How are the diode lasers used?

The 810-nm diode lasers are primarily used for hair removal and, occasionally, for treatment of vascular lesions. The 1320-nm diode lasers have been used for nonablative laser resurfacing and treatment of acne scarring. The 1450-nm diode lasers have been used for nonablative laser resurfacing, treatment of acne scarring, and the treatment of active acne (Table 54-9).

Table 54-9. Diode Lasers
	WAVELENGTH		PULSE DURATION		USES
	532 nm		10–150 msec		Vascular lesions
	810 nm		10–1000 msec		Hair removal Vascular lesions
	1320 nm		20 msec		Nonablative resurfacing Acne scarring
	1450 nm		3 msec		Nonablative resurfacing Acne scarring Acne treatment