Q SWITCH LASER
The Q-Switch laser produces 2 wavelengths, one in the infrared range that penetrates deeply into the skin without injuring the top layer of skin and a second beam of that is useful for superficial skin lesions. Q-switching refers to the technique of making the laser produce a high intensity beam in very short pulses.
The laser can be used to rejuvenate many areas of the body including the face, neck, chest, and back.
Q-Switch Laser Treatment Conditions
- Sun damaged skin
- Wrinkles
- Pigment
- Nevus of Ota
- Café-au-lait lesions
- Solar lentigines
- Uneven skin tone and texture
- Enlarged pores
- Melasma
Q-Switch Laser Benefits
- Removes brown age and liver spots (lentigines)
- Removes freckles
- Removes brown birthmarks and Nevus of Ota
- Minimize fine lines and wrinkles
- Improves skin tone and texture
- Stimulates new collagen synthesis to improve skin tone
- Safe for all skin colors and types
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q‑Switch laser treatment is an advanced laser procedure that targets pigment and tattoos for clearer skin.
Yes, Mill Creek Skin & Laser Center offers Q‑Switch laser treatments to local patients.
The Q‑Switch laser delivers high energy pulses that break up pigment and tattoo ink particles so the body can remove them.
Q‑Switch laser can treat tattoos, sun spots, age spots, freckles, melasma, and other pigmented lesions.
Yes, Q‑Switch laser is effective for laser tattoo removal on many ink colors.
Yes, the laser targets age spots and sun induced pigmentation to improve skin tone.
Most patients describe mild discomfort during treatment and may use numbing if needed.
The number of treatments varies by condition and individual response but a series of sessions is common.
Downtime is minimal and most patients return to daily activities soon after treatment.
Q‑Switch laser may help improve melasma and uneven pigmentation with a customized plan.
When performed by trained professionals, Q‑Switch laser typically does not leave scars.
Yes, the Q‑Switch laser can be safely used on many skin types with proper settings.
Yes, it can target freckles and other small pigmented spots on the face or body.
A session often takes 10 to 30 minutes depending on the area and concern treated.
Yes, by reducing pigmented spots the laser often creates a more even skin tone.
Q‑Switch laser is effective on many ink colors including difficult pigments like blue and green.
Temporary redness, swelling, or mild irritation may occur and usually resolves quickly.
Yes, protecting treated skin from sun exposure helps with healing and results.
Laser skin treatments are usually cosmetic and not covered by insurance.
Contact Mill Creek Skin & Laser Center to book your Q‑Switch laser consultation and personalized treatment plan.
