Intense Pulsed Light
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is an effective dermatological treatment technology well-known in the cosmetic and medical circles. It is used to perform treatments for aesthetic and therapeutic purposes. It also works as a treatment option for pilonidal cysts, promising excellent results with quick healing and no risk of side effects.
First introduced in the 1990s, IPL has proven its efficacy. Its ability to penetrate the skin tissue to remove hair at the very source makes it an automatic treatment choice for pilonidal cysts. It works effectively well with other dermatological conditions because of its proven efficacy in preventing sinus formation, infection, and inflammation.
IPL works by allowing the absorption of photons by exogenous or endogenous chromophores within the skin, transferring energy and heat to destroy the targeted tissue structures in a process known as selective photothermolysis. Because IPL allows easy manipulation of wavelengths to avoid damage in surrounding structures, IPL proves to be an effective treatment for pilonidal cysts. It offers an attractive alternative to open surgery, enabling patients to prevent the frequent and severe postoperative issues associated with surgery.
