Dermatology Laser Hair Removal

Remove unwanted hair in Fairfield County CT

What is Laser Hair Removal?

Laser Hair Removal is a procedure where laser light energy is absorbed by the dark color of hair and destroys the hair follicle. It does not affect the surrounding skin so the treatment is safe and comfortable. Most people will require 5 to 6 treatments to achieve permanent hair reduction. Unfortunately lasers will not work on fine hair or blond and grey hair.

What is special about the Lumenis Light Sheer Desire LHR device?

The Light Sheer Desire uses an 805 nm diode laser, considered to be the most effective wavelength for hair removal. It has 2 attachments, one for smaller areas such as the face and one for much larger areas such as the legs, arms and back.

The light sheer Desire can treat large and small areas quickly and with minimal to no discomfort. Legs and backs can be treated in just 10 to 15 minutes making the treatment of these areas very affordable.

Is Laser Hair Removal safe?

Lasers are complex machines and if used incorrectly can cause adverse effects. In skilled hands laser procedures are very safe. All laser treatments at Advanced Specialty Care are evaluated by a physician and are performed under physician supervision. There is no downtime with laser hair removal and people can resume their normal daily activities immediately.

Here is some brief information about typical treatment areas:

Face / Upper Lip: You should not wear makeup during the treatment. Skin test for the face is performed on a skin area with similar conditions prior to using the laser on your face. You and the practitioner will determine this during the consultation.
Underarms / Axilla: For best results, you should come to the skin test and treatment sessions with shaved hair.
Bikini: For best results, you should come to the skin test and treatment sessions with shaved hair.
Back: As with other areas, for best results, you should come to the skin test and treatment sessions with shaved hair. If you are unable to shave or choose not to shave, the practitioners will be able to shave prior to treatment. Cost depends on size of surface area, amount of treatment time.
Legs: You should shave prior to treatment so the hair is short. Complete legs cost depends on the amount of time it will take to treat. Full leg treatment includes bikini to toes.
Lower Legs: Treatment areas is from the knee down, front and back, including feet and toes.

At Advanced Specialty Care, we provide laser hair removal, as well as other skincare and chemical peel treatments. Our offices are located in Fairfield County, Connecticut in the towns of Danbury, Norwalk, and Ridgefield. Call us today to book your appointment, or request online now!