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Is Eye Protection Necessary for an IPL Treatment?
I have been told that IPL is not a true laser. If eye protection is necessary, how can I be sure that it is applied properly and fits my eyes correctly?
Asked 29 months ago by
Jenny Lynn in pacific northwest
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Eye Protection for IPL Laser - A Must!
Jenny, you are correct that IPL is not a true laser however eye protectin is part of the safety protocol. In my office we use opaque metal goggles. I also add a layer of gauze but that is more for comfort than safety. You maybe able to see the flashes of light but the goggles should protect you from the beam of light entering the pupil directly.
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Eye protection necessary for Intense Pulsed Light
I am not aware of any scientific studies on this subject.
But Intense Pulsed Light is just that: A pulse of Intense light.
Retinal damage and lens damage, over the years, occurs in many elderly people from just exposure to natural light.
Although not proven scientifically, it is logical to assume that Intense Pulsed Light would greatly accelerate this process.
We peotect the eyes of the patient and of the operator when administering Intense Pulsed Light.