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SmartPICO Laser in Ipswich

Consultation-led SmartPICO laser treatment planning with suitability assessment, patch testing and individual aftercare.

Not every skin mark or pigmentation concern is suitable for laser. Changing, irregular or uncertain lesions require an appropriate medical assessment before cosmetic treatment is considered.

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Not every mark should be lasered

Assessment comes before treatment

Laser treatment is intended for selected benign pigmentation concerns. If a mark is new, changing, irregular, sore, itchy, bleeding or crusting, contact your GP or an appropriate skin specialist for medical assessment rather than booking cosmetic laser treatment.

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Dual wavelength

The SmartPICO platform combines 532 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths for pigment at different depths.

Consultation first

The mark, skin type, medical history and treatment goals are reviewed before treatment is recommended.

Patch test

A test area may be required so the skin response can be assessed before a full session.

Individual results

Response, number of sessions, recovery and risk of pigment change vary from person to person.

About SmartPICO

Understand the laser before choosing treatment

SmartPICO uses ultra-short picosecond pulses and 532 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths. Settings are selected according to the concern, skin profile and treatment goal.

A consultation and any required patch test come before a treatment course is agreed.

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The SmartPICO pathway includes

  • Consultation and skin history
  • 532 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths
  • Picosecond pulse technology
  • Patch testing where required
  • Individual treatment planning
  • Aftercare and review guidance

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What SmartPICO technology does

SmartPICO delivers energy in very short picosecond pulses. The two wavelengths allow treatment settings to be adjusted for selected suitable concerns at different pigment depths.

Consultation and patch testing

The clinician reviews the concern, skin profile, medical history and realistic goals. A patch test may be required before a full treatment plan is confirmed.

How treatment sessions are planned

Settings, spacing and the number of sessions vary according to the treatment area, response and clinical assessment. A fixed result or number of sessions cannot be guaranteed in advance.

Aftercare and review

Follow the supplied aftercare and sun-protection guidance. Temporary redness, swelling, darkening or lightening should be discussed during consent and reviewed if unexpected.

Based in Ipswich

SmartPICO pigmentation consultations in Ipswich

Dr Skin Central Diagnostics is based at 5 The Walk, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 1EA and welcomes enquiries from people travelling across Suffolk, Essex, Norfolk and London.

  • Ipswich
  • Felixstowe
  • Woodbridge
  • Stowmarket
  • Needham Market
  • Hadleigh
  • Kesgrave
  • Martlesham
  • Bury St Edmunds
  • Sudbury
  • Colchester
  • London

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Questions

SmartPICO laser FAQs

What is SmartPICO?

SmartPICO is a dual-wavelength picosecond laser platform. Whether it is suitable depends on the concern, treatment area, skin profile and clinical assessment.

Will I need a patch test?

A patch test may be required before full treatment. The clinic will confirm the correct pathway after consultation.

How many sessions will I need?

The number and spacing of sessions vary according to the concern and how the area responds. This is discussed during consultation and reviewed as treatment progresses.

Is there downtime?

Temporary redness, swelling, darkening or lightening can occur. The clinician will explain likely reactions and aftercare before you consent.

Ready to discuss your pigmentation concern?

Book a consultation to assess the mark, your skin and whether SmartPICO or another approach is appropriate.

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