Learn About Laser Hair Removal

Many people work tirelessly to rid themselves of unwanted hair through conventional hair removal methods. Unfortunately, waxing, shaving, plucking, and depilatory creams are not permanent. So, many people seek laser hair removal to get rid of unwanted hair permanently.

What to Expect

Laser hair removal is a safe, effective treatment that can be used on large areas of the body or small areas depending on the patient's preference. It is minimally invasive and involves a simple office procedure with little to no discomfort or downtime.

Before a person has laser hair removal, they need to consult a cosmetic surgeon to determine their candidacy for treatment. During their initial consultation they may have a patch test performed to test how they respond to the laser. This patch test can also help determine what intensity level is needed to remove the unwanted hair.

The process of laser hair removal involves a low energy laser being applied to the areas of the body with unwanted hair. The laser damages the hair follicles in the treatment area without causing any damage to the surrounding skin and tissue.

After Your Treatment

After laser hair removal, patients may experience a mild reddening in the area that was treated. This typically subsides within 24 hours. The unwanted hair in the area that was treated will usually fall out within a few days of the laser hair removal treatment.

The laser hair removal procedure does not typically get rid of all of a person's unwanted hair in one treatment because hair grows in phases, and the laser is most effective when the hair is in the growth phase. Most people need five to eight treatments to achieve their desired results. After all of the treatments are complete, patients may see up to 95 percent of their unwanted hair eliminated.

For more information on laser hair removal, please contact our cosmetic surgery center today to schedule a private consultation.