The DESCRIBE Patch is a 2.5 X 3 inch square of silicone infused with perfluorodecalin (PFD) – a completely inert, harmless liquid that allows your doctor to treat your tattoo several times with the laser in a single treatment session.
Not only does the Patch allow up to 4X as many laser passes per visit compared to conventional treatment, but it also helps the laser reach ink particles deep within the skin, which may be particularly beneficial for older tattoos.
When the laser passes over your tattoo, a white, bubbly layer forms.1 Your doctor won’t pass over this area again until that bubbly layer is gone — and that can take a while. So a physician can traditionally make only one laser pass per treatment.
The DESCRIBE Patch works quickly to eliminate that white, bubbly layer, making it possible for the doctor to perform up to 4X as many passes per treatment session compared to traditional treatment.
The Patch also helps protect your skin from the heat of the laser, which may reduce the likelihood that your skin will be damaged. Less injury can translate into reduced time between treatment sessions.
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The DESCRIBE Patch is a square of silicone infused with perfluorodecalin (PFD) – a completely inert, harmless liquid that allows your doctor to treat your tattoo several times with the laser in a single treatment session. Not only does the Patch allow up to 4X as many laser passes per visit compared to conventional treatment, but it also helps the laser reach ink particles deep within the skin, which may be particularly beneficial for older tattoos. The size of the Patch is 2.5 X 3 inches.
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The Patch doesn’t hurt, but laser tattoo removal can cause discomfort. By using the Patch, patients experience less discomfort during treatment and less redness and swelling afterward. This means an overall more comfortable experience for patients who opt to use the Patch.
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The use of the DESCRIBE PFD Patch does not alter potential adverse events from those encountered with the use of lasers alone. These potential adverse events may include redness, swelling, pigmentary changes, infection, scabbing, scarring, crusting, bruising, itching, flaking, or blistering.
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The Patch is an additional add-on so the cost for the Patch as well as the tattoo removal will vary depending on the size and area of the tattoo. However, because the Patch allows for up to 4x as many passes per treatment session, that means that fewer treatments may be required which could save both time and money. Ask us during your complimentary consultation.
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There are several good reasons to use the Patch.
A tattoo may clear more quickly with the Patch than without it. Because more laser passes are possible with the Patch, fewer office visits may be needed, so you save time.
The Patch absorbs laser energy that could otherwise damage your skin.
Patients experience less pain, redness, and swelling after treatment with the Patch. Less injury may mean you will be able to schedule your next treatment sooner.