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using metrogel in between IPL treatments

Intermittent pulsed light therapy in combination with metronidazole 1% gel for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate rosacea: A pilot studyMichael Gold, MD, Gold Skin Care Center, Tennessee Clinical Research Center, Nashville, TN, United StatesRosacea is a common dermatologic disorder characterized by the presence of facial erythema, visible blood vessels, and acneiform papules and pustules. With the face being …

 

IPL Technology Primer (incl. Lumenis One)

This 2003 paper from Lasers in Surgery and Medicine gives some good information about IPL Technology. Whilst it doesn’t deal with rosacea directly, it will help those interested in IPL technology and treatment. The devices reviewed include Photoderm, EpiLight, Vasculight and IPL Quantum.

In 2004 a new IPL Treatment platform, Lumenis One was introduced. The Lumenis One incorporates 3 treatment technologies; IPL, Nd:YAG and LightSheer. Whilst …

 

lasers, ipl and asian skin

This study is investigating the best methods to reduce the hyperpigmentation that can effect asian skin that is treated with lasers or IPL.

Effective and safe use of lasers, light sources, and radiofrequency devices in the clinical management of Asian patients with selected dermatoses, Henry H.L. Chan, University of Hong Kong and Chinese University of Hong Kong, Clinical Insight, Lasers in Surgery and Medicine Volume …

 

IPL numbing cream BTL better than EMLA

The topic of how best to cope with the pain of a laser or IPL treatment session is a recurring topic on rosacea-support. Luckily for us, Dr. Soldo has been an Anesthestist for 30 years.

In Dr. Soldo’s post on numbing before IPL, he explains why his usage of a custom combination of BTL - betacaine, tetracaine and lidocaine is preferable to …

 

IPL is excellent for rosacea

The first large scale, long term look at IPL that I’ve seen. The news is good, IPL is gaining more and more professional weight as a mainstream rosacea treatment. Also see the end of this article for links to more leading edge information on IPL.

Effective treatment of rosacea using intense pulsed light systems. Dermatologic Surgery. 2005 Oct;31(10):1285-9., Schroeter CA, Haaf-von Below …