{"id":6296,"date":"2020-03-22T16:02:46","date_gmt":"2020-03-22T08:02:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demo.veribel.com.sg\/?p=6296"},"modified":"2020-03-30T22:28:06","modified_gmt":"2020-03-30T14:28:06","slug":"pico-laser-vs-q-switched-laser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.veribel.com.sg\/index.php\/2020\/03\/22\/pico-laser-vs-q-switched-laser\/","title":{"rendered":"Pico Laser VS Q-switched Laser"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In this laser pigment series, I will address common pigmentation concerns in Singaporeans, and share my opinion on the debate, picolaser vs Q-switched laser, which is better?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a Q-switched laser?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The laser fires energy in short nanosecond pulses. These pulses break down pigmentation, and your body\u2019s immune system, your macrophages, will gradually remove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a picosecond laser?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n


It is an advancedtechnology from traditional Q-switched lasers, firing beams 10 times faster, hence feels less warm on your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the benefit of a picosecond laser vs a Q-switched laser?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n


Traditionally, we have been using the Q-switched laserwhichdoes effectively address majority of pigmentations. It\u2019sexcellent for large stubborn pigments like sunspotsand Horis Nevus.Studies demonstrate that pico laser is superior to Q-switched laserfor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Tattoo removal<\/li>
  2. Stubborn pigmentation ( A good example is melasma, which occur in 20% of the pigmentation patients I see in my clinic)<\/li>
  3. Pores and superficial acne scars<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    What is the cost of each laser treatment?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Q<\/strong>–<\/strong>switched laser: <\/strong>Cost varies depending on the duration of treatment, type of pigmentation, and expertise of your doctor. It can range from $100 \u2013$500<\/strong>
    Pico laser:<\/strong>Costalsovaries depending on the duration of treatment, type of pigmentation, and expertise of your doctor.Prices range from $300 \u2013 $750<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What are the side effects of pico laser compared to a Q- switched laser?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    A picosecond laser, by virtual of its shorter pulse of energy,
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    1. Is less painful<\/li>
    2. Has less PIH risk (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)<\/li>
    3. And in event of PIH, tends to be less severe and lasts shorter duration<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n


      But the downside of picosecond laser is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Less glow and radiance post laser compared to Q-switched laser<\/li>
      2. Less effective for bigger pigments<\/li>
      3. More costly than Q-switched laser<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Can we effectively combine both lasers?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n


        Yes, in certain pigments, we can use a Q-switched laser to break down large pigments into smaller ones, followed by a pico laser to shatter the small pigments further.
        Finally, the key is still, sunblock. Stay in the shade and away from too much sunshine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        The conclusion:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        So pico laser vs Q-switched laser, which is better?
        In my experience, I think the question to ask is, which laser treatment is most suitable for me. Both lasers have pros and cons, so ultimately, it depends on your skin condition and expectation.<\/p>\n

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