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Cosmetic
Dermatology Procedures - Laser
Hair Removal
It is important to note that
laser hair removal is a
non-invasive method of
photoepilation, which does not
require needles or chemical
creams. The advantages of laser
hair removal include:
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The technique is safe
if performed properly
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It is considered to be
less painful as compared
to other methods
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Many consumers have
experienced long-lasting
hair removal or even
permanent hair reduction
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The method is very
useful for removing hair
from large areas such as
backs or legs
Although laser hair removal
is an excellent treatment
option, some patients may
experience hair regrowth.
However, this hair is usually
finer and lighter in color.
Possible side effects, though
very rare, may include damage
to the surrounding healthy
tissue in the form of scars,
burns, redness and swelling.
The process is also not as
effective on unpigmented (gray)
hairs and red or blonde hair.
Areas that can be
treated:
Any area, except near the
eyes, be treated with laser
hair removal. The most common
areas requested are the face,
upper lip, neck, chest,
periareolar, underarms, back,
abdomen, bikini line, and legs.
Laser Hair Removal
Advantages
One of the main advantages
of laser hair removal is the
speed of the treatment in
combination with the long
lasting results. For example,
to remove hair from the back
with laser hair removal usually
takes about an hour.
In contrast, a full back hair
removal with electrolysis can
take up to and over 125 hours.
In most cases there are no
side effects associated with
the procedure.
However, pigmentary change of
the skin treated can occur,
including either dark or light
areas. Pigmentary changes may
persist for months, but are
almost always temporary. They
are very rare in patients with
fair skin, who are untanned.
Blisters and burns are rare,
but occasionally occur,
particularly in patients with
dark skin if treated
improperly.
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