Candela GentleYAG (Mini GentleYAG) 1064 nm Nd:YAG Laser System
Candela
Aesthetic medical laser deviceProfessional long-pulsed 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser for hair removal and vascular treatments
Certifications
- CE Marked medical device (class IIa) for specified dermatologic and aesthetic indications under the Medical Devices Directive in applicable markets.
- Class IV laser device conforming to relevant laser safety standards and regulations for medical laser systems.
- Designed and manufactured under quality management systems consistent with ISO 13485 for medical devices (at company level).
- Use is subject to local radiation / laser safety regulations and professional practice guidelines for medical and aesthetic lasers.
- CE Marked medical device (class IIa) for specified dermatologic and aesthetic indications under the Medical Devices Directive in applicable markets.
- Class IV laser device conforming to relevant laser safety standards and regulations for medical laser systems.
- Designed and manufactured under quality management systems consistent with ISO 13485 for medical devices (at company level).
- Use is subject to local radiation / laser safety regulations and professional practice guidelines for medical and aesthetic lasers.
Professional long-pulsed 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser for hair removal and vascular treatments
Description
The Candela GentleYAG (Mini GentleYAG) is a medical-grade, long-pulsed 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser system designed for permanent hair reduction and the treatment of a range of vascular and cosmetic indications. The 2005 GentleYAG unit listed by Laser & Aesthetics is a pre-owned Mini GentleYAG configuration capable of treating Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI. It uses Candela’s Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) to deliver bursts of cryogen before each laser pulse for epidermal protection and patient comfort, and supports multiple spot sizes (typically 12, 15 and 18 mm) with repetition rates up to around 2 Hz, allowing fast treatment of large and small areas for hair removal, beard bumps (pseudofolliculitis barbae), facial and leg veins, wrinkles, skin tightening and other benign vascular or pigmented lesions.
Bnefits
- 1064 nm long-pulsed Nd:YAG wavelength enables effective hair removal on all skin types (Fitzpatrick I–VI), including darker and tanned skin.
- Treats multiple indications beyond hair removal, including beard bumps (PFB), facial lesions, fine lines and wrinkles, leg veins, vascular lesions, warts, skin rejuvenation and hemangiomas.
- Candela’s Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) delivers controlled cryogen spray prior to each pulse to provide consistent epidermal cooling and improve patient comfort.
- Multiple spot sizes (commonly 12, 15 and 18 mm) and repetition rates up to approximately 2 Hz support rapid treatment times and efficient coverage of large areas.
- Mini GentleYAG configuration allows treatment of patients year-round, including those with tanned skin, due to the deeply penetrating 1064 nm wavelength and epidermal protection.
- Widely used and supported platform with established clinical history and availability of refurbished systems, parts and service from multiple specialist dealers.
Indications
- Permanent hair reduction and removal on the face and body for Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI.
- Treatment of beard bumps / pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB).
- Treatment of facial and leg veins and other benign vascular lesions.
- Skin tightening and improvement in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Skin rejuvenation procedures for overall texture and tone improvement.
- Treatment of certain benign lesions such as warts and hemangiomas, according to applicable clinical guidelines and the device’s instructions for use.
Composition
- Laser type: long-pulsed 1064 nm Nd:YAG solid-state laser.
- Cooling: integrated Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) delivering cryogen spray for epidermal protection.
- Delivery: fiber-optic delivery system with handpiece and interchangeable distance gauges / spot-size adapters (typically 6–18 mm, with Mini GentleYAG commonly supplied with 12, 15 and 18 mm).
- Console: floor-standing laser system with touchscreen display, key switch, emergency stop, status indicators and integrated cooling and control electronics.
- Accessories: footswitch, fiber pole assembly for handpiece support, laser safety eyewear and distance gauges, depending on specific package and reseller.
Formulation
- Capital equipment: floor-standing dermatologic laser platform (GentleYAG or Mini GentleYAG) for use in professional medical / aesthetic settings.
- Long-pulsed 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser operating in the near-infrared, with adjustable fluence, pulse duration and repetition rate to suit indication and skin type.
- System classification: Class IV laser device with electrical safety classification typically Class I, Type BF as per manufacturer documentation.
Packaging
- Pre-owned 2005 Mini GentleYAG system as advertised by Laser & Aesthetics typically includes:
- • GentleYAG or Mini GentleYAG main console.
- • YAG delivery system / handpiece with fiber-optic cable.
- • Set of distance gauges / spot-size adapters (commonly 12, 15 and 18 mm; some units may also include 6–10 mm and specialty sizes).
- • Footswitch and fiber support pole / mast.
- • Power cord and system keys.
- • User manual and basic accessories such as eye protection and warning signage, depending on the specific reseller listing.
- Laser & Aesthetics notes that the 2005 unit is sold with all consumables and that free delivery is provided within a defined local radius; detailed inclusions may vary by seller and should be verified at the point of purchase.
Usage
- Install the GentleYAG system in a suitable clinical environment with appropriate electrical supply, ventilation and laser safety controls, following the manufacturer’s installation and safety guidelines.
- Connect the YAG delivery system / handpiece and fiber pole assembly, ensuring all connectors are secure and that the fiber is routed without sharp bends.
- Power on the system using the key switch and allow the device to complete its self-test and warm-up sequence; verify that no error messages are present and that the system is in a ready state.
- Select treatment parameters on the user interface based on the indication, treatment area, skin type and hair characteristics, in accordance with the GentleYAG operator’s manual and clinical training (fluence, pulse duration, repetition rate, spot size and DCD settings).
- Prepare the treatment area by cleansing the skin, shaving hair if performing hair removal, removing makeup or topical products, and ensuring there are no contraindicated conditions such as active infection or recent tanning beyond the acceptable limits described in the IFU.
- Provide the patient and all staff in the room with appropriate wavelength-specific laser safety eyewear and display laser warning signage as required by local regulations.
- Place the correct distance gauge on the handpiece to set the desired spot size, position the handpiece perpendicular to the skin with full contact, and trigger the laser using the footswitch while monitoring the aiming beam and skin response.
- Use appropriate test spots and adjust parameters as needed for efficacy and safety, ensuring that DCD is functioning and that epidermal response remains within expected limits.
- After treatment, examine the skin for typical immediate endpoints (such as perifollicular erythema and edema in hair removal) and provide written and verbal post-treatment care instructions, including sun avoidance and photoprotection.
- Perform regular cleaning, maintenance and safety checks on the system, handpiece and distance gauges as specified in the operator’s manual, and ensure that only properly trained and credentialed practitioners operate the device.
Contraindications
- Use on patients with absolute or relative contraindications to long-pulsed 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser treatment as described in the GentleYAG operator’s manual (for example, certain photosensitizing conditions or medications).
- Treatment over areas of active infection, open wounds, severe dermatitis, or suspicious pigmented lesions in the proposed treatment field.
- Recent significant sun exposure, tanning or use of artificial tanning products in the treatment area beyond the manufacturer’s recommended limits.
- Use on patients who are unable or unwilling to comply with required eye protection and post-treatment care, or in environments that do not meet laser safety requirements.
- Operation by untrained personnel or outside of suitably controlled clinical or aesthetic facilities.
Adverse Effects
- Transient discomfort or pain, erythema and perifollicular edema in the treated area, which typically resolve within hours to days.
- Temporary changes in pigmentation (hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation), particularly if inappropriate parameters are used or if the patient has recent sun exposure.
- Blistering, burns, scabbing, crusting, purpura or, rarely, scarring or infection if treatment parameters or techniques are inappropriate or if proper aftercare is not followed.
- Activation of herpes simplex in predisposed individuals when treating perioral or similar regions, in the absence of prophylactic antiviral measures, as is common to many energy-based skin treatments.
Storage Conditions
- Store the system in a clean, dry, temperature-controlled clinical environment within the operating and storage ranges specified in the manufacturer’s documentation.
- Ensure that the laser console is parked with wheels locked to prevent unintended movement and that the fiber delivery system is supported without sharp bends or kinks.
- Protect the handpiece optics, distance gauges and DCD components from dust, contaminants and mechanical damage when not in use (for example by using the supplied holders or covers).
- Disconnect power if the system will not be used for an extended period and follow manufacturer guidance for long-term storage and recommissioning.
Duration
Hair removal and many vascular / rejuvenation indications typically require a series of treatment sessions (often 4\u20138 or more), spaced several weeks apart depending on the body area, hair growth cycle and clinical protocol. Individual session times vary from a few minutes for small areas to 30 minutes or more for large regions such as legs or back.
Onset
For hair removal, reduction in hair growth is usually observed progressively after each treatment, with more pronounced and lasting reduction over the full course of sessions; vascular and rejuvenation indications may show visible improvement from early sessions, with optimal results developing over weeks to months as remodeling occurs.
