Laser Hair Removal
Tuesday, December 26, 2017
Laser hair removal is an unwanted hair removal method using high-energy laser light to damage the hair follicle to stop hair growth in the future. Most of this laser hair removal is applied to the hairline, face, arms, legs, underarms and hairs along the bikini line.
Laser hair removal in some areas may be quite expensive and may require several sessions, for example, doctors may recommend 4-6 sessions, with a 4-6 week duration. It helps stop hair growth in weeks to months. It is not guaranteed that all hair removal will work.
Before making a laser decision. The doctor will ask about the patient's health history and medication. Then talk about the benefits and risks of laser. Including questions about expectations for treatment outcomes. Then it will clarify that the laser can help meet any need. What are the limitations that can not be achieved? The procedure is described to patients. Talk about cost price. And may be taken to remove the area to compare before and after treatment.
The patient decided to get laser hair removal. There are steps to prepare before laser is to do is not to pluck, wax hair or hair removal using electricity. (Electrolysis) for 6 weeks because these methods remove the root hairs temporarily. Laser can not detect and destroy root hairs. If you need to remove the shaver Shaves should be stopped for a few days before treatment. The shaving is useful in helping the laser not to touch the hair over the skin. This will result in skin burns from burning.
Patients should avoid sun exposure for 6 weeks before and after laser treatment. This will result in reduced efficacy or results and the risk of complications after treatment.
The doctor will then use a laser device adapted to the color and thickness of the skin, the patient's skin and the location where the hair is removed. Then apply the laser light to the area of treatment and observe for several minutes to ensure that the laser is properly adjusted and does not cause any anxiety.
The laser works through the skin to the root of the hair follicle. High heat transfer destroys these hair roots, keeping the hairs growing. Laser hair removal speed can be done several times in a split second, every 1 second, hair removal in areas of about ten dollars. Laser hair removal on the small area, such as above the upper lip, can take only 2-3 minutes, but if the wide area, such as the back, it may take several hours. During the laser, the patient may feel irritated like a rubber skin on the skin.
Laser hair removal can cause redness and swelling within the first few hours. Steroid cream or lotion reduces inflammation. Include cold water to relieve any skin irritation and may schedule the next laser in the next 4-6 weeks, which will continue to heal until the patient's hair stops.
The results may vary from person to person. It also depends on where the area is treated. Many laser hairs can help to lengthen the hairs to come up. Sometimes it may be years. But there is a chance that the hair will come up again in the meantime as well. For best results. Patients may require 4-6 sessions of laser every six weeks and receive occasional treatment every 6-12 months.
In addition, other side effects of laser hair removal are infrequent.
Patients who are not satisfied with the results of treatment or any complications should consult a physician.
Benefits of laser hair removal
The laser hair removal procedure removes unwanted hair on any part of the body except the eyelid or eye area. Because laser light is harmful to the eyes. In addition, medical lasers are used to treat certain diseases, including haemorrhagic disease. Hypertrichosis, which covers the entire body. Folliculitis or ingrown hairs And hairs on the wound with skin transplant.Limitations of laser hair removal
The results and effectiveness of laser hair removal in each person may vary. Depending on the hair color and color of the skin. By doing laser, it performs better and produces better results with those with darker skin and black hair. The laser beam destroys the hair roots by detecting melanin, which is more common in black hairs. But yes, people with dark skin can not use laser hair removal. Nowadays, there are new technologies that develop laser to be used with dark skin.Laser hair removal in some areas may be quite expensive and may require several sessions, for example, doctors may recommend 4-6 sessions, with a 4-6 week duration. It helps stop hair growth in weeks to months. It is not guaranteed that all hair removal will work.
Prepare to do laser hair
Laser hair removal is a process that must be performed by a qualified doctor. Before doing so, you should study and select a doctor who specializes in dermatology or cosmetic surgery and has experience in laser hair removal.Before making a laser decision. The doctor will ask about the patient's health history and medication. Then talk about the benefits and risks of laser. Including questions about expectations for treatment outcomes. Then it will clarify that the laser can help meet any need. What are the limitations that can not be achieved? The procedure is described to patients. Talk about cost price. And may be taken to remove the area to compare before and after treatment.
The patient decided to get laser hair removal. There are steps to prepare before laser is to do is not to pluck, wax hair or hair removal using electricity. (Electrolysis) for 6 weeks because these methods remove the root hairs temporarily. Laser can not detect and destroy root hairs. If you need to remove the shaver Shaves should be stopped for a few days before treatment. The shaving is useful in helping the laser not to touch the hair over the skin. This will result in skin burns from burning.
Patients should avoid sun exposure for 6 weeks before and after laser treatment. This will result in reduced efficacy or results and the risk of complications after treatment.
Laser hair removal
The doctor will trim the patient's hair out before starting the laser hair removal. After that, both the laser and the doctor must wear eye protection appropriate to the type of laser used. By using a cold gel or special cooling device, the patient's skin can withstand the heat of the laser. And laser can be inserted through the skin. Or use a topical anesthetic to reduce irritation with laser.The doctor will then use a laser device adapted to the color and thickness of the skin, the patient's skin and the location where the hair is removed. Then apply the laser light to the area of treatment and observe for several minutes to ensure that the laser is properly adjusted and does not cause any anxiety.
The laser works through the skin to the root of the hair follicle. High heat transfer destroys these hair roots, keeping the hairs growing. Laser hair removal speed can be done several times in a split second, every 1 second, hair removal in areas of about ten dollars. Laser hair removal on the small area, such as above the upper lip, can take only 2-3 minutes, but if the wide area, such as the back, it may take several hours. During the laser, the patient may feel irritated like a rubber skin on the skin.
Laser hair removal can cause redness and swelling within the first few hours. Steroid cream or lotion reduces inflammation. Include cold water to relieve any skin irritation and may schedule the next laser in the next 4-6 weeks, which will continue to heal until the patient's hair stops.
After laser hair removal
1-2 days after The skin of the laser may still be burning. Use cold compress and lotion to help relieve symptoms. Patients on the laser hair on the face can make up the normal skin without any blisters and between this should avoid sun exposure. When felt better The skin area of the laser is inflamed and then dropped out in the sun. But always apply sunscreen. In addition, some patients may find that the treated hairs begin to fall off after this.The results may vary from person to person. It also depends on where the area is treated. Many laser hairs can help to lengthen the hairs to come up. Sometimes it may be years. But there is a chance that the hair will come up again in the meantime as well. For best results. Patients may require 4-6 sessions of laser every six weeks and receive occasional treatment every 6-12 months.
Side effects of laser hair removal
Laser hair removal is currently not known for its long-term side effects. Only temporary side effects may occur. The most common skin irritations are redness and swelling after treatment. This is often the case when many hours have passed or some of the skin color is darker or darker. Usually occurs with people with dark skin. And the more likely it is to have laser devices that are not suitable for that patient.In addition, other side effects of laser hair removal are infrequent.
- Blisters or scabs on the skin. It may take up to 10 days to be recovered.
- Skin areas that are laser-darkened or weakened for several months after laser hair removal.
- Skin burns.
- Severe swelling that may persist for about 7 days.
- Scarring.
- Bruises that may persist for up to 15 days
Patients who are not satisfied with the results of treatment or any complications should consult a physician.
