Laser Physics 101: Education in Wavelengths

2025 - 128 Mins

Laser treatments remain one of the most powerful tools in aesthetic medicine—but only when grounded in proper physics. Since laser technologies and treatment protocols continue to evolve, it’s critical to revisit the foundational science that drives safe and effective outcomes. Join Gideon Kwok, DO and Lori Robertson, MSN, FNP-C for a focused, one-hour masterclass that breaks down core laser principles, device types, and safety strategies—empowering aesthetic providers to confidently integrate laser treatments into their practice with precision and care.

We will cover:

• Laser Physics Essentials: Understand the LASER acronym and grasp the science of Selective Photothermolysis—the foundation of safe and effective treatments.
• Skin Meets Light: Discover how lasers interact with chromophores like melanin, hemoglobin, and water to achieve targeted, photothermal results.
• Fine-Tune Your Treatments: Master the four key parameters—Wavelength, Pulse Duration, Fluence, and Spot Size—to control treatment outcomes with precision.
• Know Your Devices: Navigate today’s most common aesthetic laser technologies, from Q-Switched and Pico systems (for pigmentation and tattoos) to CO2 and Erbium lasers (for resurfacing and scars).
• Prioritize Safety: Learn how to assess Fitzpatrick skin types, conduct proper patient intake, and avoid common complications with smart patient selection and prep.

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