Medlite C6
In Q - Laser produces two wavelengths, one in the infrared range (1064nm), this is used for blue tattoos, deep (professional) tattoos and dermal pigmented lesions. Second is 532nm which is useful for superficial brown lesions, solar lentigenes, freckles and red / orange tattoos. Pigment removal is done by rapid short pulsed laser beams.
The Q- Laser is quick, painless and without side effects. Large areas can be treated efficiently. All skin color types can be treated safely, regardless of whether a patient is tan. Dark hair is needed for treatment success in temporary hair removal, such as desired by patients for the summer season.
The Best Candidates
The skin conditions which can be treated by Q-lasers is
1. Epidermal and dermal pigmented lesions. The ability to treat Lentigenes (age spots), solar lentigos, café-au-lait lesions, and liver spots efficiently and effectively is a strong competitive advantage for any aesthetic medical practice.
2. Tattoos : Blue, grey & black tattoos are removed with Q-laser. Multiple sessions over many months may be required to attain favorable results. Color of the tattoo and the depth of the pigment influence the duration and the out come of the laser treatment.
Treatment Time
45-60 minutes or more depend on size of lesion or tatoo, may be repeated 6-8 week intervals
Minimal discomfort as only topical anesthetics needed for most individuals; mild sedation for additional comfort available for patients with transportation
The Procedure
Tattoos, age spots, certain birthmarks and even freckles disappear with the Q- laser. This laser provides effective treatment with little discomfort. While many patients do not require anesthesia, we offer several types of local anesthesia for your comfort.
The laser from the device penetrates the surface skin, reaches the pigment or tattoo ink in epidermis or dermis. Shortly after absorbing great laser energy the pigment expands and breaks into small particles which are to be removed from the body. The treatment purpose is achieved.
Epidermal and dermal pigmented lesions may be removed in 2 to 6 treatments depend on size or depth of lesions
Most Amateur tattoos can be removed in 2 to 4 treatments. Professionally done tattoos average 6 to 8 treatments.
After Your Procedure
Post-treatment care including
• You should expect some swelling and blistering during the first day or two after the procedure.
• Immediately following treatments, white crusting may occur. Any resultant scab generally resolves in 10-14 days.
• Continued lightening of pigmented lesions or the tattoo can be observed for 4-8 weeks after each treatment session.
• Wound care is required to aid the healing process and to prevent infection. Typically an antibiotic ointment and dressing changes are recommended.
• Recommendations include acetaminophen for pain, elevation of the treated area to counteract any local swelling, and sun avoidance to prevent tanning. 
