PicoSure Specialist

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
- Targeted Fragmentation: Laser selectively destroys melanin without harming normal skin
- Natural Clearance: Shattered pigments eliminated via lymphatic system
- 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:
- Melasma patients require pre-treatment assessment
- Temporary PIH may occur (resolves in 1-3 months)
- Discontinue acid-based skincare 2 weeks pre/post
Services
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