Laser Hair Removal

Dr. Kris Reddy, West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon, Cares for Laser Hair Removal Patients.

Laser Hair Removal is better termed laser hair reduction as the goal is permanent laser hair reduction as some hair will remain in the treated area.

Laser Hair Removal: Process Explained

To perform laser hair removal, a laser produces a beam of highly concentrated light. Different types of laser produce different colors of light. The color of light produced by a particular laser is one of the keys to its effect on hair follicles. The light is emitted by the last is most effectively absorbed frequency by hair follicles. The laser pulses for a fraction of a second, just long enough to vaporize the pigment, disabling numerous follicles at a time, to eliminate or significantly impede the hair growth.

The laser “chilled tip” protects and cools the upper layers of skin before, during, and after each pulse while directing the laser energy to the root.

Laser Hair Removal: Skin Colors Misconception

Can all skin colors be treated?

Yes, it can. However, the most dark and most light skin in most cases should not be treated as the risk generally exceeds the benefits. However, for most other types of skin, the combination of cooling, laser frequency, and pulse durations allows for safe and effective treatment of Most skin types and colors.

Laser Hair Removal: Permanency Misconception

Is it permanent?

Yes, with most patient laser hair reduction is permanent. Again, there will be some hair remaining, but in most cases substantially less. It will take a minimum of three treatments, and some “touch up” sessions in the following months. Some patients with stronger hair growth patterns may need additional treatments.

For over 30 years as a board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Kris ReddyDr. Kris Reddy, a widely respected plastic surgeon in Palm Beach County, Florida, has been highly honored throughout the country and internationally.  Dr. Kris Reddy is the only board certified plastic surgeon to be a Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS) and Fellow of International College of Surgeons (FICS) in South Florida. Dr. Reddy is also a member of the prestigious American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. During his 30 years practicing in South Florida, Dr. Reddy has continually received high ratings and great reviews from his patients. For more information about Age Spots Treatments and About Dr. Kris Reddy, visit www.drkrisreddy.com or call (561) 304-0001(561) 304-0001. Dr. Reddy offers free, private consultations.

About Dr. Kris Reddy, FACS