Risks Of Laser Hair Removal
Lesley Chew
Laser hair removal is often only thought of as a cosmetic procedure.
Nothing
can go wrong, right? In reality, it is also considered a medical
procedure. All medical procedures have some risks and dangers and side
effects associated with them.
Side Effects
Laser hair removal is a very common procedure that millions of people
have undertaken. It is safe to say that the risks are not deterring
anyone anyway, but all potential candidates should make themselves
aware of the risks.
Laser hair removal involves a light that uses special wavelengths to
damage the hair follicles. Just enough damage is done to prevent or
reduce the amount of hair that grows back. How the procedure works is
the source of a common misunderstanding among many patients.
Not all such procedures offer true 100% permanent results, but few
people know this very important fact. Permanent laser hair removal is
the most sought after and yet, few laser machines offer permanent
results.
The majority of the machines will only offer a reduction in hair
growth. The procedure isn't known to be permanent though. Although
permanent laser hair removal and a reduction in hair growth offer
different results, the risks for each procedure are still the same.
The light used in the hair removal procedure targets the pigmented
colors of the skin. Individuals seeking this treatment are encouraged
to stay out of the sun. Having a tan or dark colored skin can make the
procedure difficult or even impossible. Having dark skin will not
medically put yourself at risk during the procedure, but you do run the
risk of having the treatment not working.
There are also a number of medications that are not safe to use when
having a laser hair removal treatment. If you are on any medication at
all, it is absolutely necessary to let your doctor know before the
treatment begins. There are some medications that can reduce the
affects of the procedure. The real possible danger lies in the health
risks associated with combining medications with the hair removal
procedure.
Most patients who have done laser hair removal did not, in fact, feel
any pain. Some Many may experience a small amount of pain, but it is
often manageable. The amount of discomfort experienced during the
procedure is noted by many patients to be similar to the feeling of
someone poking you. However if you are having the treatment at
sensitive areas such as the armpits and the groin region, pain is
evitable. If you are concerned about the pain during or after the
procedure, speak to your doctor about the possibilities of anesthesia.
The highest risks associated are laser marks or skin burns. These risks
are very rare. The only reason why a patient should have skin burns or
laser marks on their skin is if the hair removal procedure was not
properly performed. This is why it is extremely important to know who
you are dealing with when having your hair removed by a laser.
Knowing the risks for a medical procedure is never enough. You must
take an active part in preparing for the treatment and caring for
yourself during the period of your skin's recovery.
Lesley is the webmaster of
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