What is a thulium laser?
The Thulium laser is a state-of-the-art device that uses 1927 nm wavelengths, making it particularly effective on the top layers of the skin. This depth of action allows it not to damage the stratum corneum, but only to induce coagulative necrosis of the lower epidermal cells. This is what makes the thulium laser an extremely effective, but also less invasive, way of combating skin imperfections compared to other lasers.
It is worth noting that, thanks to the possibility of increasing the energy during the treatment, the depth of penetration can nevertheless be freely varied. In this case, the action within the dermis is extended, while still minimising damage to the stratum corneum.
Why is it worth having a thulium laser treatment?
A huge advantage of the thulium laser is minimizing the undesirable effects of laser therapy. After its use, there are no discolorations or keloids on the skin, which often accompany laser treatments. Although the skin may be red immediately after using the thulium laser, and micro-scabs may appear on its surface, they are a natural protection against viral and bacterial infections and inflammation.
When is it worth reaching for the thulium laser? The scope of its application is really wide. It will work both in eliminating pigmentation changes, e.g. melasma, lentigines, post-inflammatory discolorations, as well as skin structure disorders, i.e. wrinkles, enlarged pores. The thulium laser is also perfect for fighting stretch marks, scars and loss of skin elasticity.
Treatments using the thulium laser are also a remedy for improving the condition of hair, which, thanks to the stimulation of circulation and revitalization of the scalp, becomes stronger and thicker. The laser also helps to alleviate the symptoms of excessive skin dryness and dandruff.
What distinguishes the thulium laser from other lasers?
The thulium laser differs from the previously used ablative and fractional lasers in its mode of action. It is a so-called subablative laser, which does not affect the dermis, but targets the layer between it and the stratum corneum. This causes controlled micro-damage in the subepidermal part, which significantly shortens the recovery time after the procedure. For example, in the case of fractional lasers, it can be up to 14 days, while after using the thulium laser – from 2 to 3 days.
A number of studies and our practice show that the undesirable effects of laser therapy are also reduced to a minimum. After using the thulium laser, we only observe slight redness, dryness and roughness of the skin, as well as slight swelling, which disappear spontaneously after a few days.