Nearly any area of the body can be treated.

The laser works by a principle called Selective Photothermolysis. The laser is effective on the hair follicles in the active growing phase (Anagen). The laser is pulsed for a very short duration, (usually a few milliseconds) emitting a gentle beam of light onto the skin. The light energy passes harmlessly through the skin, but is absorbed by the pigment and blood in the hair follicle and hair shaft. By absorbing this laser energy, the hair follicles are disabled, impairing their ability to grow.

The main difference between this technology and the traditional method known as electrolysis is that lasers can treat multiple hair follicles at one time. It is no longer required to identify and probe each individual hair follicle, as is done with electrolysis.

Laser hair removal is achieved when laser light is applied to the epidermis. The energy is absorbed by the melanin in the hair follicles which is then transformed into heat, destroying the hair follicle and the surrounding structures. The result is permanent hair reduction..

HR-Force, a 100-Watt Continuous Wave FDA approved Diode Laser with a glass lens water-cooling system. The laser operates at the 810nm wavelength, which is the superior wavelength for targeting melanin, found in hair follicles.

Depending on the amount of hair and area treated, the procedure varies from patient to patient. Safety eye wear is always used for protection from the laser light during the procedure. Most experience little discomfort during the treatment. The sensation and the degree of discomfort vary with each person. In some cases, topical anesthesia is an option. This will be discussed during your consultation. Patients can return to work and resume their normal daily activities immediately following treatment. The area may become slightly red for anywhere from a few minutes to an hour depending on the area(s) being treated and your individual skin sensitivity.

After treatment, there may be some mild redness or follicular edema (like goose bumps) in the treatment area, which may take a few minutes to a few hours to fade away. Most people can conveniently receive their treatment during their noon hour, with no visible indications.

Laser hair removal has the benefit of being quick, safe and effective. It is unusual to develop any complications from this treatment. The HR-Force Diode laser is FDA approved for "permanent hair reduction".

Around 3-10 days after treatment, new hairs will begin to surface. Most of these hairs were treated and are in the process of falling out. The underlying follicles need to purge the hairs that remained under the skin. Please refrain from waxing, tweezing, bleaching, or using depilatory creams between treatments. Shaving is still acceptable and safe.

We offer a free consultation to determine if you are a suitable candidate. During the consultation we will evaluate your skin type and ensure that you meet the medical criteria. You will be provided with an individualized treatment plan which will include information on pricing and the number of treatments recommended.

Insurance companies consider this to be a cosmetic procedure. We do not bill insurance companies for hair removal. As a medical expense, it may be deductible from your income taxes.