Did you know that New River Women’s Health in Blacksburg Va offers laser hair removal? Using a medical grade laser guided by a board certified doctor, this procedure is a safe and effective option to remove unwanted hair.
This cosmetic procedure beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles where pulses of energy are emitted. The light converts to heat as it targets melanin, the pigment in your hair follicle, and destroys the inner stem cells without affecting the skin surface. Without stem cells, the follicle is no longer able to produce hair. We are excited to offer the Cynosure Apogee Elite Laser System as an option for your cosmetic hair removal needs.
Although most patients report minimal discomfort, some admit it feels similar to light snaps of a rubber band. Redness or swelling may appear in the treated areas. The procedure is also relatively quick, but it may take up to 4 treatments to achieve desired results.
Results can be seen after just the first time, proving how effective even just the initial treatment can be. Best results are achieved after a series of 3 to 5 sessions spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart, followed by a biannual touch-up treatment to maintain results.
Treatment areas include:
- lower leg
- full leg
- underarm
- chin/lip
- bikini
- back
- arms
Benefits of laser hair removal include:
Precision. Lasers can selectively target dark, coarse hairs while leaving the surrounding skin undamaged.
Speed. Each pulse of the laser takes a fraction of a second and can treat many hairs at the same time. The laser can treat an area approximately the size of a quarter every second. Small areas such as the upper lip can be treated in less than a minute, and large areas, such as the back or legs, may take up to an hour.
Predictability. Most patients have permanent hair loss after an average of three to seven sessions.
If you would like to schedule a laser hair removal appointment with Dr. Sanam Campbell, contact New River Women’s Health today! Our team of professionals are available to answer any questions you may have.
