Laser hair removal works by sending a beam of laser light to a group of hair follicles with enough power to disable or destroy the root, but not enough power to harm the surrounding skin. This process is called selective photothermolysis, because it targets only the hair and not the skin. The surrounding skin is usually cooled with a gel, a spray, or a cooling tip. The laser beam finds the hair follicles by targeting the substance that gives skin and hair dark color - melanin. Therefore, the ideal candidate for laser hair removal has dark hair and light skin. The laser will not work on people with red, white, gray or true blond hair. The hot laser light will also be attracted to the melanin in the skin, so people with suntans, or dark skin types are at more of a risk for discoloration of pigment and other side effects. Laser only destroys hair in its active growth phase, the anagen phase. This phase lasts several years, and up to 85% of our hair is in that phase at any given time. The good thing is that during this phase, the hair has an abundance of melanin and the hair follicle is easily targeted. There are four different kinds of laser light that are commonly used for hair removal: Aesthera PPx Pain Free system - a new pneumatic energy and broad band light combination that is faster and easier than any other laser hair removal device
Alexandrite- such as the Candela GentleLase Plus.
Ruby- such as the EpiTouch or the Epilaser.
Diode- such as the Coherent Light Sheer.
ND, and LP ND Yag- such as the Candela GentleYag and the Altus Cool Glide. These are all effective, fast, comfortable and safe for permanent hair removal. There are several factors that a laser technician can often control to customize a treatment for efficacy, safety and comfort: Pulse length- long pulsed lasers are considered safest.
Fluence- Selection of energy levels can be varied for skin type.
Delay- The time in between pulses of light affects how much the skin and hair follicle are allowed to cool off
Spot Size- Affects the speed and penetration of the laser. A larger spot penetrates deeper. A good selection of spot sizes helps the technician reach the hair at the depth at which it grows.
Cooling- The surrounding skin may be protected by a gel, spray or cooled tip pressed against the skin. Complications from lasers built in the last few years are rare; however, you should discuss any potential complications with your doctor prior to beginning any medical procedure. As always beware of discount laser centers, not all lasers are the same, and this staff requires the proper medical knowledge, training and the ability to handle complications. Frequently Asked Questions about Laser Hair Removal
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Laser Hair Removal in Austin Texas
Beleza Med Spa Beleza Med Spa offers the most advanced non-invasive medical aesthetics technologies available in Austin to enhance your appearance, rejuvenate your skin, and restore your ideal body shape…It is true…looking your youngest without surgery has never been easier. Say goodbye to lines, wrinkles, brown and red spots, unwanted hair, fat & varicose veins! Beleza Medspa is dedicated to making you look as great as you feel. We are a physician owned and supervised medical spa with two locations in Austin and in Round Rock, Texas that serves the greater Austin area. Dr. Broder and his staff have the expertise and experience to help restore your beautiful shape and skin. We offer non-invasive procedures and products that are clinically proven to be safe and effective such as SmartLipo and DOT Therapy Laser Skin Resurfacing amongst many others. We guarantee your satisfaction and will support you during all phases of your treatment.  Beleza Medspa is owned and operated by Lawrence D. Broder MD. Dr. Broder has been in practice for more than twelve years and has extensive experience in both surgery and primary care. He is board certified in Family Medicine and has more than three years of dedicated surgery training. He has performed more than 300 operations as a resident surgeon and has experience in trauma, endoscopy, laparoscopy, microsurgery, and plastics. He has seen more than 10,000 patients in the primary care setting. His unique combination of primary care experience and surgical training, make him exceptionally qualified to provide medical aesthetic procedures for his patients. He is especially interested and well versed in non-invasive procedures to restore aging and damaged skin.
Some highlights about Dr Broder:
Born in New York City (Far East Texas!).
Ivy League graduate from Cornell University (BS).
Medical training at St Louis University (MD).
Member Texas Medical Association
Member Travis County Medical Society
Associate American Academy of Cosmetic Physicians
Two years of General Surgery training at Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii.
One year of Urology training at Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii.
Seven years as US Army Officer (Major) and Flight Surgeon, Ft Hood, Texas.
Family Medicine training completed at Scott and White Memorial Hospital, Temple, Tx,
Medical aesthetics training by Dr David Sneed of Aesthetica Medspa, Anna Rinehart, Dr. Stephen Mulholland, Dr Patick Bitter, Jr (developers of FotoFacial, LipoLite & ThreadLift.)
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Interesting plastic surgery and health facts about Austin
Austin, frequently referred to as the gateway to the Texas hill country, is blessed with 300 days of sunshine per year. Considered the trendiest city in Texas and home of many high-tech companies including Dell Computers.
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