Tattoo removal · Pigment · Skin revitalization
Picofy Laser Treatments
Picofy uses short laser pulses to target tattoo ink and selected pigmentation concerns. Therapeutic Elements in Lebanon, PA also offers fractional Picofy treatments for skin revitalization.
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What is a picosecond laser?
Picofy delivers pulses measured in picoseconds. These short pulses produce a photoacoustic effect that breaks targeted pigment into smaller particles for gradual clearance. The provider selects the wavelength and treatment approach for the pigment or concern.
What can Picofy treat?
- Unwanted tattoo ink
- Selected pigmentation and discoloration
- Uneven-looking skin tone
- Skin texture and overall revitalization
Is my tattoo or pigmentation suitable?
Tattoo color, density, depth, and age influence the plan and expected number of sessions. Pigmentation needs assessment before laser treatment because different causes of discoloration require different approaches. Your provider also considers skin tone and your medical history.
What happens during treatment?
The team evaluates the target, explains the expected response, and selects treatment settings. Tattoo and pigment treatment targets color; fractional revitalization uses a different approach to create microscopic treatment zones and trigger the skin’s repair response.
Recovery and results
A series is usually needed for tattoo removal, with time between sessions for healing and pigment clearance. Follow the Picofy care guide for preparation, early aftercare, tattoo-site healing, and sun protection. Complete clearance and a fixed number of visits cannot be promised.
Pricing and consultation
Ask the team for a quote based on the tattoo, pigmentation concern, or revitalization area. General laser pricing does not establish the total for a treatment series.
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How many Picofy tattoo-removal sessions will I need?
It depends on ink color, depth, density, age, and your response. The team assesses the tattoo before estimating a treatment course.
Is Picofy only for tattoo removal?
No. The practice also uses Picofy for selected pigmentation concerns and fractional skin revitalization.
Can any dark spot be treated with Picofy?
No. Your provider needs to identify the cause of the pigmentation and determine whether laser treatment is appropriate before treating it.
Medical expertise behind every recommendation.
Therapeutic Elements is led by Melissa Pietras, PA-C, founder, Army veteran, and clinician with over 18 years in medicine spanning emergency medicine, cardiothoracic surgery, and neurology. Dr. Gayle Ryan, MD, a general surgeon with more than 25 years of experience, oversees all procedures as Medical Director.
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