Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser is the method that is used the most to treat spots, which occur on the skin for any reason, and to remove tattoos. This procedure, which increases fibroblast activation on the dermis by distributing energy on the skin homogeneously, ensures rejuvenation of the skin by increasing collagen production. Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser, which is also quite effective in removing coloured and black tattoos without leaving any marks, is also used to bleach hair frequently.
What is Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser?
It is the type of laser, which has different wavelengths, which may provide solutions to various skin types, which distributes the energy to the skin homogeneously and which is preferred the most today.
This laser removes blemishes, and it also creates an increase in the elastin structure and volume of collagens by stimulating fibroblast activation in the dermis, which is the lower layer of the skin.
In Treatment of Which Diseases is Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Used?
Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser is used satisfactorily for treatment of the following;
- Blemishes,
- Birth marks,
- Sunspots,
- Age spots,
- Melasma,
- To remove tattoos,
- To treat benign nevus,
- To treat capillaries,
- To remove acne scars,
- In carbon peeling procedure,
- Hair bleaching,
- To treat fine wrinkles,
- To increase elasticity of the skin.
Who is Not a Good Candidate for Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser?
It is not performed on individuals with various severe diseases, such as skin cancer or other types of cancer etc., individuals with active infections on the skin or individuals with allergies, pregnant and breast-feeding women. In general, Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Treatment is not provided to individuals, who are not suitable to receive laser treatment.
What are the Benefits of Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser?
It is the laser technique that is preferred the most in spot treatment and tattoo removal procedures. It is used particularly to treat age spots, sunspots, birth marks, milia, lentigines and light brown spots. It is the most popular type of laser, which is also used for skin rejuvenation and carbon peeling procedures, since it increases production of collagens that reverse signs of aging.
How is Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Performed?
What is Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser?
Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser makes an impact by sending many laser beams directly to the problematic intensely melanin-containing area and by ensuring that the dark coloured area absorbs Q-Switched laser beams.
Absorbed laser beams removes available spots by diffusing and discoloring dark melanins. Thus, a treatment may be provided without damaging the skin.
How Many Sessions of Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Do You Need?
Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Treatment may be provided at 1-3 week intervals. Number of sessions vary based on the depth of the spot and type of spot. Therefore, it is determined in examination of the specialist physician.
How Does Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Work?
Quick and Effective
PTP mode decreases the risk of side effects and pain to minimum during treatment. High energy reaches to the target by causing minimum damage, thanks to the pulse group output with short pulse interval and high subpulse peak power.
Easy and Reliable
The fact that the spot area may be adjusted from 2 mm to 10 mm proves that this procedure is reliable and easy.
Stable Energy
Energy, which is used optionally, reaches to the tissue stably and perfectly throughout the procedure. Furthermore, simultaneous imaging system gives the opportunity to keep the energy under control at all times. It is ensured that tattoo pigments are disintegrated into tiny pieces. Then, these parts are discharged out of the body with the assistance of the lymphatic system of the body, i.e. tattoo removal procedure is completed in a few minutes. However, it may be required to hold a few sessions to remove tattoos from the body completely. It would benefit removing pigment residues from the body completely to hold each session at three-four week intervals.
What Must Be Considered After Receiving Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Treatment?
A mild pinkness may occur on the skin after the procedure, but it would not affect your daily life. Below actions must be taken after receiving this treatment;
- Avoid being exposed to sunlight,
- Sunscreens that are recommended by the specialist physician must be used, even if the weather is not sunny,
- Do not take a bath during the day after the procedure,
- Do not use cleaning products containing alcohol.
Does Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Treatment Have Any Side Effects?
Laser energy eliminates targetted tissue by heat. Mild pinkness and edema are expected results after the procedure, but these are temporary side effects.
Pigmented Lesions with Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser
- We may say easily that it is the most effective system that is used in treatment of benign pigmented lesions. This technology is quite attractive since it distributes light in a very comprehensive wavelength, since it makes a deep dermal penetration impact and since it makes an impact rapidly.
- Treatment of a single lesion is completed in a short period like one minute, although it varies based on the number of lesions.
- Topical anesthetic creams are not required during treatment of small lesions.
- It is normal to see scabs after red areas that may occur after the treatment. Such effects disappear automatically in a short period.
- It may be required to hold an extra session, if lesions are deeper than normal.
- Recipients must use moisturizers and sunscreens after the treatment.
Prices of Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Treatment
Prices of Q-Switched ND:YAG Laser Treatment vary based on the number of sessions, type of procedures and size of the affected area. Low-priced filling procedures can mean filling with poor quality and unhealthy materials. Therefore, quality of the product and experience level of the doctor are very important details.
