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01.12.2024 | Review Article

Picosecond lasers in cosmetic dermatology: where are we now? An overview of types and indications

verfasst von: Diala Haykal, Hugues Cartier, Cyril Maire, Serge Mordon

Erschienen in: Lasers in Medical Science | Ausgabe 1/2024

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Abstract

Q-switched lasers have undeniably revolutionized the field of laser dermatology since four decades ago. Just as the first-generation laser emits its photonic signal in a few nanoseconds, the picosecond laser delivers pulse widths of at least ten times shorter. These devices offer a powerful tool for treating a wide range of skin conditions with a minimal downtime for visible improvement. For the current study, a literature research was performed on the dermatological applications of picosecond laser. The literature searched on this topic between 1999 and 2023 accessible through various platforms produce a result of 62 articles. The included studies have discussed the application of picosecond laser technology in tattoo removal, treatment of epidermal and dermal pigmentation, and collagen remodeling. After sifting the data from the articles into tables, the results were discussed in detail. The study shows a lot of evidence towards the efficacy of picosecond laser, yet it draws attention to its downsides.

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Titel: Picosecond lasers in cosmetic dermatology: where are we now? An overview of types and indications
verfasst von: Diala Haykal
Hugues Cartier
Cyril Maire
Serge Mordon
Publikationsdatum: 01.12.2024
Verlag: Springer London
Erschienen in: Lasers in Medical Science / Ausgabe 1/2024
Print ISSN: 0268-8921
Elektronische ISSN: 1435-604X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10103-023-03945-5

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