Intense Pulse Light Procedure in Newmarket and Parnell

Difference between IPL and Laser treatment

Science and technology has introduced several advance procedures to treat different diseases/problems people suffer from. The technology in medical science has brought in procedures that are non-invasive, effective, and successful with lesser or no side effects. The topic of discussion in here is advance procedure of Intense Pulse Light. It is known as IPL in short term.  There is a slight difference between Intense Pulse Light treatment and Laser treatment that has been used in surgery for years. IPL is adaptations of the laser which more suited to the beauty industry where as the laser treatments are used to treat more sever diseases in skin and body as well as for cosmetic treatments as well. The difference between IPL and Laser treatment, as far as treatment in concerned is the coverage. In IPL procedure coverage is several times the area that is covered in laser beam treatment. In laser treatment a small or targeted spot is covered at a time. That is why IPL treatment is quicker than laser technique treatments. Let’s understand it in this way. In laser treatment, lasers produce light from a specific wavelength for a targeted sport. On other hand, in intense pulse light treatment, light is composed of spectrum of colors from different wavelength. This process enables selective light-absorption to different targets. So in a single treatment, more area is covered to treat.

IPL Procedure Involves

In area of Parnell and Newmarket, Skin Care Clinics are available. Expert dermatologists and specialists are offering IPL based treatments to all their clients. An expert practitioner explains the process to client/patient. An expert clearly defines the expectations of the treatments provided. Consultation session is necessary so that doctor can define what treatment is to be given to patient\client. Experts recommend/ suggest avoiding sun exposure in the days and weeks before and after treatment. The procedure involves a topical anesthetic application to the area (there may or may not be necessity of applying it, an expert takes the decision). Then a cold gel is applied to the area being treated. IPL devices often have integrated cooling systems. Then a smooth, glass surface of the IPL treatment head is applied to the skin. This delivers precise pulses of light to the area being treated. The procedure takes few minutes, about 20 minutes or so. Generally, course of 4-6 sessions every 3-6 weeks are performed to achieve desired results. There is no downtime and most patients return to work immediately after treatment.