Medical & Healthcare Blog Posts

For nearly 30 years, RPMC Lasers and LDX Optronics have partnered to deliver cutting-edge laser diode solutions for the Medical Market, transforming dental systems with customized, high-power diodes. This case study showcases how our collaboration with a leading dental equipment manufacturer revolutionized soft tissue laser systems for periodontal, hygiene, and surgical applications. Explore how RPMC’s expertise and LDX’s packaging innovation can power your next project with the LDX Optronics … Read More

The Medical Laser Market is booming with a surge of aesthetics laser applications, driven by demand for non-invasive treatments like tattoo removal, hair removal, acne therapy, and various other applications. With over a century of combined expertise, RPMC Lasers partners with professionals to deliver tailored laser solutions for these applications. This article explores how advanced laser diodes and systems power these leading aesthetic treatments, guiding you to the right choice with RPMC’s cutting-edge… Read More

Acne, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually, is the most common skin condition in the U.S., often requiring persistent treatment. Short-wave infrared (SWIR) laser diodes in the 1400–1500 nm range offer a breakthrough by targeting sebaceous glands to reduce oil production, minimizing lesions with minimal side effects. For dermatology professionals and OEM integrators, selecting the right SWIR laser diode is key to delivering effective, FDA-approved acne treatments. This article explores how SWIR diodes power acne therapy and guides you in choosing the ideal solution, spotlighting RPMC Lasers’ SWIR laser diodes for precision and reliability in the Medic… Read More

For over three decades, LDX Optronics has delivered high-power multimode laser diodes, powering cutting-edge applications in Medical, Defense, and Industrial sectors. As RPMC Lasers’ exclusive North American partner, LDX offers an unmatched range of wavelengths (400–1900 nm) and power levels (up to 40 W), with industry-leading packaging expertise. This article explores LDX’s diode solutions, their applications, and how to select the right laser for your needs, spotlighting the LDX Optronics portfolio for superior pe… Read More

Laser diodes have transformed dental procedures, particularly crown troughing, by offering fast, precise, and bacteria-eliminating solutions. For dental professionals and Medical OEM integrators selecting a laser diode, understanding the requirements for crown troughing is crucial. This article briefly explains the role of laser diodes in dental applications and outlines key considerations for choosing the right infrared laser diode, highlighting RPMC Lasers’ LDX-IR-FC fiber-coupled laser diode for optimal pe… Read More

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) revolutionizes cancer treatment by using red laser diodes to activate photosensitizing drugs, offering a non-invasive alternative to surgery or radiation. For Medical & biomedical professionals and OEM integrators, selecting the right laser diode is critical for effective, targeted treatments. This article explores how red laser diodes power PDT and guides you in choosing the ideal solution, spotlighting RPMC Lasers’ LDX-VIS-FC fiber-coupled laser diode for dermal, subdermal, and endoscopic app… Read More

The global laser hair removal market is booming, projected to reach $2.8 billion by 2028, driven by demand for precise, non-invasive treatments. Laser diodes, holding over 39% market share as of 2020, lead this growth thanks to their efficiency, compact design, and cost-effectiveness. For aesthetic professionals and OEM integrators in the Medical Market, QCW (quasi-continuous-wave) laser diode stacks offer the perfect solution, outperforming traditional flashlamp-pumped systems like Alexandrite and Nd:YAG lasers. This article explores the principles of laser hair removal, why QCW stacks excel, and how to select the right system, spotlighting RPMC Lasers’ JOLD-Stacks for optimal pe… Read More

Q-switched lasers are essential for generating high-energy, short-pulse laser outputs in applications like laser machining, LIBS, and Medical procedures. Selecting the right Q-switched laser—active or passive—requires understanding their operational principles and trade-offs. This article briefly explains passive vs active Q-switching lasers and outlines key considerations for choosing the best Q-switched laser, highlighting RPMC Lasers’ solutions for y… Read More

Once thought to be impossible, blue, green and UV laser diodes have now become commonplace.  These lasers are being used in a wide range of applications from blue-ray players to commercial lighting & displays to copper welding.  In this post, we are going to take a look at the underlying material properties of semiconductors, GaN in particular, and how it has led to the development of blue, green and UV las… Read More

Tattoo removal is a growing industry, driven by the demand for effective and safe solutions to remove unwanted tattoos. For professionals looking to invest in a laser source for tattoo removal, selecting the right laser is critical to achieving optimal results while ensuring safety and efficiency. This article briefly explores the tattoo removal process and outlines key considerations when purchasing a laser source, highlighting specific products from RPMC Lasers that meet the needs of this application in the Medic… Read More

The field of neuromodulation is rapidly evolving, offering unprecedented tools to study neural mechanisms and develop therapies for neurological disorders. A recent breakthrough study explores the comparative benefits of photoacoustic (PA) and photothermal (PT) stimulation in non-genetic, high-precision neuromodulation. This research, enabled by innovative fiber emitter (FE) technology and advanced laser systems, including Bright Solutions’ ‘One’ nanosecond laser, highlights the transformative potential of PA stimulation for various Research and Medical Market app… Read More

The popularity of laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) has been rapidly growing since its introduction in the 1960s, and is now used in industrial, military, scientific, and medical applications. Nowadays LIBS is rapidly becoming an indispensable tool for elemental analysis and is generally viewed as a complementary technique to other elemental methods such as mass spectrometry. Within the medical field, LIBS can be used for analyzing hard/calcified tissues, soft tissues, biomedical specimens; as well as disease detection and even during laser-guided surgery. In this a… Read More

RPMC Lasers is proud to announce that two of our esteemed partners, Seminex Corporation and Spectrolight, Inc., have been honored with the 2024 Innovators Awards from Laser Focus World. This prestigious recognition highlights their exceptional contributions to the photonics industry and underscores their commitment to innovation and exc… Read More

This article presents a rugged, compact, high-quality, tunable ultrafast laser system designed for nonlinear spectroscopy and imaging such as CRS, SRS, and CARS. This system provides high beam quality, extremely narrow linewidth, and high-intensity ultrafast pulses in several wavelength regions, providing a unique solution in the field of laser spectroscopy an… Read More

Jenoptik is now offering the JOLD-275-CPNN-1L, their latest development in the field of high-power laser sources for industrial material processing, medical, and life science applications. Thanks to Jenoptik’s patented mounting and bonding technology, this new, passively cooled diode laser is able to achieve extremely high performance in hard pulse and CW applications. Jenoptik also utilizes the efficient and high-performance semiconductor materials they produce themselves to manufacture their high-power las… Read More

Jenoptik produces and develops high-power laser diodes.  They range from fiber-coupled laser diode modules, mounted laser diodes / stacks, and semiconductor material.  The entire process is covered from wafer to module.  Their laser diode products are well established in the industrial, medical, and science i… Read More