Q1. Are cosmetic laser treatments expensive?
A1. No. In fact, many cosmetic laser treatments are only slightly more expensive then getting a facial at a good spa or having your hair cut and colored. Remember, laser treatments are a cosmetic service rendered by educated and experienced health care professionals. Depending on the service, laser treatments usually start around $150 and go up from there.
Q2. Do laser treatments hurt?
A2. Depending on the laser treatment of course, there sometimes is mild to moderate discomfort. Very rarely does anyone find it too uncomfortable to continue without numbing cream.
Q3. Is laser hair removal really permanent?
A3. Yes, laser hair removal delivers "permanent hair reduction" results. While results can vary from person to person, laser does permanently reduce the amount of hair in a given treatment area. While laser treatments can NOT promise 100% removal of hair in a treatment area, most people experience 70-95% reduction over time. This is because human biology can stimulate dormant (sleeping) hair cells that are not present today, to grow in the future.
Q4. Does laser tattoo removal really work?
A4. Yes. Laser treatments can permanently remove tattoos. Most clients can reasonably expect 75-100% removal over time. But remember, laser tattoo removal treatments, when done properly, are meant to be a slow steady process.
Q5. What are the most popular cosmetic laser treatments?
A5. The most popular laser treatments are: laser hair removal, photo facial light treatments, laser tattoo removal, laser resurfacing and cellulite reduction.
Q6. What benefits do cosmetic laser treatments offer versus plastic surgery?
A6. Surgical face-lifts are the gold standard for tightening loose skin due to the effects of aging. However, face-lifts are very expensive and risky AND plastic surgery does not specifically address issues of skin discolorations, enlarged pores, fine lines and skin texture. Laser treatments can address these issues and more therefore they definitely have their place in the cosmetic field.
Q7. Can I remove brown and red spots from my face, my hands?
A7. Yes. In fact, you can remove years of brown and red skin discolorations from your skin in just weeks. The photo facial light treatment and the Nd: YAG laser are ideally suited for these issues.
Q8. How many laser treatments will I need?
A8. That depends entirely on the laser treatment. Some laser treatments may only require a single visit for good results, while others require multiple visits. Our laser consultations are free.
Q9. Do cosmetic laser treatments leave scars or damage the skin?
A9. Permanent side effects following a cosmetic laser treatment are rare. While there is always slight risk of scarring or skin changes with any cosmetic procedure, lasers have been used safely on thousands of people worldwide.
Q10. Can laser treatments be performed on the face and body?
A10. Yes. Almost all cosmetic laser treatments can be performed on the face and body with equal results.
