Archive for January, 2006

University of Virginia offers New Laser Hair Removal System

Tuesday, January 31st, 2006

A new laser hair removal method is offered by the University of Virginia which is faster, safer, more permanent and less painful. The university is one of the first in the country to offer a service much better than other traditional methods of hair removal. A colored beam of highly concentrated light is produced that can disable several follicles at a time by vaporizing the pigment in hair follicles. A virtually painless hair removal is achieved using a special hand piece to cool surrounding skin while laser energy is being emitted.

Dr. Raymond Morgan, professor and chairman of the department of Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery at U.Va. Said that this was a tremendous advance in the field of hair removal. New laser delivers energy closer to the root of the hair hence elimination of 90 percent of currently growing hair follicles can be achieved. And the cooling hand piece removes the necessity of using anesthesia. The new laser is lighter than all other older lasers weighing less than 100 pounds and delivers light through fiber optic cable, which makes it easier to use.

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Laser Hair for Less – The Clinic Claims to Beat any Price in Phoenix Arizona Valley

Sunday, January 29th, 2006

Laser hair removal has become a fast and effective method to get rid of unwanted body hair. Now Lasers for less claims to provide an inexpensive laser treatment to its clients. The clinic is decided to offer great service, at super low prices. Thousands of happy customers and years of experience in laser hair removal result in superior service and keep customers coming back. The satisfied customers of the clinic also benefit from the unique referral program carried out by the center.

The two beautiful salons are located at Scottsdale and Chandler, both offer free consultations at any time and excellent laser hair removal services at down to earth costs. Among the many attractions available at the clinics are the low prices, new customer coupon, current special, referral program, and gift certificates. A discount coupon that entitles a customer for a big discount can be downloaded and printed at the clinics website.

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Cleveland- Woman Suffered from Permanent burn Marks Caused by Non-Physician Laser Technician

Monday, January 23rd, 2006

A local woman in Cleveland suffered from nearly 6,000-second degree burn marks on her legs after a 3- hour laser hair removal procedure. A non-physician laser technician performed the process. The patient was given intravenous Valium and Demerol for pain relief. Many doctors believe agree that such amounts of pain relievers are not required for laser hair removal procedures, also it limits the patients self assessment of possible over treatment, more tough. A dose of anesthesia allowed the burning to continue unnoticed until the procedure was done and the medications descended.

Most medical practitioners emphasize on the fact that excessive use of painkillers should be avoided during laser hair removal, as the process itself does not cause severe pain. The irritation experienced during the treatment is well within safe limits and can be easily controlled by light anesthesia. Pictures of burnt legs of the patient can be viewed at the site below, which left the patient with thousand permanent scars.

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Influence of Different Wavelengths of Light Emitted by Various Lasers for Causing Effective Photocoagulation of Hair Follicles

Sunday, January 22nd, 2006

Numerous factors influence adequate results obtained from laser hair removal. The physiology of hair, the type of equipment used and the experience of doctor all affect the outcome of the treatment. Different lasers have different capabilities for hair destruction. In order to obtain a definitive destruction of hair growth it is essential to destroy the most interior part of the follicle that is the area around the bulb and the external part of the root.

It is necessary to apply a greater quantity of energy directly from the laser to effectively photocoagulate the deepest follicles and those having less melanin content. Ruby laser 694nm, alexandrite laser 755nm or the diode laser 810 nm have less penetrating wavelengths, hence high amount of energy is required to reach enough depth for destroying follicles. This invariably creates a serious risk of damaging the epidermis. Nd: YAG laser provides best penetration depths at lowest energy levels, so is most suited to treat dark skin tones.

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The Chiltern Medical Clinic in Berkshire and London Happily Announces Using Alexandrite (Apogee Elite) for Laser Treatments

Saturday, January 21st, 2006

The clinic offers excellent consultation services to its customers as it believes in the fact that well informed customers are an asset to successful treatment and prevention. A thorough explanation of patient’s diagnosis and treatment options is provided along with printed information guides. The entire process consists of initial invitation for confidential consultation. The interaction is designed to inform the candidate about everything involved in the treatment, expected results and anticipated cost of the process. It is also an opportunity to analyze individual requirements and specific treatment needs for each individual.

The Chiltern Medical Clinic is pleased to announce that they are using the Alexandrite (Apogee Elite) laser for hair removal since October of last year. The system contains two lasers the alexandrite (wavelength 755nm) and the Nd: Yag Laser (wavelength 1064 nm). This new addition of laser device has been a great benefit and is facilitating excellent results with the vast majority of our hair removal patients.

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Laser Hair Removal for Brides by Harmony Laser Center in Fort Collins

Friday, January 20th, 2006

Fort Collins offers numerous cosmetic treatments that are sure to enhance one’s appeal and leave the skin glowing on your special day. Brides usually consider laser treatments, massages and facials as popular services for their big day. Since 1998 Harmony Laser Center in Fort Collins is offering services for Women and Men feel better about themselves. The clinic was helping people gat rid of unwanted hair using electrolysis long before lasers were invented. But with the advent of lasers Hiller, general manager of the center selected most successful laser equipment and replaced the slow and painful method of electrolysis.

The center is located at College Avenue and offers cosmetic enhancement services targeted for brides. Microdermabrations, laser hair removal and Botox are the most common treatments availed for bridal preparations. Recently both men and women prefer laser hair removal processes to get rid of unwanted hair on their body, as it would last longer from their wedding to honeymoon.

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Healing Products for Post Laser Hair Removal Treatments

Thursday, January 19th, 2006

Laser hair removal procedures usually do not require any down time or elaborate post treatment care. Though slight sensation of irritation, tenderness or redness might be experienced after the therapy. Many products available in market facilitate recovery from such after effects of laser. Laser hair removal stores offers variety healing products that both men and women can use to enhance comfort during healing. The recovery of symptoms, if any caused by laser treatments is made easy through use of these products.

Post laser hair removal skin recovery products are offered by the store. The variety ointments and creams that help relieve irritation, tenderness and burning sensation of the skin include-

Procyte complex CU3 Post-Laser Lotion – This is a soothing moisturizing lotion with

Patented GHK Copper peptide complex specifically developed for tender skin after laser hair removal.

Skin Care Technologies PFB Vanish – It is a unique elegant roll- on gel formulated to

provide relief from ingrown hairs, razor burn / bumps resulting from shaving, waxing, electrolysis and laser hair removal.

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Ideal Image Bags Exclusive Agreement with Candela for laser hair removal devices

Wednesday, January 18th, 2006

An exclusive long-term agreement has been signed between Candela Corporation and Ideal Image for the supply of GentleLASE® and GentleYAG® lasers. Ideal image specializes in laser hair removal and has over 30 franchises throughout United States and Australia. Increasing number of Americans turning to laser hair removal process, last year over 1.4 million Americans received laser hair removal treatment. Ideal Image would introduce even more franchises featuring Candela’s premier lasers for hair removal. As Candela provides highest quality technical and service support for practitioners apart from being a leading manufacturer of laser equipments.

Gerard E. Puorro, Candela’s President and Chief Executive officer said-

“We are proud that after an extensive vendor evaluation process, the GentleLASE and GentleYAG have become the lasers of choice for the hair removal specialists at Ideal Image".

"We believe that Ideal Image’s experience and reputation for excellence in the laser hair removal industry is a perfect match for Candela’s leading products."

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Influence of Media on Rising Popularity of Laser Hair Removal Services

Tuesday, January 17th, 2006

Laser services is a medical procedure that has been most influenced by the hype and marketing strategies of media. No other medical cosmetic process has caused such high impact among, so large number of consumers. Patients usually are dreaded by the thought of X- rays and radiation, and take a back seat when it comes to adopting these procedures. But laser systems have created a safe place for itself among numerous patients. They usually visualize lasers as a pain free, fast method of attaining a beautiful, smooth skin. Great marketing policies and advertising in newspapers and magazines has basically resulted in such vast acceptance of laser procedure as a common safe aesthetic process.

Huge popularity of laser therapy also calls for extra concern over ethical issues related to it. High response of candidates for laser hair removal results in clinics paying less heed to safety and professional approach for treatment. Even ordinary beauticians are working as a laser therapist, which is causing a threat to patient’s well-being and safety.

Royal Free Hospital London NW3 offers laser hair removal services

Sunday, January 15th, 2006

The private skin laser clinic in London provides various laser services to patients. The services include laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, laser facial thread vein removal, laser age spot removal and other related treatments. The services provided by clinic are independent of the Royal Free Hampstead NHS Trust. The Skin laser clinic is located in Belsize Park in north London and appointments can be confirmed over phone.

NHS skin laser treatments are also available and are provided by The Royal Free Hampstead NHS Trust. Conditions that are deemed appropriate for NHS treatment are usually those acquired through disease, accident or birth. But the actual treatment would depend on local contracts. Also a referral letter from the patient’s general practitioner is required for NHS appointments. Patients considering permanent laser hair removal must understand about the basics of laser depilation and are required to go through the advice sheet introduced by the hospital.

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