Laser Hair Removal - How It Works and What To Expect
Why do we use lasers to remove hair? Laser light = energy Have you ever noticed that when you wear a dark shirt on a sunny day, the shirt will get hot? That's because the sunlight is absorbed by the dark pigment (color) in the shirt. The pigment in a hair follicle is just like that shirt. It absorbs the light of the laser, becomes overheated and is permanently destroyed.How does it work? Hair growth stages - There are three phases in the lifecycle of a hair: growing (Anagen), falling out (Catagen) and resting (Telogen). At any given time, about 85% of your hair is in the Anagen phase. These are the hairs that the laser affects. During the Anagen phase, the laser can reach the follicle (also known as the dermal papilla), heat it up and destroy the hair permanently. What areas can be treated? Any area of the body except around the eyes can be treated. Treatments are fast, with most lasting anywhere from 1 minute to 1 hour depending on the area of the body that is being treated. How many treatments are needed? Any area of the body except around the eyes can be treated. Treatments are fast, with most lasting anywhere from 1 minute to 1 hour depending on the area of the body that is being treated. Generally between 7 and 9 treatments spaced 3 to 8 weeks apart will fully remove about 80% of hair in the treated area. The follicles that absorb the laser will likely never grow back. Some of the hair follicles may go dormant and could reactivate with hormonal changes or as the body naturally ages, but these hairs will be lighter, finer and less dense. Seven to nine treatments are needed because the laser affects only hair in the Anagen phase. Time is needed for hair in the Catagen and Telogen phases to move into the Anagen phase. How does it feel? Some people describe laser tattoo removal as feeling like a rubber band snapping on the skin while others don't feel a thing! Before treatment, we numb the area with a topical anesthetic cream. We will make sure that you are comfortable. How do I get the best results? Avoid the following 4 to 6 weeks before your treatment: For laser hair removal to work, the hair follicle has to be present so that the laser can destroy it. The darker your hair and lighter your skin is, the better results you'll see from laser hair removal. During your course of treatment you should avoid the following: What equipment do you use? We use the latest and most effective laser hair removal systems. Our devices are faster and significantly less painful than many others on the market. Confidential consultations about Laser Hair Removal can usually be arranged within two or three weeks simply by calling us at (336) 659-2663 or our special toll free BOTOX® Cosmetic line at 1-877-WE BOTOX (932-6869). Treatment or a skin test can be done the same day as the consultation, if you wish. No referral is needed for Laser Hair Removal. Schedule a consultation or call us now at 877 WE BOTOX or 336.659.2663!
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Dr. White is one of the most experienced physicians in Winston-Salem for dermal fillers and injectables including Botox, Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Evolence, Dysport, Artefill, and Sculptra. She is an expert in laser treatments including laser liposuction, laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, microlaserpeel, Limelight Photofacial, Laser Genesis, laser skin rejuvenation , laser skin resurfacing, laser treatment for age spots, sun damage and pigmentation, laser treatment for spider veins and varicose veins, as well as the procedures Fraxel, Thermage and Ultherapy. Dr. White also specializes in tumescent liposuction and sclerotherapy for varicose veins. |
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 Call 877 WE BOTOX (877-932-6869) or 336-659-2663Anne L. White, M.D.
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