Information on Vascular Laser

What is the V BEAM?

The V BEAM (Vascular Beam) is a flash lamp excited pulse dyed laser (PDL).

What is the V BEAM used for?

The V BEAM is indicated for the treatment of blood vessel problems notably:

Broken Capillaries For more information see Broken Capillaries

Rosacea For more information see Rosacea

Facial Redness For more information see Facial Redness

Vascular Birthmarks such as Port Wine Stains (PWS) For more information see Birthmarks – Port Wine Stain

Spider Veins

For more information see Leg Veins – Spider Veins

Scars especially red raised scars or red stretchmarks – For more Information see Scars

How does the V BEAM work?

The V BEAM delivers pulses of laser energy at a wavelength that passes through the dermis and epidermis and is absorbed by the haemoglobin in the blood vessels rather than by the surrounding tissue.  The absorbed laser energy is converted into heat, causing coagulation of the target vessels, which are not subsequently regenerated.  The pulse width used is long enough to produce controlled coagulation, but short enough to avoid thermal damage to the surrounding tissue.

Technical Specifications

Laser Type:  Pulse Dye Laser

Wavelengths:  595nm

Maximum Energy:  6J

Maximum Repetition Rate: 1.5 Hertz

Pulse Duration:  1.5-40 milliseconds

Aiming Device:  7, 10, 3x10mm

Spot Sizes:  Cryogen (Dynamic Cooling)

Manufacturer

The V BEAM is manufactured by CANDELA Corporation who are based in Boston, USA.  CANDELA has been involved in developing laser technology since 1970 and has installed more than 12000 laser systems in over 70 countries around the world.

More information on the CANDELA Corporation can be found on their website www.candelalaser.com