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Document And Entity Information (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2011
Oct. 31, 2011
Jun. 30, 2010
Entity Registrant Name CUTERA INC    
Entity Central Index Key 0001162461    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer No    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer    
Entity Public Float     $ 72
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   13,908,207  
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2011    
Document Fiscal Period Focus Q3    
Document Type 10-Q    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Period End Date Sep. 30, 2011