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As the demographics of aesthetic patients grows, so too do the concerns about pigmentation disorders, downtime and the pursuit of youthful skin. This is leading to a rise in popularity for nanosecond and 
picosecond laser treatments. In the past, providers had to make a choice of which device is right for their practice. But now, the Helios 785 Pico from LASEROPTEK Co. Ltd. (Seoul, South Korea) merges both pico and nano technologies into a solid-state laser resonator that enables 532 nm and 1064 nm nanosecond pulses to coexist with 785 nm true picosecond pulses in one platform.
“The Helios 785 Pico is a unique technology powered by a potent laser,” reported dermatologist Jose Tabush, MD, of Tabush Dermatologia in San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica. “Through optical ingenuity, the laser beam generated by an Nd:YAG rod is converted into a 785 nm picosecond pulse wavelength. This means that in our hands we have a laser system that is more e cient and therefore much easier to maintain when compared to traditional 755 nm wavelength lasers.”
According to Dr. Tabush, the 785 nm wavelength is optimal for working with Fitzpatrick III skin types and higher, including Latin and Asian skin. “This is not only due to its advantageous position in the melanin absorption curve but also considering the melaninhemoglobin absorption ratio. The Helios 785 Pico is exceptionally precise when treating pigmentation, and compared to other technologies, fewer shots are required to address pigmentation,” he added.
“I use my Helios 785 Pico device mainly for lentigines on all skin types,” reported Suneel Chilukuri, MD, dermatologist and director of cosmetic surgery at Refresh Dermatology (Houston, Texas). He explained that Pico lasers are popular due to their potential for collagen stimulation without breaking the skin barrier. Instead, laserinduced optical breakdowns (LIOB) or microcavities are created in the skin without disrupting the skin’s surface to stimulate collagen production.
“I often use my Helio 785 Pico to treat macular seborrheic keratosis, which I have never had a great treatment for in the past, as well as acne and post-surgical scars,” Dr. Chilukuri 
stated. “I also use it for pico-toning, which is a quick, zero-downtime treatment we do for patients right before their important events. It is also part of my Clear, Brighten, Lift (CBL) Procedure for skin laxity where I combine the Helios 785 Pico treatment with the ClearSilk (Sciton), Sylfi rm X (BENEV Company, Inc.), and then Moxi (Sciton) all in the same session.”
Dr. Chilukuri mentioned the device enhances his practice by boosting their social media presence. “We posted the before and after photos of a treatment using the Helios 785 Pico on a patient with skin type IV, where we were able to eliminate a large dark spot on her nose whereas past treatments had been unsuccessful. This turned out to be one of our most liked and commented posts, which helped with credentialing our practice and shows that we can treat all skin types.”
“The patients in our clinic have seen remarkable improvements,” shared Dr. Tabush. “With minimal to no pain, signifi cantly reduced social downtime, quick treatments, and the ability to address all types of pigmentation on any skin type, Helios 785 Pico represents the future in terms of precision, e cacy and a pain-free experience that patients no longer need to worry about.”
