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Light-based treatments like laser and IPL can be effective, but it's important to check for contraindications before starting. A thorough health history and client consultation should always be carried out, and clients with any of the following need special consideration: darker skin type, history of skin cancer, light sensitivity, medication, infection, or pregnancy. Get written consent before starting any treatment, and be sure to disclose the risks, benefits, and alternatives. Clients under 18 should have a legal guardian's agreement.Read now
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Surgical plume and its associated hazards to perioperative staff
An important part of our laser safety course for hospital staff is the management of plume, or surgical smoke. This new article by registered nurse Andrea Carrick is a comprehensive review of the current standards for practice and risk management and yet again, reinforces the need for anyone who uses a laser to have laser safety training.
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Laser Course Queensland
Are you looking to acquire a Queensland licence for laser treatments? Discover how Bravura Education can help you achieve your goal. Many individuals often confuse the laser safety certificate with obtaining a licence, but we're here to provide clarity.
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HELP! Why is it SO Hard to Choose a Laser?
Did you know listed at the TGA alone there are more than 250 laser companies and that each of them has about four devices each? This list doesn't include ANY of those companies not making therapeutic claims that can sell lasers online of variable quality.Read now -
Workplace-based and medical device seller’s education may not be ‘up to the job’ for laser and other treatments in cosmetic medicine
Read nowBut why should we expect them to be? Clinics are already working full tilt to deliver client care let alone have the capacity for a robust, evidence based, peer reviewed and comprehensive education program. Many clinics have a handful of...
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Laser and IPL issues so complex that perhaps AHPRA need to be involved say ARPANSA
Read nowWe know that the issues around the use of laser and IPL are far wider reaching than just radiation health. The issue report ARPANSA has to deal with runs to 447 pages and analysis is expected to be lengthy with...
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Step 1: Complete your laser/IPL education before you buy your new machine
Read nowAt last a definitive answer to this quandary from the experts! According to Dr Singh "Learning the basics of laser physics plays a vital role in the usage of a laser. Get yourself adequately trained in the laser you are...
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Laser and IPL Burns: Now What?! by Logue, RE. (2016) Dermascope-the encyclopedia of aesthetics and spa therapy
Read nowIt is 8:30 a.m. You have just turned on the lights to your office and that proverbial phone call rolls in. "I think you have burnt me! I have blisters all over my legs and I could not sleep all...
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ARPANSA LASER/IPL REGULATION UPDATE
Read nowThe Cosmetic and Beauty Therapy IPL/Laser Working Group recently completed the analysis of public responses to the IPL/Laser Consultation RIS put forward in 2015. A report was tabled at the November Radiation Health Committee meeting for consideration. The results of the analysis will feed future decisions concerning...