PicoSure Specialist

Simon Lee, MD -  - Aesthetics

Simon Med Spa

Simon Lee, MD

Aesthetics located in Milpitas, CA & Burlingame, CA

PicoSure Q & A

 

Pico Laser Toning - Pigmentation Removal 

Pico laser represents the new gold standard in pigmentation treatment, delivering ultra-short pulses (picosecond-level) to shatter pigment particles with 7x greater efficiency than traditional Q-switched lasers, while minimizing thermal damage to surrounding tissues.

 

Key Advantages

✔ Faster Pulses: 550-750 picoseconds (1ps = trillionth of a second)

✔ Stronger Efficacy: Photoacoustic effect (non-thermal) completely fragments stubborn pigments

✔ Minimal Downtime: Mild redness subsides within 24-48 hours

✔ Multi-Wavelength: Adjustable (532nm/755nm/1064nm) for different pigment types

 

How It Works

  1. Targeted Fragmentation: Laser selectively destroys melanin without harming normal skin
  2. Natural Clearance: Shattered pigments eliminated via lymphatic system
  3. Collagen Boost: Some devices feature focus lenses for simultaneous skin rejuvenation

 

Treatable Pigmentation

▶ Epidermal: Freckles, sun spots, age spots

▶ Dermal: Melasma (requires low-energy mode)

▶ Mixed: Café-au-lait spots, nevus of Ota

▶ Tattoos: Especially effective on blue/green/black inks

 

Treatment Protocol

▸ Prep: Cleansing + topical anesthesia (optional)

▸ Duration: 15-30 minutes (full face)

▸ Aftercare:

  • Immediate cooling
  • Avoid water contact for 3 days
  • Strict SPF50+ PA+++ sunscreen

 

Recommended Sessions

  • Superficial: 1-2 sessions (4-week intervals)
  • Deep: 3-5 sessions (6-8-week intervals)
  • Maintenance: Annual touch-ups

 

Important Notes:

  1. Melasma patients require pre-treatment assessment
  2. Temporary PIH may occur (resolves in 1-3 months)
  3. Discontinue acid-based skincare 2 weeks pre/post