How many treatment sessions are required?This can vary depending on the size and color of the pigmented spot. Typically sun and age spots will disappear completely after 1-2 treatments although in some cases more treatments may be necessary. Do I need to use topical anesthesia? What about gels?No. Anesthetics and cooling gels are not needed with the LightPod lasers, because 650-microsecond technology makes it uniquely pain-free. This unique benefit saves time, cost and mess by eliminating gels and sprays required by other lasers that cool the skin during treatment. Is it painful?There is a mild sensation of heat that is very tolerable. A slight pinching feeling may occur when using higher energy. This is one of the key technical breakthroughs of Aerolase technology! LightPod lasers have set a new standard for virtually pain-free treatment, even on darker skin types, thanks to 650-microsecond technology. This unique benefit saves time, cost and mess by eliminating gels and sprays required by other lasers that cool the skin during treatment. Is it permanent, or do the spots come back?Many spots will be gone permanently, but due to the skin aging and continued sun exposure new spots will likely develop over time and more treatments will need to be performed. To slow the aging process and reduce the likeliness of new spots developing, patients should always apply sunblock when in the sun and avoid prolonged sun exposure. Can it be used on dark skin?Actually, LightPod lasers are the safest laser in the industry for darker skin types or tanned skin. This is because of 650-microsecond technology, which essentially eliminates treatment pain while minimizing the chances of hyper and/ or hypo-pigmentation. Patients with skin types IV-VI should be treated very cautiously, especially in the facial region, as they pose a higher risk of having hyper and/or hypo-pigmentations. Can it be used on raised pigmented spots?A dermatologist should first check raised pigmented spots before starting any kind of treatment. If the dermatologist clears the patient for treatment you may proceed with administering treatments. |