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Lasertrolysis consists of several laser systems to perform
quick and long lasting hair removal. All emit light that is
absorbed by the pigment located in the hair follicle. The
laser is pulsed, or "turned on", for only a fraction of a
second. The duration of the pulses has been carefully determined
so that the energy will be absorbed by the hair follicle and
disable it but not long enough that excess heat is transferred
to the surrounding skin. The result is safe and effective
hair removal.
What is the advantage of using a
laser?
Lasers are precise instruments that can be adjusted to the
exact parameters that will specifically disable the hair follicle.
Unlike precision "single-hair" treatments like electrolysis,
the laser uses a wide beam which treats many hairs at once.
Because of this, large areas like a full man's back, full
legs or arms can be completely hair free within a few hours.
You will see immediate results that will last far longer than
shaving, tweezing, waxing, chemical depilation, or other temporary
treatments. One of the systems - the EpilaserTM ruby laser
- was recently cleared by the FDA for permanent hair reduction.
Is it safe?
The EpilaserTM was developed from more than 30 years of laser
research by physicians at the Massachusetts General Hospital's
Wellman Laboratories, and has been shown through extensive
clinical trials at more than 10 laser U.S. and Canadian laser
research centers to provide safe and effective hair removal.
The laser parameters were carefully defined by studying the
anatomy of the hair follicle and precisely matching the laser
light and pulse duration to the follicle size, depth, and
location to safely and effectively remove the hair.
How long will it take?
Because the laser treats many hairs at a time, facial areas
(chin, lip, cheeks, etc.) can be treated in 10 - 15 minutes.
Small body areas (underarms, bikini line, etc.) take less
than a half hour. Larger body areas (full back, full legs,
both arms, etc.) usually an hour or more, depending upon the
size of the area and the density of the hair.
Does it hurt?
Most laser clients describe the treatment as mildly uncomfortable,
but not painful. For sensitive facial and body areas, however,
some people do ask for an anesthetic. If you decide you would
prefer an anesthetic, Medical Directors can prescribe a topical
anesthetic for you.
What happens to the skin after the
treatment?
Within several minutes of the treatment, the treated area
will be come slightly red and puffy. This reaction subsides,
and within a few hours the area returns to normal. Since the
laser does not burn or cut the skin in any way, no bandages
are necessary, and you can return to your normal activities
immediately.
How many treatments will I need?
The laser works by disabling hairs that are in their active
growth cycle at the time of treatment. Since other hairs will
enter their growth cycles at different times, additional treatments
may be necessary to disable all of the follicles in a given
area. Lasertrologists will work with you to develop the treatment
program that best fulfils your hair removal needs, and can
also provide conventional electrolysis on sparse growth or
persistant regrowth. The combination will be very quick, permanent
hair removal.
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