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Replied on 6/7/2010

By: Laser Lipo and Vein Center  |  Thomas Wright M.D. F.A.C.P.
O'Fallon, MO

Laser hair removal only treats hair that is actively growing during any one treatment. Only about 20 - 30% of hair is growing at any time. Therefore, it usually takes 6 - 8 treatment cycles spaced 4 - 8 weeks apart (depending on the body area) to see clearance. You will, however, begin to see a reduction in hair density even after the first treatment.

Replied on 6/2/2010

By: Rejuve  |  John Tang, MD.
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Saratoga, CA

To have a successful result, multiple treatments are required. On average, 6-15 treatments are needed every 4-6 wks depending on the area, skin type, and type of laser used.

Replied on 6/1/2010

By: Aspen Medical Aesthetics and Laser Clinic  |  Dr Chris Knuth
Mequon, WI

No. Hair follicles go through growth cycles and a resting phase. Only actively growing hair can be treated, so no matter the technology, multiple treatments will be required.

Replied on 6/1/2010

By: Gia Laser Aesthetic Center  |  Dr. Jeffrey Kronson
Claremont, CA

No, laser hair removal requires a series of treatments regardless of the type of laser. The hair must be in a particular phase and only about 60% of hair follicles are in this phase at any one time. Or complete and permanent hair removal, we recommend 4-5 sessions.

Replied on 6/1/2010

By: Celibre Medical Corporation  |  Laser Dermatology & Injections
Orange, CA

It is not possible to have a high % of laser hair removal in one treatment. In the best case scenario, you may achieve 20% - 40% permanent reduction of the hair, but this would be the best case. Normally it takes about 6 treatments to achieve 80% - 90% permanent hair
removal.

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