About Tattoo Removal

Tattoo inks are made of solid colored particles, which can be targeted and eliminated by dedicated lasers in the similar manner as pigmented lesions. Different tattoos might require different types of laser in order to remove them, depending on the type of ink, the color, and the depth of the tattoo. Q-Switch lasers release high-powered pulses of extremely short duration. The intense and rapid heating induced by light absorption leads to a photo-thermal effect. As the chromophore is heated, it undergoes sudden thermal expansion generating shock waves audible as a popping sound with each laser pulse. This photo-acoustic effect generates forces that allow fragmenting tattoo pigment particles. The pigment treated this way gradually becomes shallower over time until it fades away. The peripheral tissues remain unaltered making the treatment selective and safe.

The Lumenis Solution

The Lumenis Q-Switched Nd:YAG is very effective for the removal of dark tattoos and the safest for skin of color. Using a top-hat beam profile ensures control of homogeneous energy delivery and maximum safety without hot-spots nor any risk of side effects or complication for the patient. The versatility of 5 spot sizes allows to use the ideal parameters for the clearance of dark tattoos.

Lumenis IPL with OPT™ treatment

Advantages For Physicians

  • Optimal treatment safety and efficacy using Top-Hat beam profile, which ensures homogeneous distribution of energy.
  • The affordable upgrade of the Q-Switched Nd:YAG handpiece for the M22™ Multi-Application Platform, enables adding more versatility and advanced combination treatment options.
  • Preset treatment parameters ensure ease of use and a fast learning curve.

Related Products

The Lumenis Q-Switched Nd:YAG systems, is available in the M22™ Multi-Application platform

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