Laser Hair Removal
Traditional hair removal methods of shaving, waxing or plucking can be tiresome and irritating to many women and men. Removing unwanted hair doesn't have to be so difficult, and now with the technology of laser hair removal, Ann Arbor and Jackson, Michigan women and men are discovering this easy and effective hair removal treatment.
If you would like to know more about laser hair removal offered by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Pramit Malhotra, request a complimentary consultation, or call our Jackson office at (517) 789-9800 or our Ann Arbor office at (734) 913-5100. Dr. Malhotra is committed to "beauty revealed," seeing his patients for who they are and who they can be.
Meet Dr. Malhotra
Dr. Malhotra is board certified in plastic surgery and otolaryngology, and performs both surgical and non-surgical treatments.
Benefits
The benefit of having a laser hair removal treatment is permanent removal of unwanted hair. Our hair removal lasers can remove unwanted hair from areas such as:
- Face
- Underarms
- Legs
- Bikini line
- Back
- Neck
Insider Tips
- Patients with darker skin have to be treated differently and sometimes with a YAG laser.
- If you are prone to cold sores, discuss this with your doctor.
- Laser hair removal will not remove all hairs but often up to 80%-90%.
- Choose a provider that is directly supervised by a plastic surgeon or dermatologist.
- There are dozens of lasers but what's more important is the clinician who uses it.
Candidates
Candidates for laser hair removal are those with hair in unwanted areas who are seeking an alternative to traditional hair removal methods of waxing or shaving. They also understand that they may require multiple treatments for optimal results.
General Procedure
Our laser treatment for hair removal is fast and safe. Specific time of the procedure depends on the amount of hair and size of the area to be treated. Laser hair removal works by targeting hair follicles without harming the surrounding skin. Hair removal is effective on generally all skin types, but patients with darker hair than skin will see maximum results. A few treatments may be necessary for patients in order to achieve permanent removal of unwanted hair.
Recovery Process
Many of our patients report that discomfort is minimal, and that they experience a quick recovery. Moisturizers can be used to soothe any treated areas.
