Can 560 filter be used effectively to remove freckles? I went on consultation today and asked which filter they plan to use to remove freckles. I was told 560. My understanding is 515 is for pigment. Please advise.
Answer: Removing Freckles -- a combination of Lasers (IPL, Fraxel), Microneedling/PRP, TCA Peels, Cosmelan, See an Experta A combination approach will give the most improvement with freckles. I recommend lasers (IPL combined with Fraxel), microneedling with PRP, Cosmelan and TCA peels. The number of sessions needed will vary. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Removing Freckles -- a combination of Lasers (IPL, Fraxel), Microneedling/PRP, TCA Peels, Cosmelan, See an Experta A combination approach will give the most improvement with freckles. I recommend lasers (IPL combined with Fraxel), microneedling with PRP, Cosmelan and TCA peels. The number of sessions needed will vary. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Can BBL remove freckles? Both wavelengths may be used.
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December 18, 2019
Answer: 560 vs 515 filter Both filters can be used to remove pigment. The drive factor behind which one you will use will depend on the color of skin being treated. Skin types I-III can tolerated either 515 and 560 when treating pigmentation. 515 will be a little more aggressive and is used for stubborn pigment. With skin types IV-V you will want to take a more conservative approach and use 560 to minimize the possibility of burns or PIH.
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December 18, 2019
Answer: 560 vs 515 filter Both filters can be used to remove pigment. The drive factor behind which one you will use will depend on the color of skin being treated. Skin types I-III can tolerated either 515 and 560 when treating pigmentation. 515 will be a little more aggressive and is used for stubborn pigment. With skin types IV-V you will want to take a more conservative approach and use 560 to minimize the possibility of burns or PIH.
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October 12, 2019
Answer: BBL treatment - 515nm vs 560nm I have found BBL to be a very effective device for removing freckles. The choice of filter is determined by the patient skin type, the darkness of the freckles, and whether there is also prominent redness. If you are darker Fitzpatrick skin type (3 to 4 or higher), or if your freckles are on the darker side, or if you have prominent vessels/redness in addition to your freckles then 560nm filter would be appropriate, at least for the initial treatment. After getting some improvement, the stubborn, lighter freckles could then in some cases be targeted individually with a 515nm filter.
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October 12, 2019
Answer: BBL treatment - 515nm vs 560nm I have found BBL to be a very effective device for removing freckles. The choice of filter is determined by the patient skin type, the darkness of the freckles, and whether there is also prominent redness. If you are darker Fitzpatrick skin type (3 to 4 or higher), or if your freckles are on the darker side, or if you have prominent vessels/redness in addition to your freckles then 560nm filter would be appropriate, at least for the initial treatment. After getting some improvement, the stubborn, lighter freckles could then in some cases be targeted individually with a 515nm filter.
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October 7, 2019
Answer: Selection of filters for BBL What filter to use will depend on a few factors, but primarily skin color and sun damage. BBL has great software embedded that allows the user to enter information about the patient's skin and it will guide the protocol with filters and attachments that narrow the footprint of the applicator. The user has the ability to adjust the settings depending on the skin response. Any smart person who has been trained how to use the BBL will be able to select the proper filter.
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October 7, 2019
Answer: Selection of filters for BBL What filter to use will depend on a few factors, but primarily skin color and sun damage. BBL has great software embedded that allows the user to enter information about the patient's skin and it will guide the protocol with filters and attachments that narrow the footprint of the applicator. The user has the ability to adjust the settings depending on the skin response. Any smart person who has been trained how to use the BBL will be able to select the proper filter.
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