Laser Hair Removal

Why Should Kay Plastic Surgery Perform My Med Spa Treatment?

Is Laser Hair Removal Right for You?

Laser Hair Removal Costs

What to Expect?

Your Recovery & Results

Hair on the face and body, while completely natural, can be embarrassing in growth that’s too heavy or in the wrong locations. Conventional methods of hair removal, such as shaving and waxing, are typically inconvenient and can result in ingrown hairs or razor burn. Laser hair removal provides a more permanent solution to face and body hair that can leave your skin smooth and hair-free.

Dr. Stephen Kay is well-known throughout the Washington D.C. region and beyond as one of the best plastic surgeons for surgical and nonsurgical treatments. Serving the Bethesda-Chevy Chase metro area, Dr. Kay has helped thousands of men and women improve their appearance with cosmetic surgery for the face and body, and nonsurgical medical spa treatments.

Please contact us online or call our Chevy Chase plastic surgery practice at 301-951-5120 for more information on laser hair removal.

Why Should Kay Plastic Surgery Perform My Med Spa Treatment?

  1. Dr. Kay and Susan Kramer, APRN, BC, our plastic surgery nurse practitioner, are experts in non-invasive restoration of the face, balancing and enhancing your best facial features.
  2. Susan Kramer, APRN, BC has over 25 years of extensive education and training in taking care of your non-invasive procedure.
  3. We provide the latest techniques and procedures including BOTOX®, JUVÉDERM®, Restylane®, Perlane®, Radiesse® and fat grafting.
  4. Dr. Kay and Susan Kramer, APRN, BC have injected thousands of patients and restored their self-confidence.
  5. Skin care plays an important part of the holistic experience at Kay Plastic Surgery. In addition to skin care planning, we prepare patients before surgery by taking pre-surgery vitamins and reviewing good nutrition. Our goal is a speedy recovery.
  6. We understand the importance of lowering your discomfort level, shortening your recovery and providing you with natural, amazing results.

Is Laser Hair Removal Right for You?

The best candidates for LHR have fair skin and dark hair, as this will maximize the effectiveness of the procedure. However, women and men of any skin tone can still achieve beautiful results. Candidates for laser hair removal may be seeking a long-term alternative to their shaving or waxing frustrations or have embarrassing face or body hair.

Laser hair removal can:

  • Permanently remove hair on the face and body
  • Reduce hair growth density
  • Result in significant improvements after only a few treatments
  • Effectively destroy the hair follicle without harming the surrounding skin
  • Get rid of embarrassing hair or hair that is difficult to reach
  • Help you feel confident on the beach or at the gym

Please visit our before and after photo gallery to see real patient results that are possible with medical-grade cosmetic treatments like laser hair removal.

Laser Hair Removal Costs

The costs of laser hair removal vary depending on the size of the treatment area and the number of treatments needed for optimum results. Dr. Kay and his staff will discuss your options for cosmetic surgery financing to help make your laser hair removal as affordable as possible.

What to Expect

Laser hair removal is a quick office procedure offers a long-term alternative to shaving and waxing for both men and women, and can be effective nearly anywhere on the face or body. Prior to your procedure, you should stop plucking or waxing so enough of the hair root is in a position to absorb light from the laser.

The procedure itself is relatively painless, although some patients experience mild discomfort. We will trim the hair to a few millimeters above the skin’s surface and adjust the laser equipment based on your hair pigment and skin tone. We may ask you to wear appropriate eye protection. A cold gel or cooling device will be applied to the exterior of your skin to help the laser light penetrate into the hair follicles. We will then apply a pulse of light to the treatment area.

Smaller areas like the face can be treated in only a couple of minutes, while larger areas like the back may take up to an hour. After the treatment is complete, you may be given an ice pack or anti-inflammatory cream to assist with any discomfort.

Your next session should be scheduled 4 to 6 weeks later, since each individual hair must be treated during its active growth cycle in order for LHR to be effective. While a noticeable decrease in hair growth is likely after only a couple of sessions, most patients continue treatment for 4 to 8 sessions until they are completely satisfied with their results.

Your Recovery & Results

Laser hair removal requires virtually no downtime, and most patients simply return to their routine immediately after their appointment. You may notice some irritation or redness in the treated area, but this usually fades quickly. You will need to keep the treatment areas out of direct sun exposure, and we may ask you to use a special skincare lotion or cream. The treated hair will gradually fall out over the course of the next month.

Most patients see a significant reduction in hair growth soon after their first or second treatment. After a full complement of sessions is completely finished, your skin will be permanently hair-free. Laser hair removal offers men and women the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of smooth skin without the ongoing commitment of shaving or waxing.

Kay Plastic Surgery
5530 Wisconsin Ave. Chevy Chase, MD 20815
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