KayaKalp
75 Herrick Street
Parkhurst Building, Suite 105
Beverly, Massachusetts, 01915
Ph. 978.927.6556
Fx. 978.927.9467
IPL LASERS
Although there are many laser systems out there in the Market place, all laser cosmetic applications, use selective photothermolysis or light that targets a single element in the skin as a means to achieve the desired result. There are ablative laser systems that abrade the surface of the skin and others that are non-ablative that work beneath without abrading the surface of the skin. There are 5 parameters that govern all of these systems
Since these parameters are interdependent, the correct combination is critical to the outcome of a particular treatment.
Wavelength - The longer the wavelength the deeper the energy penetrates into the skin.
Melanin, whether in the epidermis or the hair follicle, absorbs light preferentially in the visible spectrum of light
Hemoglobin, preferentially absorbs light in the infrared spectrum of light and peaks around both 600nm and 1100nm
Pulse Width-The length of time in milliseconds over which the laser energy is emitted
The energy has to be delivered quickly and over a short period of time so that it does not dissipate to, and damage, the surrounding tissue.
Power/Fluence- is the amount of energy delivered to the tissue
The energy is is measured in Joules /cm 2
Spot Size - the area over which the energy is applied
As compared to the older laser , modern lasers have larger spot sizes so that faster treatment is possible. Since the edges of the laser beam scatters some of the energy. Larger spot sizes allow deeper penetration of the energy.
Cooling- enhances epidermal protection
There are a number of methods used including a cooling mechanism right on the applicator head to separate system that blows cold air or a cryogen spray that is fired over the treatment area
Important Pretreatment Consideration
- Although enhanced body image is often culturally encouraged, it is important to have realistic expectations that are not contingent on the approval of some 3rd party person.
- Care should be taken in locating the most qualified surgeon-technologist professionals before having laser treatment
- You should come away from your preliminary interview with answers to all your questions and should feel comfortable that your needs are understood.
- Since treatment covers an elongated period of time , it is important that you are under the care of qualified professionals
- Literature and/or written summary with regards to what you should expect during treatment should be given you together with the estimated cost so that here are no future surprises and unpleasantness about costs and payments.