What is Q switching in a ruby laser?

The Q-switched ruby laser (694 nm, 25-40 nsec) is an effective and safe therapeutic device for the treatment of tattoos and well-defined, benign, pigmented epidermal and dermal lesions.

Is Q switch better than Picosure?

Both lasers can be endlessly compared, with the key differences being the speed and strength of each machine. Put simply: A Picosecond laser operates at one trillionth of a second, and has a pulse width that is 100 times faster than that of the Q-Switched laser.

How effective is Q switch laser for tattoo removal?

By priming the tattoo with the fractional nonablative Nd:YAG followed by the Q-switched nanosecond 532nm, 585nm, 650nm, or 1064nm wavelengths, an 80 percent reduction of a tattoo after one treatment session is achievable.

How long does Q-switch take to work?

Overall Results: Your skin should look brighter and clearer after this laser procedure for about 3 to 4 weeks. While the effect of the treatment on the treated pigments are permanent, we will still have to prevent new pigmentation from appearing. In my case, it is acne control!

How long do Q switch laser results last?

Time-saving: Usual Q-Switched laser treatments last for about 12 to 15mins and is done once every 3 to 4 weeks. This saves time compared to no-frills laser treatments which only last for 1 to 2mins each and you would be advised to do these treatments up to 3 to 7 times a week.

Does Q switch hurt?

Background: Tattoo removal with a Q-switched laser is often a painful procedure. The sensation of pain associated with the treatment is immediate and acute. Application of topical anesthesia to the treated area of the skin is time-consuming, with only very moderate pain relief.

Is Q-switch laser safe for tattoo removal?

For more than a decade, the clinically safe and approved method for tattoo removal has been Q switched lasers. These lasers are specially equipped to produce short pulses of light energy, which shatter the tattoo ink and cause it to fade.

Does Q-switch hurt?

Does Q switch laser cause hyperpigmentation?

These side-effects include hypopigmentation (white patches on the skin) and hyperpigmentation (darker pigments due to over-stimulation of the skin). Time saving: Usual Q-Switched laser treatments take 12 – 15mins and is done once every 3-4 weeks.

What is the fastest tattoo removal laser?

Zapatat’s Accelerated Removal Technique, which we call “ARTSM,” is the world’s fastest laser method for removing most tattoos. ARTSM is based the R20 concept of 4 laser treatments (“Passes”) in 20-minute intervals. Through extensive testing, Zapatat refined the technique, improving both safety and effectiveness.