Photo Credit: Courtesy of ShutterstockThe Q-Switched Alexandrite laser is a cutting-edge technology designed to address a wide range of pigmented lesions, including freckles, birthmarks moles, and even tattoos. Whether you are looking to fade the sun spots from prolonged sun exposure or completely remove your unwanted tattoos, the Q-Switched laser provides exceptional precision to achieving these goals. Here we explore the capabilities of this advanced laser treatment.

The Capabilities of the Q-Switched Laser

The Q-Switched laser emits a short, high-intensity pulse beam, which allows for the production of light pulses to be much higher than a continuous, constant beam. This characteristic makes it an exceptional choice if you aim to diminish brown spots, eliminate unwanted tattoos, and address hyperpigmentation.

1. Diminish Brown Spots

Are your sun spots and age-related blemishes bothering you? The Q-Switched Alexandrite laser emits a short, high-intensity pulse beam, allowing the pigmented areas to break up and fade away. Depending on the type of brown spot, some patients may need multiple sessions for noticeable improvement. It is more effective than Pico lasers such as Picosure or Picoway.

 

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2. Eliminate Unwanted Tattoos

With its advanced technology, Q-Switched lasers reign as the gold standard for tattoo removal. Thanks to the repetition and high pulsed energy, the laser has the ability to effectively break up the ink into small enough particles for your own immune system to flush them out. The laser works on all ink colors except for yellow and red, while the ND:YAG laser is able to eliminate most colors except for green and yellow. The laser treatment also stimulates collagen production, which can contribute to the improvement of skin texture and appearance. The success rate typically increases with the number of treatment sessions.

3. Address Hyperpigmentation

Q-Switched laser, a type of non-ablative laser, can be used to treat hyperpigmentation. They work by targeting pigment clusters deep within the skin to break up melanin and lighten areas of hyperpigmentation.

Are there any side effects of Q-Switched laser treatments?

Q-Switched laser treatments can have side effects, such as hypopigmentation (white patches on the skin) and hyperpigmentation (darker pigments due to overstimulation of the skin). These side effects are rare and to determine if the Q-Switched laser is right for you, we may suggest doing a test spot on the affected area.

What can a Q-Switched laser treatment be combined with?

Fractional laser resurfacing and Q-Switched lasers are often in combination. Combining fractional resurfacing with Q-Switched laser therapy, such as the Ruby laser, to remove unwanted tattoos has shown significant promise in achieving the desired effect.

If you have any concerns about diminishing brown spots, eliminating unwanted tattoos, or addressing hyperpigmentation, don’t hesitate to consult with our team today. It’s time to unleash the power of the Q-Switched laser and embark on a quest toward perfect skin.