Pico Lasers
The Pico Laser uses an advanced type of laser technology that is designed to treat skin hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, acne scars, and tattoo removal. Pico Lasers rejuvenate the skin, even out skin tone, and improve texture to reveal a younger-looking, smoother, glowing skin.
Different brands of Pico Lasers are available in Singapore. However, not all brands are genuine Pico Lasers. At Om Aesthetics, we use PicoHi, which is one of the true Pico Laser that has been verified by a third-party review committee.
How does a Pico Laser work?
A Pico Laser emits specialized wavelengths of energy in picoseconds to break down dark pigments within the skin, hence removing hyperpigmentation and revealing a bright, evened out skin tone. The energy beams also induce natural healing processes in the skin, promote cell turnover, and stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. These processes help reduce fine lines and wrinkles while also improving skin structure, texture, and elasticity.
Compared with nanosecond lasers, Pico Lasers deliver more concentrated energy in a shorter period of time, hence producing less heat when applied onto the skin. Pico Laser treatment therefore causes less irritation, requires less downtime, and fewer sessions to adequately eliminate dark spots and acne scars.
FAQ
Pico Lasers are a powerful tool to effectively erase hyperpigmentation of the skin and signs of skin aging. Specifically, Pico Lasers are used to treat the following:
- Melasma
- Freckles
- Lentigo
- Tattoo
- Acne scars
- Dark spots
- Nevus
The Pico Laser procedure is non-invasive, safe, quick, and almost painless. Prior to the procedure, we apply our premium numbing cream for 20-30 minutes to make the treatment more comfortable. The actual duration of the procedure depends on the skin condition of the patient and the specific combination of lasers used. In most cases, the procedure lasts for 15-20 minutes.
The Pico Laser treatment has minimal downtime. The exact duration of the downtime period depends on the specific skin concerns and other procedures necessary to achieve optimum results. In most cases, mild redness occurs which can last up to 2-3 days. In some patients, the redness lasts for up to one week.
The number of Pico Laser sessions depends on your specific skin concern. On an average 8-10 sessions gives desired results in most patients. Tattoo removal and treatment for scars may require more sessions.
The most common side effects after lasers irritation, redness, and dryness of skin. In most patients, these side effects are mild and resolve spontaneously through time. Some patients may develop a condition known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), which occurs if proper post-procedure care is not taken.
After Pico Laser treatment, it is important that you follow post-procedure care and precautions, which include sun avoidance and consistent use of sunblock and moisturizer.
Our Doctor Profile
Dr Neil (Nilesh Pawar)
Dr. Neil graduated from the esteemed Grant Medical College in 2010 with first-class honours in Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). Ever since studying medicine, Dr. Neil has always been passionate about aesthetics and anti-aging treatments. After graduating from medical school, he was awarded a full scholarship to pursue a research fellowship in New York, USA. He focused on the study of Alzheimer’s Disease and other aging-related diseases. Through his research studies, Dr. Neil gained a deep understanding of the pathology of aging-related diseases and the therapeutic modalities that alleviate the impacts of such diseases. His fellowship also further strengthened his passion for the field of aesthetics and anti-aging medicine.
Dr. Neil is one of the very few to be accredited with a Board Certification in Aesthetic Medicine by the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine in Singapore. He has obtained all his national aesthetic certificates of competence to perform aesthetic procedures from the National Skin Center, Singapore.
To further advance his understanding of skin-related topics and aesthetic techniques, Dr. Neil undertook a Graduate Diploma in Dermatology at the Queen Mary University of London, where he graduated with a Distinction. He also received rigorous clinical training in aesthetic medicine from expert dermatologists and plastic surgeons from Korea, the USA, and Europe. He keeps his medical practice up-to-date by regularly attending international conferences and workshops on the emerging technologies and procedures in aesthetic medicine. With his notable experience and involvement in clinical practice and research, he has published extensively in several peer-reviewed journals.
Today, Dr. Neil is known for being an expert in delivering natural results through his precise and artistic approach to aesthetic procedures. He specializes in all face lifting and face slimming procedures and has developed his own combination protocols to get effective results. He also attends to patients for various other aesthetic procedures such as nose augmentation, chin sculpting, face fillers, face/body slimming procedures, and various laser procedures.
1 https://www.aaamed.org/board-certified-physicians.php- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Grant Medical College, Bombay)
- Board Certified in Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM, USA)
- Diploma in Clinical Dermatology (Distinction) (UK)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM, USA)
- International Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM, USA)
- Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (NUS, Singapore)
- International Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM, USA)
- Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (NUS, Singapore)
- Certificate of Training – Regenera Activa by Rigenera-HBW Technology
- Certificate of Competence: Dermal fillers injection, Dermatological Society of Singapore – NSC (Singapore)
- Certificate of Competence: Botulinum Toxin injection, Dermatological Society of Singapore – NSC (Singapore)
- Certificate of Competence: Dermal fillers injection, Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (Singapore)
- Certificate of Competence: Botulinum Toxin injection, Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (Singapore)
- Certificate of Competence: Devices for Skin Tightening, Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (Singapore)
- Certificate of Competence: Non-Surgical Body Contouring, Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (Singapore)
- Certificate of Competence: Laser, Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (Singapore)
- Certificate of Competence: Chemical Peels, Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (Singapore)
- Certificate of Training – Fillers, Lasers and Rejuran, Asian Centre of Aesthetics and Surgery
- Certificate of Training – Ellanse Collagen filler
- Certificate of Training – Restylane Fillers, Galderma
- Certificate of Training – Stylage fillers, Vivacy Paris
- Certificate of Training – Cleviel fillers, Korea
