The Cynergy Vascular Laser and Candela V Beam are state-of-the-art laser technology to safely and effectively target unwanted facial veins, vascular lesions, hair follicles and benign epidermal pigmented lesions. As this is a medical grade laser, these treatments are performed by dermatologists only.

The Cynergy Vascular Laser has two different wavelengths: Pulsed Dye (585nm) and ND:YAG (1064nm), to offer excellent results with a minimum of discomfort and side effects.

Laser is light that produces intense heat or energy. As the laser light passes through the epidermis to target vessels, it is absorbed by the target and converted into heat within the abnormal vessel walls. The heating of the vessel walls causes coagulation or destruction of the vessel. As the Cynergy Vascular Laser has been designed to target vessels only, it will not cause any harm to surrounding tissue.

1. Telangiectasia - Broken Capillaries on the face.

2. Port Wine Stain - Vascular Birthmark, pale pink to dark purple in colour, primarily located on the face and neck. Response to treatment varies with colour, maturity, depth and nodularity of the lesion.

3. Hemangiomas - Superifical to deep collection of vessels that are raised above the skin surface. Although these lesions may be present at birth, they are more commonly seen after the first few days to weeks of life. If left untreated, these lesions may grow and become disfiguring.

4. Hypertrophic and Keloid Scars - Red, raised, smooth scars, occurring after injury or surgery. Laser treatments will eliminate the vessels and may reduce the bulkiness of the scar and normalize the skin texture.

5. Poikiloderma of Civatte - Characterized by telangiectasia characterized with atrophic changes in the skin as well as irregularity of pigmentation. Commonly found on the upper chest and lateral neck. It can be caused by chronic sun exposure and use of perfumes or colognes in this area.

6. Pseudofolliculitis Barbae - Ingrown hairs. Ideal for Asian / Black skins. Treated with the ND:YAG laser.

• Avoid sun exposure, sun beds and self tanning creams one month prior to treatment and throughout the course of your laser treatment. Apply sun block twice daily. Patients with a history of cold sores (herpes simplex) should consider prophylactic antiviral medication.
• Depending on the lesion and skin colour, the dermatologist might do a test spot firstly to determine the tissue response and healing phase (approximately 6 weeks).
• Most adults tolerate the treatment without the need for anaesthesia, although treatment of large lesions may be less comfortable. Children and particularly infants may require a topical anaesthetic cream (Emla) 45 minutes before treatment. Myprodol tablets may also be taken. Asprin should not be used the day of the treatment as it causes thinning of the blood which may then result in bruising. Discuss these options with your dermatologist.
• Disclose all medication during your consultation with the dermatologist.
• Treatment with the Cynergy Laser is used to fade, reduce or eliminate vascular lesions. Results will vary with each patient. Therapy using the Cynergy Laser is not a cure for vein disease. Multiple treatments at 6 to 8 week intervals are often necessary.

• No rubbing and / or scratching the treated area
• No swimming while discoloration is present
• Apply moisturizing cream or antibiotic ointment twice daily while discoloration is present
• Do not shave the treated area if crusting is present
• Do not pick the crusted area. Keep moist and let it fall off on its own
• Applying make-up is permitted if no crusting is present
• Discomfort may be relieved with ice packs
• If the treated area is tender or red, contact the laser centre immediately
• Apply sun block twice daily

Complications can occur with any laser procedure. The following adverse effects can occur when treating with the Cynergy Laser:

• Scarring, although rare, can occur following any laser procedure.
• Blistering during a treatment may be an indication of sun exposure. Blistering can occur during the first three days following the laser procedure. Blistered areas should be treated with care, keeping the area moist with an ointment until area has healed.
• Papules, similar to hives, may develop in some patients. This irritation usually subsides in a few hours.
• Scaling or scabbing of the skin is most often associated with higher energy settings.
• Hyperpigmentation (darkening of the treated area) or hypopigmentation (excessive lightening of the treated area) may occur. Reported pigmentary changes have been transient.
• Atrophic changes are textural surface changes that have been occasionally noted in patients that have not been compliant with post treatment skin care instructions.
• When using the Cynergy Laser for hair removal, pustules or pimples may develop in the first few days following treatment. The affected area should be kept clean and treated with care.
• When treating veins, patients will experience some temporary reddening of the skin around the treatment site.

Should you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact the laser centre or your dermatologist.