Lasers represent a form of energy that can be manipulated to accomplish a number of medical procedures from the complex surgical removal of an acoustic neuroma in an operating room(OR) to the less invasive removal of unwanted body hair or facial rejuvenation in a salon or spa. Regardless of the procedure, it is important to understand the properties and safety aspects of laser utilization. This knowledge will enable you to manage a safe and successful laser and light therapy practice.

Radio frequency (RF) devices have a very low frequency represented in devices such as Thermage™ (Solta Medical, Inc., Hayward, California). Radio frequency produces heat (thermal injury) deep within the dermis causing tissue tightening and remodeling. There is a difference between Radio Frequency and lasers.
Lasers convert light to heat and target specific superficial structures or chromophores through a process of selective photo-thermolysis. RF produces heat to a greater volume of tissue when the tissue's electrical resistance converts the electric current to thermal energy deeper in the dermis.

Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs). LEDs are neither a laser nor IPL.
Through a process of thermolysis, Lasers and IPL selectively destroy a specific target. LED's have a much lower energy output and stimulate biological tissue by supporting collagen synthesis, repair, circulation, support the reduction of inflammation, and the appearance of some pigment.

Morning study will emphasize:

• Laser & Light Applications
• Definition of Laser
• Physics
• Energy measurement and delivery
• The three principal parts of laser construction.
• The 3 characteristics of laser light.
• The chromophores tissue reaction and absorption.
• Characteristics of Laser Light
• Therapeutic Properties of Lasers
• Who regulates esthetician licenses and use of laser/light therapy devices.
• The Difference between A Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL).
• Radio Frequency
• LED - Biological Effects of Various Wavelengths
• FDA Device Classification
• The Meaning of Intended Use
• Laser Hazard Classes

• Demonstration of a laser Treatment
• Demonstration of LED's Light & Energy Facial
• Equipment Identification and Information
• Registrations/Certifications
• Safety Considerations and equipment Specifications
• Client Medical & Lifestyle History, Consultation, Documentation and Skin
  Evaluation
• Precautions and Contra-indications to Treatment
• Pre Treatment Protocol
• Post Treatment Protocol

Class Fee: $175.00
Ongoing Enrollment.