Dr David Goldberg
Q Switch: How Does It Work?
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Patients commonly seek treatment for brown spots, which include freckles, age spots, and sun damage. While intense pulsed light is often used in spa settings, a Frequency-doubled Q-switched Nd:YAG laser is presented as a more effective and safer treatment option. This laser utilizes green light, which is selectively absorbed by brown pigments, leading to the removal of the spots. The procedure is described as nearly painless and straightforward, typically showing improvement after one treatment, though a second session might occasionally be required. It is emphasized that this treatment addresses existing spots but does not prevent new ones; therefore, sun protection remains crucial for prevention.
Solar lentigines: Medical term for sun or age spots on skin.
Nd:YAG laser: Laser used for safe and effective brown spot removal.