Vbeam LaserWhat is the Vbeam Laser?
The VBeam Laser is a specialised pulsed dye laser (PDL) designed for treating a range of skin conditions, including vascular lesions, skin discolouration, and various pigmentation issues. Utilising a wavelength of 595nm, the VBeam Laser effectively targets blood vessels and pigmented lesions, making it highly effective for addressing vascular and pigmented skin concerns.
The VBeam Laser operates with a wavelength that is specifically absorbed by hemoglobin in red blood cells and melanin, the pigment in the skin. The laser emits pulses of light that convert into heat, selectively damaging the targeted blood vessels or pigmented areas while leaving the surrounding skin largely unaffected. This targeted approach helps to minimise damage and enhances treatment precision.
What Conditions and Symptoms Can the Vbeam Treat?
The Vbeam Laser is effective against a wide range of skin conditions. Here are some of the primary issues it addresses:
- Vascular Lesions: It effectively treats conditions such as spider veins, broken capillaries, rosacea, infant hemangiomas and port-wine stains. The laser coagulates the blood vessels, causing them to collapse and eventually be reabsorbed by the body.
- Pigmented Lesions: It addresses issues like age spots and sunspots by targeting excess melanin in the skin.
- Skin Texture & Tone: The VBeam laser can improve overall skin texture, reduce redness, and enhance the appearance of scars, particularly those with vascular components.
Each Vbeam Laser treatment is customised, with parameters adjusted to effectively treat the patient’s specific condition while ensuring maximum safety and comfort.
What To Expect from a Vbeam Laser Treatment
When you come to The Skin Centre for a Vbeam Laser treatment, you can expect a comfortable and straightforward procedure. Each session lasts about 20 minutes, during which the Vbeam device is used to deliver specific laser energy to the targeted areas. The laser handpiece emits short bursts of light that target specific vascular or pigmented areas. You may experience a mild stinging or snapping sensation, like a rubber band snapped against the skin.
Immediately after the treatment the skin will have a bruised appearance of moderate intensity, it may feel swollen and tight. Some may experience mild redness or swelling, but these side effects typically subside within a few days. Our team provides detailed aftercare instructions and is available to answer any questions post-treatment.
