblock daily.  

 
What can you expect from the Picosecond Laser?

 
  • Lighten and fade pigmentation
  • More even and brighter skin tone
  • Reduction in pores size and fine lines
  • Improvement in acne scars