Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal is a very precise procedure, affecting only areas with unwanted hair and leaving surrounding skin unaffected.

In addition, this procedure is very fast and effective with treatments for small areas ranging in minutes to larger areas such as the back or legs may take an hour or so.

Most patients will have permanent hair loss after three to seven sessions.

Laser hair removal is a medical procedure that should only be performed by a trained dermatologist.

If you are planning on undergoing laser hair removal, you should limit plucking, waxing, and electrolysis for six weeks before treatment. That's because the laser targets the hairs' roots, which are temporarily removed by waxing or plucking.

You should also avoid sun exposure for six weeks before and after treatment. Sun exposure makes laser hair removal less effective and makes complications after treatment more likely.

Before the procedure, the target area will be trimmed to a few millimeters above the skin surface. The laser equipment will be adjusted according to the color, thickness, and location of your hair being treated as well as your skin color.

Results will vary from person to person, our board-certified dermatologists can provide you with the right laser hair removal solutions that match your skin type and desired outcome.

As with any medical procedure, the risks and rewards will depend on consulting with a qualified dermatologist who can qualify the procedure for your skin type.

For a day or two afterward, the treated area of your skin will look and feel like it's sunburned.

Blisters are rare but are more likely in people with darker complexions.

Other potential side effects are swelling, redness, and scarring. Permanent scarring or changes in skin color are rare.