THE USE OF Q-SWITCHED ND YAG WITH 755nm AND 1064nm FOR TATTOO REMOVAL

High power lasers have been frequently used to remove tattoo pigments. According to reports in the literature, the most used types of lasers for this purpose are Alexandrite and Nd Yag. As an innovation, this study aimed to investigate the action of the Q Switched Nd Yag laser at two different wavelengths (755 nm and 1064 nm) for tattoo removal. A case study was carried out, in which the patient was selected according to the predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The region was then examined and the treatment protocol was initiated. For this study, the Syrius Yag equipment, developed and manufactured by the Brazilian medical equipment industry IBRAMED, was used. Three treatment sessions were performed with an interval of 45 days between them. In the first two sessions, the wavelength of 1064 nm, 200 mJ, 7 Hz with the spot set at 9 mm and 300 mJ, 7 Hz with the spot set at 8 mm respectively were used. The results demonstrated lightening of the tattoo throughout the treated area, quantified by scale at up to 75%, which indicates the effectiveness of the treatment in removing pigments present in the skin. In addition, the patient reported satisfaction with the treatment in only three sessions and no adverse events were recorded during the entire investigation period. In conclusion, the study demonstrates that the protocol using Q switched laser at the wavelengths used is safe and effective for removing skin pigments, further reinforcing that the 755 nm fractional tip can significantly contribute to the removal of smaller and more superficial pigments.