LASER HAIR REMOVAL Services:
DeKalb Clinic offers permanent hair reduction with
laser hair removal treatment. This treatment option
for hair removal is great news for both men and women
and can target many different areas on the body.
Women and men have subjected themselves to painful,
expensive methods of hair removal. Today, laser
hair removal is a more viable alternative to shaving,
waxing and plucking than ever before. In fact, nearly
1.3 million Americans underwent laser hair removal
in 2009 due to its proven safety and effectiveness.
During laser hair removal, a large beam of highly concentrated
light is generated and focused onto the
skin. The light emitted is absorbed by the pigment
located in the hair follicles (melanin). Throughout the
procedure, the laser pulses for a fraction of a second,
allowing the hair to absorb the light and heat up. This
significantly reduces the hair’s ability to regrow, and
results in permanent hair reduction over time.
Because hair grows in phases, a series of treatments
will be needed to remove the hair that subsequently
enters the growth phase. Treatments are generally
spaced 6-8 weeks apart to compensate for this.
Following laser hair removal the treated area may appear slightly red, but this is usually minimal and gone within a few hours. If you have tanned skin or have been exposed to a lot of sunlight, you may be asked to wait until the tan has subsided to begin treatment. Additionally, the treated area must be shaved close to the skin immediately prior to treatment - this can be done at home and we will assist in shaving the hard-to-reach areas in the office. Three weeks prior to treatment, patients are told not to use hair removal products such as gels and waxes.
Laser Hair Removal - Legs
PROBLEM AREAS:
- Underarm
- Bikini
- Chest
- Chin
- Legs
- Back
BENEFITS:
- Save time by eliminating shaving
- Permanent hair reduction
TOP QUESTIONS LASER HAIR REMOVAL
DOES IT HURT?
There may be some mild discomfort when the laser is activated, but it fades immediately after.
HOW LONG DOES THE PROCEDURE TAKE?
Depending on the size of the area to be treated, sessions can be anywhere between a few minutes to more than an hour.
WILL I NEED MULTIPLE TREATMENTS?
Because hair grows in phases, a series of treatments will be needed as new hair enters the growth phase. We recommend 6-8 treatments spaced 8-12 weeks apart to achieve long term results.
IS THERE ANY DOWNTIME?
Laser hair removal has no downtime and you can return to your daily routine immediately.
ARE THERE ANY ADVERSE EFFECTS?
Generally not, unless you have a tan or sunburn. In some patients, the treated area may become red and show some swelling around each follicle. These disappear within 3 days.
HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
If the entire series of treatments are completed results can be permanent. Occasionally, fine stray hairs can reappear and can easily be removed with a quick touch up treatment.
WHAT AREAS CAN BE TREATED?
Laser hair removal can target the back, underarms, chin, legs, neck, upper lip, bikini and arms.
IS LASER HAIR REMOVAL SAFE?
Yes. Laser hair removal is very safe when performed by an experienced provider and has been used for more than 15 years.
Are you interested in laser hair removal?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Friedrichs to find out if it is right for you.
DeKalb Clinic - Dermatology
815 758-8671, Ext. 3100
www.dekalbclinic.com
