DioLite
How does the laser work?
A laser generates an intense beam of light. This beam brings energy to a specific site, through a small handpiece connected to the laser console. The laser light is absorbed by oxyhemoglobin (bright red blood cells carrying oxygen) and melanin/pigment (black or brown pigment found in the skin) causing decomposition or destruction by heat of unwanted cells while leaving healthy cells intact.What is a vascular lesion?
A vascular lesion is formed by abnormally large or numerous blood vessels located directly under the surface of the skin. These vessels may be visible through the skin or result in a red appearance of the skin.What is a pigmented lesion?
Melanin is the dark pigment present in skin and is produced by melanocytes. Pigmented lesions occur when an abundance of melanocytes are found in the skin. When dark pigment multiplies, it forms freckles, brown age spots and moles.What should a patient expect during and after treatment?
A Treatment may vary, depending upon patient characteristics and the area being treated. You will be asked to wear special goggles to protect your eyes from the intense beam of laser light. You will be placed in a reclined position, depending on the location of treatment. The doctor will use a "pencil thin" handpiece to direct a beam of laser light to the lesion. In most cases, anesthesia is not required.What conditions are treated with the laser?
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Vascular Lesions:
- Facial Telangiectasia — spider veins caused by a dilation of capillary vessels or arterioles
- Cherry Angiomas — slightly raised, red lesions
- Spider Angiomas &mdashl slightly raised, red spider-like lesions
- Rosacea — red facial lesions around the nose and cheeks causing a sunburn look
- Lentigines — flat, brown spots on the skin; present on skin with frequent sun exposure
- Keratoses — slightly elevated pigmented spots often found on the back and hands
- Freckles — brownish spots on the skin; common on people with fair skin
- Dermatosis Papulosis Nigra — small, black marks seen primarily on people of Asian or African descent
Pigmented Lesions:
What are the benefits of laser treatment?
- Excellent and consistent outcome — minimal to no discoloration, swelling or complications
- Friendly and gentle treatment — typically performed without anesthesia or pain
- Simple treatment — minimal care before and after treatment
- Comfortable surroundings — treatment is performed in your doctor's office and only minutes
