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Alex TriVantage Laser
Laser Treatment of Pigment and Tattoos
After the development
of the pulsed dye laser for treatment of blood vessels on the skin, considerable
research and data led to the development of several other laser systems
for pigmented lesions of the skin. Dr. Cox uses Candela's Alex TriVantage laser for the
treatment of sunspots that are commonly found on the face and the back
of the hands, freckles, brown birthmarks such as café au lait spots, and
tattoos. Treatment of brown spots with the Alex laser often requires
anywhere from one to three sessions and
treatment of tattoos can require a multitude of sessions. The effectiveness
of removal of tattoos depends on whether the tattoos are professional
or amateur. Amateur tattoos respond much more rapidly due to the higher
placement of the ink within the skin. Additionally, with treatment of
tattoos, complete removal does not always occur. As with any laser treatment,
it is important to avoid the sun both before and after laser treatment
so that the laser has the best chance of treating the problem. It is unlikely
for any permanent lightening of the skin or scarring to occur.
Before Tattoo Removal with Alexandrite Laser |
After Tattoo Removal with Alexandrite Laser |
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| Before Alexandrite Laser Tattoo Removal, After 3 treatments, 6 treatments, and 10 treatments. |
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