Comparison: OrthoPulse® vs.
Red Light Therapy (RLT) for skincare
OrthoPulse® and Red Light Therapy (RLT) are both based on photobiomodulation (PBM) - a form of therapy that uses low-dose light to stimulate cell activity. While OrthoPulse® focuses specifically on orthodontic treatment, Red Light Therapy is primarily used in skin care
Area of application
Feature
Goal
Main benefit
Mode of action
Duration of treatment
Technology
OrthoPulse®
(Dentistry)
Acceleration of tooth movement during Invisalign/bracket treatment
Reduction in treatment duration by up to 50 %, less discomfort
Near-infrared light (850 nm) stimulates the jawbone & cell metabolism
10 minutes a day to support tooth movement
Specially developed for the jawbone
Red Light Therapy (RLT)
(Skincare)
Promotion of collagen production, anti-ageing, wound healing
Firmer skin, reduction of wrinkles, scar healing, reduction of inflammation
Red light (620-750 nm) stimulates collagen formation & cell repair
10-20 minutes daily for skin rejuvenation & healing
General light therapy for skin & tissue
Similarities & differences
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Both use light energy to stimulate cell metabolism.
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Promote faster healing processes and regenerate tissue.
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Non-invasive, painless & easy to use.
Conclusion: Which therapy for which purpose?
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If you want to speed up your Invisalign or braces treatment , OrthoPulse® is the right choice.
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If you want to smooth and tighten your skin and reduce inflammation, Red Light Therapy is ideal.
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Both technologies are based on light therapy, but have specific areas of application.
Tip: In some cases, both therapies can complement each other - for example to reduce gum inflammation (RLT) or to promote bone regeneration (OrthoPulse®).