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LASER HAIR REMOVAL 
The key to successful hair removal is destroying the entire follicle, down to the bulb and its germinating centers, while preserving surrounding healthy tissue. Destroying the hair follicle during its active growth cycle is another key to producing long-term hair reduction. Consequently, multiple treatments scheduled several weeks or months apart are typically required to achieve optimal results. Lasers and IPL light sources gently remove unwanted hair based on the principle of selective photothermolyisis. This refers to the process whereby light energy causes thermal injury to the hair follicle. The light penetrates through the skin and is absorbed in the target pigment (melanin) found in the hair shaft. This energy absorbed in the shaft causes the temperature to reach a sufficiently high level in the hair follicle so that the targeted hair structures are destroyed and re-growth is inhibited. The Candela GentleLASE Laser System, a revolutionary long-pulse high energy alexandrite laser emits a gentle beam of light that passes through the skin to the hair follicle where it is absorbed. The laser energy is transformed into heat, which destroys the hair follicle leaving the surrounding skin unaffected. The skin is further protected during treatment by a Dynamic Cooling Device™ where cryogen is sprayed onto the skin cooling the upper layers and providing patients with increased comfort. The GentlLASE selectivity helps to protect the skin, while effectively treating the unwanted hair. 
Clinical Studies  Auxilla/Underarm Male Back Courtesy of Lori M. Hobbs, M.D.
 Facial Hair Courtesy of Munevver (Aslan) Ercan, M.D. Click Here for more services. Click Here for more info at the product site. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 415-749-6417 FOR A COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION. |