Why Do I Need So Many Sessions?

Hair growth occurs in cycles. Some hairs may be in the middle of their growth phase during the treatment session, while others may be dormant. Spreading out the treatment allows the dormant hairs to grow and gives the area time so that all of the hairs are eventually targeted during treatment. Between treatments, the hairs that do grow can be shaved because the follicle is not affected.

What Is The Recovery Like?

Laser hair removal generally requires little to no downtime. The skin is often pink and a tingling sensation may reside on the treated area for a couple of hours after treatment. Patients can leave their appointment and go directly back to work.

Will The Hair Grow Back?

Laser hair removal is often considered a solid solution for hair removal, however it is referred to as semi-permanent. There can still be some hair growth that occurs where the laser technology did not hit. Therefore, even though the majority of the hair will be gone, some hairs can still pop up. Patients find that these are tremendously easier to manage than before the original treatments. Additional laser hair removal treatments can also be scheduled to take care of these as well.

Laser Hair Removal in Atlanta Alpharetta GA

For many people, unwanted body hair can be a source of frustration or self-consciousness. Fortunately, non-surgical treatment options are available to help reduce unwanted hair and create smoother-looking skin.

At our cosmetic surgery center, our Atlanta certified laser practitioner offers laser hair removal services for both men and women. This popular cosmetic procedure uses concentrated laser energy to target hair follicles beneath the skin, helping to permanently reduce hair growth in the treated area. In many cases, patients can achieve up to 80-100% reduction in unwanted hair after completing a recommended series of treatments. Common treatment areas for women include the legs, bikini area, underarms, and face, while men often seek treatment for the back, chest, arms, legs, and face.

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Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Laser Hair Removal?

Anyone with unwanted hair may be a candidate for laser hair removal. However, individuals with darker hair and lighter skin often experience better results. The number of sessions that will be required to produce the desired results generally depend on the thickness of hair, how much hair exists in an area, color of the hair, and what the ultimate goal is. Individuals with lighter colored hair may require more treatments.

How Is the Laser Hair Removal Procedure Performed?

During laser hair removal, our surgeon will place a laser vacuum directly on top of your skin where the unwanted hair resides to draw the skin into the hand held piece of equipment. The device stretches and pulls the skin thin so the energy source can target the melanin in the hair. During this process, the follicles absorb the heat the laser beam emits, which damages the follicle and makes it difficult for the hair to grow back.

Throughout this procedure, patients may feel slight pressure as the device is pulling up the skin. However, the laser beam itself should only feel like a light sting. Most devices are made with a cooling sequence that occurs between the laser pulses, which helps ease discomfort and reduce the chance of unwanted side effects. A variety of laser hair removal devices are available today, with different handpiece sizes designed to treat both small and large areas of the body. The specific laser technology used during treatment is typically selected based on the patient’s skin tone, hair texture, and overall treatment goals.

Most patients are able to achieve results in a 30 to 45 minute session that occurs once every three to four weeks over the course of several months.

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Additional Laser Hair Removal Frequently Asked Questions

Why Do I Need So Many Sessions?
Hair growth occurs in cycles. Some hairs may be in the middle of their growth phase during the treatment session, while others may be dormant. Spreading out the treatment allows the dormant hairs to grow and gives the area time so that all of the hairs are eventually targeted during treatment. Between treatments, the hairs that do grow can be shaved because the follicle is not affected.
What Is The Recovery Like?
Laser hair removal generally requires little to no downtime. The skin is often pink and a tingling sensation may reside on the treated area for a couple of hours after treatment. Patients can leave their appointment and go directly back to work.
Will The Hair Grow Back?
Laser hair removal is often considered a solid solution for hair removal, however it is referred to as semi-permanent. There can still be some hair growth that occurs where the laser technology did not hit. Therefore, even though the majority of the hair will be gone, some hairs can still pop up. Patients find that these are tremendously easier to manage than before the original treatments. Additional laser hair removal treatments can also be scheduled to take care of these as well.

Want to enjoy smoother skin with less time spent shaving or waxing? Contact our Atlanta cosmetic surgery center today to schedule a consultation and learn whether laser hair removal is right for you.