Laser Treatments
What conditions are treated with the laser?
Traditional hair removal techniques, such as shaving, plucking, waxing and depilatory creams provide only temporary relief. Until now, the only recognized way to remove hair permanently has been by electrolysis - which can be tedious, time-consuming and uncomfortable. The laser safely removes unwanted hair without damaging the skin. Facial and bikini areas are usually completed in under 15 minutes: legs, backs and larger areas can take longer.
What does the treatment include?
Depending on the amount of hair treated, the procedure varies from patient to patient. Generally, the treatment will include.
A small hand piece will be used that touches the skin to deliver the laser light. A light spray of coolant onto the skin will be felt just before each laser pulse.
A test area will be done prior to the entire treatment. Your full treatment may be done on the same day or up to 2 weeks later, depending on your skin reaction.
Most patients experience little or no discomfort at the treatment site because of the dynamic cooling device.
The procedure can take as little as 10 minutes or up to an hour, depending on the area being treated.
The treated area may become pink or red within 30 minutes of treatment: this may last from a few hours to several days and is relieved with the application of ice or cooling gels.
What measures should be taken before and after treatment?
You should avoid the sun for 4-6 weeks before and after the treatment is performed.
You must avoid electrolysis, plucking or waxing hair for 6 weeks prior to treatment.
You should discuss your desired results and the improvements you expect to achieve with us. Together we can decide if your expectations will be met and which laser treatment is the best option for you.
How many treatments will I need?
Hair grows in cycles. The number of treatments required depends upon your skin color, hair color and the coarseness of your hair. Everyone will require at least 2 or 3 treatments as the process is only effective on hair during the early growing cycle.
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