ReviewLasers in medical science2023
Picosecond lasers in cosmetic dermatology: where are we now? An overview of types and indications.
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5 citing papers in PubMed.
- A New Predictive Model for Tattoo Removal: Leveraging Patient and Tattoo Characteristics.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Article
- The Efficacy of 532/755 nm Laser Therapy for Facial Pigmented and Vascular Lesions: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Review
- Harnessing AI in Laser Aesthetic Treatments: Revolutionizing Precision, Safety, and Personalization.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Article
- Treatment of café-au-lait macules with picosecond and nanosecond 1064-nm nd: YAG laser: a retrospective study.Lasers in medical science · 2025Article
- Advancements in laser technologies for skin rejuvenation: A comprehensive review of efficacy and safety.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2024Review
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4 authors.
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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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