What is Laser Beam?
LASER is short for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Lately it has been extensively used in the medicine field as one of the technologies very rapidly developed. It provides extended benefits, especially in the aesthetic area.
What is the benefit of Laser Therapy when compared to other aesthetic technologies?
When compared to other technologies, Laser offers the advantage of precision. Laser beam is very precise. With certain wavelength and energy, the beam will target the problem area directly and the desired outcome will be obtained.
How does it work? Is it safe?
Laser beam targets specific area, according to the wavelength. Laser beam is safe when used according to the intended purpose and the procedure performed by a (trained) professional staff.
How many Laser Therapies are there and what are the benefits?
There are numerous laser treatments applied in the aesthetic field, for example: Q-switched Nd:YAG which is used to treat pigmentation problems, Long Pulse Diode to treat blood vessels problems, Long Pulse Nd:YAG to treat scars, fine lines and skin tightening, and many more.
Under which conditions can a patient get a Laser Therapy?
Anyone can get a Laser Therapy. Contraindications are for those who are pregnant, hypersensitive towards lights/beams, and those who have just been sunbathing.
What is the procedure of Laser Therapy?
There are various procedures of Laser Therapy. It depends on the type of the beam being used, but generally prior to the procedure, anaesthetic cream will be applied for approximately 45 minutes for a more comfortable treatment.
Will there be side effects?
Possible side effects are hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation after the laser treatment. However, these effects are usually temporary, and it will gradually disappear. Other possible side effects, which hardly occurs, is the burn effect, which is the feeling of burning on your skin due to the high temperature.
When can the results be seen?
The results of Laser Therapy will generally be visible one month after treatment, and it will gradually get better.
Things to do after Laser Therapy?
What needs to be done after treatment is to avoid exposure to direct sunlight, and to continue the usage of sunblock as advised by your physician.
Can it be combined with other therapies?
Laser Therapy can be combined with other therapies, such as Radio Frequency Chemical Peeling, Botox Cosmetic, Dermal Filler, and Facial as recommended by your physician.