Introduction:
There have been huge leaps in skincare technology in the past few years with one of those being Picoplus lasers, the modern technology that treats a wide range of skin concerns for patients worldwide. In this blog, we will be discussing the science behind Picoplus laser technology, how it works, its vast medical advantages and practical applications.
What is Picoplus?
The Picoplus laser is the latest advancement in laser technology with ultrashort picosecond pulses that deliver energy accurately to the target at two to three times higher power than traditional lasers. In addition to being able to deliver energy more efficiently, the Picoplus laser is also capable of healthier tissues. This means that patients can expect quicker results with minimal discomfort and down-time. The laser works with a photothermal effect (energy absorption from heat) and photo-acoustic effect (breaking down matters such as laser tattoo removal).
How does it Work?
Using picosecond accurately (comparing 1000 billionth of a second to 1 second), the Picoplus laser is focused onto the pigmentation of your skin without harming the healthy tissues surrounding it. The latest technology allows the laser to increase its working process, therefore the shorter the working duration, the less heat absorbed onto the skin.
Collagen production is also stimulated following the laser treatment which helps your skin look healthy and lifts the scars. Does it hurt? The Picoplus treatment is ‘painless’ but there may be some discomfort involved at each of the laser treatments. After each treatment, slight reddening of the skin occurs, which returns to normal in 2-4 hours. With new technology, separating the laser shots into 3 groups helps reduce the heat emitted from the lasers individually. There is almost zero pain if the heat generated from each shot was below 5% for the pain threshold.
Three Spectrums? Seven Spectrums?
Similar to 3 spectrums, the same Picoplus laser works with 3 wavelengths (1064 nm, 785 nm, 532 nm) in a mixture compared to traditional lasers such as the Q-switched lasers or nano-second lasers. Picoplus with 1064 nm (black) = it’s like a draw host in carbon laser peel. Picoplus with 532 nm (green) = it’s like poking your skin with your finger. The mixed Picoplus with 1064 nm & 532 nm = it’s like a “children finger” which caused less damage but can still get the intended result. This new technology leads to a better result and shorter down-time from Q-switched or nano-second lasers.
Picoplus Laser Applications
Doctors’ and dermatologists’ best choice of laser is Picoplus laser for their medical treatments like pigmentation removal (sun-spots and melasma), tattoo removal, acne scars removal and pores treatment, inclusive of your overall facial skin rejuvenation. Refer below of the Picoplus versus traditional lasers.
Scientific Evidences
Picoplus laser has been studied by various studies and reported good results from patients in terms of skin texture, skin color improvement and overall appearance. Patients suffer significantly less redness and discomfort with Picoplus treatments and of course patient’s satisfaction increases.
Future Developments
With advancement of technology, Picoplus laser technology will be one of the advancement in the next decade. Continuous research and development will help to improve the results, increase the types of application and improve patients’ comfort.
Conclusion
The strength to the science of the Picoplus is its innovative design and its numbers of wavelengths that is the reason why it is the top number one solution for all types of skin problems. In general, The Picoplus is able to deliver energy in picoseconds. Picosecond is one-trillionth of a second that is ultra-short pulses and that in turn makes the Picoplus entirely different from other lasers because most lasers are thermal and in turn they deliver energy to the target in nanoseconds. The Picoplus uses high peak power to shatter the target into tiny particles. This ensures that ink removal is effective, safe and with no downtime. Picoplus is further effective and safe because of its three spectrums. The three spectrums are not many and so they are not specific and therefore can be competition and so there will be no achieving of the ideal effect. If the number of spectrums are too many they may be an overkill. Picoplus is effective and safe because it has 7 spectrums.