Laser Vein Treatment

Cutera Laser and Light based devices use visible light and infrared technology. Retinal damage is possible when the Laser wavelength occurs in the visible and infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum.
Retinal hazard region is from 400nm - 1400nm.


Electromagnetic Radiation travels in waves like sound and is produced by the movement of charged particles.

Our eyes are sensitive to light which lies in a very small region of the electromagnetic spectrum labeled "visible light".

Lasers and the Eye 
The risk of losing your eyesight from accidental exposure to laser radiation is due to the special optical properties of the human eye. When we consider the different depths of penetration in relation to the wavelengths we see that the eye is transparent only in the wavelength range between 380 and 1400 nm.

Laser Safety Filter Guide
Due to the unique characteristics of laser radiation (i.e. coherent, collimated and monochromatic) there is increased danger to the eyes. Therefore special optical filters that transmit 'normal' light but block laser light should be used.

Since laser light has a specific wavelength dependent on the laser active medium that emits light, protective filters that match the wavelength and power of the specific source of laser radiation are needed.