A light spray of coolant onto the skin will be felt just before each laser pulse. Most patients experience little discomfort at the treatment site because of the dynamic cooling device. Topical anesthesia may also be requested. Be sure to discuss this with us in advance of the laser treatment. The procedure can take as little as 10 minutes or up to an hour, depending on the area treated.
All patients can go home immediately following treatment.
Avoid the sun 4-6 weeks before and after treatment. If you wish to have a treatment immediately after your consultation, you must not be tanned. You MUST avoid bleaching, plucking, or waxing hair for 6 weeks prior to treatment. If you have done so, a treatment can be given, but may be less effective since hair removal works best on hair follicles in the growth stage. If you have had a history of perioral herpes, prophylactic antiviral therapy may be prescribed.