The laser treatment itself can cause a slight tingling sensation. But because some areas of the body are more sensitive than others, patients may want to use a topical anesthesia available through our office. The appearance of the treated area immediately after a laser session will vary from patient to patient depending on the extent of treatment. Immediate after-effects, if any, are minor. They may include redness and swelling, which usually disappear in a short time.
Many people return to normal activity right away.
Some mild scabbing may occasionally be present. Areas which can be effectively treated with this laser include the upper lip, cheek, chin and neck, underarms, bikini area, breast, abdomen, back, and chest. It is also possible to treat legs but may require more than 3-5 treatments due to a lower number of hairs in the active growth phase.