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INTERACTIVE CLINICAL TOOL

Laser Wavelength
Explorer

Visualize tissue penetration, chromophore absorption, and safety profiles for Alexandrite, Diode, Nd:YAG and CO2 lasers.

Interactive Wavelength Explorer

Select a laser type and skin type to see how they interact

Laser Configuration

Wavelength:810nm
Targets:
  • Melanin (hair follicles)
  • Pigmented lesions
Penetration:2-3mm
Settings:

Medium fluence, appropriate for most skin types

Safety Assessment

Safe for this skin type
Approved Fitzpatrick Types:
Type IType IIType IIIType IV

Laser Wavelength Comparison

810nm
Diode

Melanin (medium skin)

Wavelength determines which chromophore (melanin, hemoglobin, water) is targeted and how deep the energy penetrates.

Interactive Penetration Depth

Drag the slider to simulate how different wavelengths interact with human tissue.

532nm (KTP)10,600nm (CO2)

Epidermis

0-0.1mm

Outermost layer, contains melanin

Dermis

0.1-2mm

Contains collagen, elastin, blood vessels

Hypodermis

2-10mm

Subcutaneous fat layer

Learn more about laser wavelengths