About Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is one of the most common cosmetic treatments performed in the United States. It is a convenient option for the long-term reduction of hair follicles on the body and face. This procedure frequently leaves the skin looking and feeling smoother and produces long-lasting results compared to other options for hair removal. Plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Rosenbaum at Gary J. Rosenbaum, M.D., P.A. Plastic Surgery in Miami Beach, FL performs safe and fast laser hair removal treatments for women and men in frequently needed areas, including the arms, back, legs, face, chest, armpits, and intimate areas.
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Ideal Candidates
Reducing hair follicle growth with a laser is a gentle process that is suitable for most patients. In your consultation, we will talk about your needs, concerns, and goals to help determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure. Ideal patients for laser hair removal:
- Have unwanted facial or body hair
- Are tired of other hair removal methods (shaving, waxing, depilatory creams, bleaching)
- Have darker hair with lighter skin
- Are in overall good health
Procedure Technique
At your laser hair removal appointment, you can relax in one of our treatment rooms as your skin is cleaned to remove dirt, oil, and moisturizers. During laser hair removal, a technician will stretch out the skin being treated to provide a direct path between the root of the hair follicle and the laser. The laser's energy will target and disable the hair follicle, which stops it from growing back. Usually, you will need 3 – 5 sessions over a period of 3 – 4 weeks to see your ideal results. Your appointments will be spaced out in order to allow the treated areas time to recover. This also allows time for hair follicles that were in the dormant phase of growth to reach the active growth phase so they can be treated. The state-of-the-art technology we use at our practice is able to target the hair follicle alone to preserve the skin in the areas being treated.
What to Expect
While the treatment is relatively gentle in nature, the treated areas of your skin may feel like they have a light sunburn since lasers are used. After your session, you will be free to resume your daily activities, but you should refrain from heavy activity or lengthy exposure to the sun for a period of 24 hours to allow your skin to heal. When you get home after an appointment, we recommend anti-inflammatory creams or the use of ice packs to treat any discomfort.
Rid Yourself of Razors
If you're tired of wasting time, energy, and money on plucking, shaving, and waxing, schedule a consultation to find out more about laser hair removal treatments at Gary J. Rosenbaum, M.D., P.A. Plastic Surgery in Miami Beach, FL. Laser hair removal by plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Rosenbaum can help you get smoother skin by treating unwanted follicles on the face and body.