Is it painful? In general, hair removal
feels like a rubber band popping the skin. Some areas are more sensitive than
others. We can always apply a topical anesthetic if needed.
How
long will the treatment take? The amount of time needed to complete
a treatment depends on how large an area we are working with. An upper lip may
be only 5 minutes, while an entire back may take several hours.
How many treatments will I need? Lasers can only
kill a follicle that is in the active growth phase. This means that we have to
catch each follicle at the proper time, which in turn means that more than one
treatment is involved. You should plan on anywhere from six to nine treatments
at least 5-6 weeks apart.
Should I shave before
my treatment? Yes, either the night before or the morning of your
procedure. Can I continue to tan after a laser treatment? It is best to avoid
tanning while undergoing laser treatments. Tanning increases the chance of the
development of hyperpigmentation (brown spots).
Can I pluck or wax the area while receiving treatments?
No. Any damage to the hair follicle disrupts the natural growth
cycle of the hair. This would increase the number of treatments needed.
Can I apply makeup after a treatment?
Yes.
What is the possibility of
burning or scarring? Minimal. We treat at the lowest effective
settings. When will I see a difference in my hair growth? Six to eight weeks
after the 3rd treatment.
Are there any hair
colors that laser hair reduction cannot treat? Yes. In general,
blonde, strawberry blond, and gray hair is not responsive to laser hair
reduction.
Are there any medicines that I
should avoid while undergoing treatments? Yes. Any medication that
lists light sensitivity as a potential side effect.
What is the difference between electrolysis and laser hair
reduction? Electrolysis involves placing a small needle into each
individual hair follicle and applying an electric current to kill the follicle.
Laser requires no needles and can treat a large area at one time.
Laser Spider Vein Treatments
Are the treatments as painful as
sclerotherapy (injecting the veins)? The treatment feels like a
rubber band popping the skin. We use a cooling gel and simultaneously blow cool
air on the skin surface to minimize any discomfort.
Should I shave before my treatment? Yes, either
the night before or the morning of your procedure. We also ask that you do not
apply lotion in the areas being treated.
Does
the spider vein go away immediately? Generally not. The laser heats
up the blood in the vein causing it to collapse. Your body's immune system
takes over from there to gradually clear away the dead debris left behind. This
process generally takes about 6 weeks.
How many
treatments are needed? It may take more than one treatment session
to get a vein to completely disappear. The exception to this rule would be tiny
veins on the face. Many times they do disappear immediately.
Can I exercise after a spider vein treatment? We
ask that you refrain from exercise for the 3 days following your spider vein
treatment.
Thermage
Can I have
Thermage if I have had Botox or injected fillers? Yes, Thermage has
been clinically proven to be just as effective and safe when used with other
cosmetic enhancements.
What is the downtime
after a treatment? With Thermage there is truly no downtime! When
you leave our office there will be no visible signs that you have had any
treatment.
How long does it last?
Clinical trials have shown that the results last at least 5 years.
Permanent Makeup
Does it hurt? No. We use
topical anesthesia to insure that you are comfortable throughout the procedure.
How long does it last? You may
require a touch-up in 2-3 years, depending on your skincare habits.
Can I wear makeup over the permanent makeup if
I need to change the color? Yes. Our colors are subtle and natural
appearing so that you can easily add to the intensity when desired.
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