Laser hair removal is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure which can permanently reduce unwanted hair on many areas of the body including the face and neck, back, chest, underarms, bikini line and legs. A low-energy laser is used is used for the procedure.
Candidates for laser hair removal should be physically healthy and realistic in their expectations. Patients with darker pigmentation or blonde, white or gray hairs may not respond as well to treatment.
Laser hair removal is commonly performed in a surgeon’s office-based facility. Anesthesia is generally not required as the procedure involves minimal discomfort. Procedural times will vary, ranging anywhere from several minutes for smaller treatment areas to several hours for larger areas. Multiple sessions are necessary in most cases.
The treatment area may first be shaved. A low-energy laser will then be passed over the skin, allowing the energy to be absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle. Once absorbed, hairs that are in the active growth stage are instantly and permanently disabled. Because there are different stages of hair growth, multiple sessions are usually required in order to target the hairs while in the active growth stage. When the procedure is finished, a cooling gel may be applied to the skin.
Recovery after laser hair removal is minimal. Patients may experience some slight reddening for up to a week, as well as localized swelling for about a day. Normal activities, including work, can usually be resumed right away. Patients should protect the treatment areas from sun exposure by using sunscreen. |
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