- Cosmetic Dermatology
KTP Laser Treatments
Laser Treatment for Skin Discolorations
A precise laser that targets broken capillaries, facial redness, rosacea, cherry angiomas, and brown spots.
Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Craig Singer offers KTP laser treatments at his Bingham Farms practice.
Quick facts
Treats
KTP 532 nm laser
Sessions
Varies by concern
Downtime
Little to none
Best for
Vascular & pigmented spots
Areas
Face, neck, chest
What is KTP laser?
KTP (potassium titanyl phosphate) laser is an FDA approved device for the treatment of common skin growths, and it is considered the best option for certain vascular and pigmented lesions. It is manufactured by the LightMed corporation in California and is widely used in cosmetic dermatology. The laser consists of a Solid State Diode Pumped 532nm green light source with a flexible handpiece and a precise mechanism of delivery.
Precise, targeted treatment
Because the KTP wavelength is selectively absorbed by its targets (red blood vessels and brown pigment), surrounding skin is spared. Most treatments are quick and require little to no downtime.
How does KTP laser work?
A high intensity wavelength of light is selectively absorbed by either hemoglobin (red pigment) or melanin (brown pigment) while sparing the surrounding skin. The undesired lesion is subsequently removed by the body’s natural immune response, while leaving the normal skin intact. This allows for precise removal of a lesion.
What types of problems does KTP treat?
- Broken blood vessels (telangiectasia) on the nose and cheeks
- Cherry angiomas
- Rosacea
- Venous lakes (blood vessel on the lower lip)
- Red acne scars and red surgical scars
- Acne (inflammatory type)
- Benign Pigmented Lesions
- Dermatosis Papulosis Nigra (DPN) – dark moles on the cheeks and around the eyes in people with skin of color
- Dark sunspots on the back of the hands
- Warts
What are the advantages of KTP treatment?
- Safe and Effective Treatment of Pigmented and Vascular Lesions
- Comfortable Treatments for Patient Usually with No Anesthesia Required
- Allows Precise Tissue Interaction with Minimal Collateral Tissue Affected
- High Energy Tissue Absorption and Penetration for Predictable Lesion Removal
- Flexible Fiber with Handpiece for Easy to Perform Cutaneous Treatments
- No Purpura (no bruising) for Greater Patient Satisfaction
What the KTP laser treats
KTP is especially effective for red and brown spots:
Broken capillaries
Clearing visible vessels on the face.
Facial redness & rosacea
Reducing background redness and flushing.
Cherry angiomas
Treating small red papules on the skin.
Brown spots
Lightening sun spots and pigment.
KTP laser before & after
Frequently asked questions
What the KTP laser treats, how it works, comfort, downtime, sessions, and aftercare.
Does the laser hurt?
There is very little discomfort. It feels like somebody is touching a pin to your skin. Most people would estimate discomfort to be 2/10 on a pain scale. Use of ice/cooling is sufficient to keep people comfortable.
Do I need anesthesia for this procedure?
No. There is no need for anesthesia, and no need for topical anesthesia. We apply ice before and after the procedure which is more than sufficient for most people.
What do I need to know before my procedure?
Avoid direct sun exposure one week before and one week after laser treatment. This means a hat and sunscreen (minimum 45 SPF) to cover treated areas. Do not plan on important social obligations for 3 to 4 days after laser treatment.
What will I look like afterwards? Is there downtime?
Immediately following the treatment, the areas treated will have a red flush/swelling which usually resolves within 24 hours depending on the intensity of the treatment and your skin type. Most vessels will disappear during the treatment but will often reappear when you get home. – This is normal as it takes time for the body to reabsorb these blood vessels. Some larger vessels may be reduced in size. Areas treated for abnormal vessels may also form a linear scaly surface crust. These scabs will fall off by themselves a few days after treatment. Pigmented spots will turn darker during treatment and will remain visible until the lesion crusts and falls off naturally 5 to 15 days after the treatment.
Downtime is minimal.
Can I go in the sun afterwards?
No. You should avoid direct sun exposure for one week after the procedure. Otherwise, you may experience prolonged redness/swelling, prolonged hyperpigmentation, and inferior results.
How many treatment sessions will I need?
We recommend three sessions for best results. Sometimes complete response is achieved in one or two treatments.
How far apart are the treatments scheduled?
Four weeks.
Is this covered by insurance?
Does this laser work well for diffuse sunspots across the face?
No. This laser treats dark spots very well. However, light-colored sun freckles do not respond well to this type of laser. Diffuse photo damage is best treated either with BBL/IPL or chemical peels.
KTP laser treatment across metro Detroit
Dr. Singer offers KTP (532nm) laser treatment for rosacea, broken capillaries, facial veins, cherry angiomas, and brown sun spots at his Bingham Farms office, convenient to patients throughout Oakland County and metro Detroit.
- Bingham Farms
- Birmingham
- Bloomfield Hills
- West Bloomfield
- Royal Oak
- Troy
- Detroit
- Farmington
- Southfield
- Novi
- Metro Detroit
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About Dr. Craig Singer MD Dermatology
Located in Bingham Farms, Craig Singer MD Dermatology was founded in 2017 by Dr. Craig Singer, a board-certified dermatologist.
We specialize in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology, treating patients of all ages, newborn through elderly. We have expertise in a wide variety of skin conditions including eczema, acne, and warts as well as complicated dermatological issues that include hair loss and autoimmune disease. In addition, we are highly skilled in the evaluation of moles and skin cancer.
For more than 20 years, Dr. Craig Singer has helped thousands of patients look and feel their best.
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