As we get older, our skin needs external interventions to renew itself and maintain its vitality. Thulium laser machine is one of the effective non-surgical aesthetic procedures applied to add brightness and vitality to the skin, to protect it and to make the skin age well. With Thulium laser treatment, you can solve your skin problems without interrupting your social life.

1927nm thulium laser, which contributes to the self-repair of the skin by opening micro channels in the skin without peeling the skin, is one of the newest fractional laser treatments. Thulium laser with a wavelength of 1927mm opens micro channels in the skin without stripping the epidermal tissue by acting on both the upper layer and the lower layer of the villi.

What does Thulium Laser do?

Thulium fiber laser treatment is a process used for many deformations on the skin, but its main effect is the anti-aging treatment it initiates on the skin. In addition, it offers an effective treatment opportunity for sun, birth, freckles, scars, burns and stretch marks, as well as post-acne spots and age spots due to aging.

Thulium laser for face treatment is a reliable and comfortable treatment performed in a clinical setting. It is generally applied on the face, neck, décolleté and hand areas. However, depending on the problem, it can be applied in other body parts. In the Thulium laser treatment, which is performed in sessions of 35 minutes on average, the skin is cleaned and made ready for the treatment in the first place. Then, since the laser can be harmful to the eyes, special protective glasses are put on to protect the eyes and the process is started.

Is Thulium Laser a painful treatment?

Thulium laser treatment is an almost painless and acheless treatment performed in a clinical setting. Thulium Laser treatment, which aims to restore the brightness and vitality of the skin, is a comfortable procedure.

Thulium laser treatment is an treatment done in sessions. The number of sessions and the duration of the sessions vary according to the needs of the patients.

What are the advantages of Thulium Laser treatment?

Thulium laser treatment offers an effective and painless treatment for many skin problems. The practice in a clinical setting does not interrupt social life. Thulium laser treatment, which triggers the production of collagen in the skin, is one of the ideal treatments for those who want to age well.

What should be considered after Thulium Laser?

Thulium laser treatment, which is a reliable and comfortable treatment that does not interrupt social life, is a laser treatment applied to the skin surface, so it is important to protect the skin from the harmful rays of the sun after the treatment.

Fractional Thulium Laser, is a unique sub-ablative 1927nm wavelength Thulium laser that effectively targets facial pigmentation, improves enlarged pores and brightens the skin.

How does Fractional Thulium Laser work?

The thulium laser’s 1927nm wavelength penetrates to a deeper level within the lower part of the epidermis and dermis without causing the upper layer to peel. This precise layer is where most of the skin pigmentation resides. Pigmentations are then broken up into small fragments and absorbed by immune cells, renewing damaged skin and stimulating collagen production. This effectively targets and treats melasma, freckles, sunspots and age spots.

What are some of the areas Fractional Thulium Laser can treat?

Fractional Thulium Laser is used on the face to treat the following conditions:

*Melasma

*Sun spots

*Pigmentation

*Dull skin

*Large pores

*Wrinkles

*Scarring

Are you a good candidate for Fractional Thulium Laser treatment?

Patients who wish to achieve brighter, smoother and more radiant skin without the significant downtime of other more aggressive lasers would make good candidates for Fractional Thulium Laser treatment. Fractional Thulium Laser aims to produce results replicating the look of BB cream.  

Fractional Thulium Laser is also an effective treatment for fine lines and enlarged pores. However, it is important to undergo a proper consultation and communicate your treatment history and expectations to your doctor beforehand.

What is the process of getting Fractional Thulium Laser treatment like?

Fractional Thulium Laser Treatment does not involve any broken skin, incisions or surgery. A topical aesthetic cream is applied prior to treatment to ensure minimal pain during the procedure. You may feel a slight prickling sensation during the treatment but this is well tolerated by most. After the procedure, patients may experience some warmth and redness similar to a sunburn, which usually subsides in 1 to 4 hours.

Are there any side effects of Fractional Thulium Laser? What is the downtime like?

Patients might feel like their skin is slightly red and a little sensitive for the next 1-2 days post-treatment. It is recommended to stay at home to avoid sun exposure and outdoor contaminants. Downtime depends on the laser settings. There are various settings that would control the coverage, depth and effect of the laser, and the setting chosen depends on your skin condition, the results you desire and the downtime acceptable to you.

Low intensity is for skin renewal, to enhance penetration of topical medications and hydration and has downtime for 1 to 2 days. For more intense laser treatments, your doctor might prescribe therapeutic masks to speed up the healing process. These therapeutic masks are to be applied twice daily for 5 days.

What results can you expect from a Fractional Thulium Laser treatment?

Results of Fractional Thulium Laser treatment can be seen 2 to 3 weeks after the procedure. Patients can expect brighter and fairer skin, smoother and younger-looking skin, tighter pores, improving in pigmentation, improvement in fine wrinkles and overall improvement in skin texture and tone. Patients may also find that there’s improvement on shallower acne scars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Let us clear your doubts!

#How is the Fractional Thulium Laser different from other lasers?

The Fractional Thulium Laser is more intensely targeted on the pigment bearing layer of the skin than other non-ablative lasers and doesn’t require as many treatments. The Fractional Thulium Laser is also specifically for skin smoothening and pore refining with minimal downtime. Your suitability for fractional thulium laser is subject to assessment by Dr Wan as there may be various options depending on your skin and the effect you would like to achieve.

#How soon can you apply makeup after the Thulium Laser treatment?

Depending on the intensity of the laser settings, patients may start to apply makeup immediately up to 2-3 days after treatment, when the fine pinpoint micro-crusting has resolved. Prematurely removing the micro crusts may result in poorer or slower recovery.

#Will Fractional Thulium Laser be effective for fine wrinkles and enlarged pores?

Yes, apart from stimulating collagen production and brightening skin, Fractional Thulium Laser is also an effective treatment for fine wrinkles and enlarged pores.