Many of our patients here at Marmur Medical visit us to remove moles, hyperpigmentation, birthmarks, sun damage, tattoos, and similar skin conditions. Our experts often suggest using the Q-Switched ND YAG laser or the PiQo4 laser, which are innovative technologies that can significantly lighten pigmented lesions and tattoos.
Celebrity dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon Dr. Ellen Marmur specifically chose these two lasers because of their reputation for safety, versatility, and extraordinary results. Marmur Medical is committed to serving our patients with world-class dermatology care. Our primary goal is to make you happy and comfortable in your own skin!
Learn about the many benefits of the PiQo4 and Q-Switched ND YAG lasers in New York City by reading on. You can also contact Marmur Medical’s elite team of dermatology experts by calling 212-996- 6900 or contacting us online today.
The Q-Switched ND YAG laser works by targeting concentrated areas of pigmentation and different color tattoo inks in the skin. The laser utilizes two energy frequencies: 1064 nanometers to target deeper skin layers, and 532 nanometers to address pigment in the more superficial layers. Due to its versatility, the Q-Switched Nd YAG laser can be used to treat a variety of concerns.
There are several uses for this laser that we frequently recommend for our patients in New York City. Q-Switched ND YAG Laser works tremendously in treating pigment-related conditions such as age spots, freckles, moles, and birthmarks. The laser is also an exceptional platform for laser tattoo removal. It can provide dramatic lightening of most tattoo colors but tends to be most effective on darker inks. It can also work wonders on dark circles under the eyes and poikiloderma, or areas of mottled discoloration from chronic sun damage. We also remove undesirable eyebrow makeup from microblading, and other makeup like eyeliner and lipliner.
When administered by Marmur Medical’s industry-renowned experts, the Q-Switched ND YAG laser should be considered very safe. We go to great lengths to extensively train our team and ensure they demonstrate mastery of laser devices. Our team can administer the latest treatment techniques effectively and safely.
To begin your treatment, we will numb the area with a topical or local anesthetic to make your treatment as comfortable as possible. We will also provide protective eyewear for you.
Next, your doctor or PA will calibrate specific settings and treat your skin with precise energy bursts to break down the pigment. You may feel some slight discomfort during this stage, as the laser will cause micro-damage in the skin. However, most patients handle this procedure very well, and our providers work diligently to ensure maximum comfort.
We typically recommend that our patients schedule multiple treatment sessions to achieve the best results. The number of sessions primarily depends on the treatment area’s size and the specific issues you are looking to address. Dr. Marmur generally recommends between one and five sessions; sometimes one session is enough for freckles but often you might require at least 3 sessions for larger spots. Tattoos are made from different inks that have different longevity and are unpredictable when estimating how many treatments will be necessary. Dr. Marmur usually finds it takes between three and five sessions spaced at 6 week intervals to see a significant fading of the tattoo inks.
Results with the Q-Switched ND YAG Laser are generally long-lasting, as long as patients closely adhere to all of our recommended aftercare instructions.
PiQo4 is an ultrafast pulsed pigmentation treatment that’s effective on all skin types with varying parameters Its unique technology offers four wavelengths in order to treat the broadest range of pigment/tattoo colors on the broadest range of skin types. These four wavelengths – 1064nm, 532nm, 650nm, and 585nm – target 9 of the most frequently used tattoo colors ranging from light orange to dark black.
PiQo4 addresses discoloration and pigmentation on the neck, face, arms, chest, hands, and back but can be used on all non hair bearing skin. By using high-energy light beams, it can improve several skin issues, including post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma, sun damage, and tattoos. PiQo4 laser treatments address a wide range of pigment shades with high energy and fast results. It may come as a surprise but the PiQo4 fractional laser also improves wrinkles.
One of PiQo4’s most significant benefits is that we can use it safely on almost all skin tones. Many laser treatments are unsafe for treating darker skin tones or removing skin pigment. PiQo4 is considered to be relatively safe for all patients and can significantly improve all skin tones due to the safety benefit of the ultrafast pulse width that can treat super-specific pigment particles with less collateral damage to normally pigmented skin. Dr. Marmur recommends meticulous sun protection and skincare before and after laser treatments.
The PiQo4 laser focuses its energy quickly and precisely on the areas of concern, immediately microscopically shattering the pigment with minimal heat generated. This gives the PiQo4 laser an advantage over other lasers and devices where bulk heating of surrounding tissues can cause increased tissue injury, patient downtime, or even the worsening of pigmentation, especially on darker skin. Additionally, the spot size is entirely adjustable to treat small and large areas, and treatments are typically associated with minimal downtime.
While patients may find the treatment to be mildly uncomfortable, most find it tolerable, especially as sessions are short. Patients more sensitive to pain can choose a numbing gel, or cold air can be used to make the treatments more comfortable. After treatment, meticulous skincare with MMSkincare Revive and Repose serums and masks and the green MMSphere LED light is clinically proven to successfully optimize results.
We may recommend either one or a series of scheduled treatments to gain the best results, depending on your issues. Like the Q-Switched Nd YAG laser, the number of sessions depends on the size of the treatment area and your unique concerns.
Results should be enduring with proper care.
The piQo4 laser focuses its energy quickly and precisely on the areas of concern, immediately shattering the pigment with minimal heat generated. This gives the piQo4 laser an advantage over other lasers and devices where bulk heating of surrounding tissues can cause increased tissue injury, patient downtime, or even the worsening of pigmentation, especially on darker skin. Additionally, the spot size is entirely adjustable to treat small and large areas, and treatments are typically associated with minimal downtime.
While patients may find the treatment to be mildly uncomfortable, most find it tolerable, especially as sessions are short. Patients more sensitive to pain can choose a numbing gel, or cold air can be used to make the treatments more comfortable. During your initial consultation, Dr. Marmur and the Marmur Medical team will review what you can expect post-treatment. Please see the post-procedure care guide below.
Post-procedure care:
Marmur Medical’s state-of-the-art dermatology practice is home to many of the industry’s leading laser treatments, including Clear + Brillant | Fraxel DUAL | HALO, Laser Peels | Deep Laser Resurfacing, IntraCel | ClearScan YAG, and more. The best way to see which method is right for you is to schedule a consultation with the Marmur Medical team.
Our MMSkincare Post-Laser Revive Bundle has been created for your ongoing post-treatment skincare.
The Marmur Medical team is excited to share these two state-of-the-art laser treatments with our current and prospective New York City dermatology patients. If you would like to learn more, we invite you to visit us in one of our New York City offices for an in-depth consultation to evaluate your concerns. We are committed to providing world-class dermatology care and services.
We invite you to visit us in one of New York City’s best dermatology facilities. To get started, call us at 212-996-6900 or contact us online to schedule your NYC today!
