PicoSure Pro Laser Skin Treatment
PicoSure Pro delivers laser energy in trillionths of a second, and is designed to target pigment while limiting heat. Many patients consider it to help lighten sun spots and refresh skin texture, and downtime is often short.
Picosecond precision for clearer skin
PicoSure Pro uses ultra-short pulses that create a photoacoustic effect, which is intended to break pigment into very fine particles that the body then clears over time.
Many patients find treatments tolerable and recovery fairly quick, though comfort and healing vary. Patients with busy schedules who want gradual change often ask about this option.
Beyond pigment, a special lens array is FDA-cleared to treat wrinkles and acne scars, and may improve their look. We select the setting that fits your concern.
At a glance
- Visit
- About 20–40 minutes
- Series
- Often 3–6 sessions, several weeks apart
- Downtime
- Often short; mild redness is common
- Treats
- Sun spots, freckles, texture
Who it helps
Patients who notice:
- Sun spots or age spots
- Uneven pigment
- Freckles they would like to lighten
- Dull skin
- Fine lines
- Shallow acne scars
What to expect
- 1Skin check. We confirm your pigment concerns and make sure the laser is appropriate for your skin type.
- 2Laser treatment. Eye protection is placed and pulses are delivered over the area. Most patients describe a light snapping sensation.
- 3Aftercare. Treated spots may darken before flaking away. Sunscreen is essential between visits.
Careful with pigment
Pigment can be tricky, and not every dark spot is a harmless one. Our providers examine concerning spots first and treat only when the diagnosis is clear.
PicoSure Pro questions
How many PicoSure Pro treatments will I need?
It depends on the concern. Some sun spots improve within a few sessions, but response varies, and diffuse pigment or texture often needs a longer series.
Does it hurt?
Most patients describe a mild snapping or tingling feeling. Numbing cream is available for sensitive areas.
Is there downtime?
Many patients have little to none. Mild redness or darkening of spots can occur and typically fades within days.
Can PicoSure Pro treat melasma?
It may help some patients, but melasma can be stubborn and may return. We discuss realistic expectations and sun protection.
Visit us in Gulf Breeze
103 Nightingale Ln, Gulf Breeze, FL 32561 · Get directions
Text or leave a voicemail at (850) 934-8138. Serving Gulf Breeze, Pensacola, Pensacola Beach and Navarre.
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Individual results vary. This page is for information only and is not medical advice. Not all pigmented lesions are suitable for laser; a skin check comes first.
