Laser Hair Removal

If you don’t want to deal with the pain and hassle of shaving, waxing, or plucking unwanted hair, you should consider laser hair removal at Avenel Primary Care in Avenel, New Jersey. Haroon Arshad, MD, MBA, Sanna Arshad, PA-C, MHA, and the team can help you get rid of undesirable hair permanently and achieve smoother skin. To explore the benefits of laser hair removal at Avenel Primary Care, call the office or book an appointment online today.

What is laser hair removal?

Laser hair removal is an effective and painless way to get rid of hair follicles and prevent hair from regrowing. Treatment with laser technology doesn’t require any downtime and can be used on all skin types. 

You might consider laser hair removal at Avenel Primary Care to treat facial or body hair in areas such as your: 

• Bikini area
• Buttocks 
• Legs 
• Back
• Abdomen 
• Chest 
• Arms
• Neck
• Upper lip

Laser hair removal is a less costly way to treat unwanted hair in the long-term. Results are often permanent, making it a convenient procedure to undergo for hair removal. 

Is laser hair removal right for me?

The team at Avenel Primary Care discusses your medical history and reviews your concerns before recommending laser hair removal. Some medical conditions may disqualify you from treatment, including having genital herpes, skin cancer, or keloid scars. 

If you qualify for laser hair removal, your provider tailors your treatment sessions to match your needs.

How can I prepare for laser hair removal?

Avenel Primary Care may provide you with special instructions prior to your laser hair removal appointment. Your provider might ask you to avoid tanning and stop taking certain medications. 

You should also steer clear of other hair removal techniques, such as plucking or waxing, for about a month prior to laser treatment. However, you can shave the treatment area the day before your session.

What happens during laser hair removal?

When you come in for your laser hair removal session, your provider has you lie comfortably on an exam table or reclining chair. They then apply numbing cream to the treatment area to minimize any discomfort, and ask you to wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from the laser. 

Next, your provider uses a special device that emits the laser energy into areas of your face or body containing the undesirable hair.

What should I expect after laser treatment?

Following your laser treatment, you might have some redness, tenderness, and swelling for a few hours. You may ice the treatment areas to reduce these temporary side effects. 

It takes time to see the results of laser hair removal. The treated hair will fall out over time, and you’ll notice significantly less hair. You might need multiple sessions to achieve your desired results, but the team can help schedule your next session after the first treatment. In the meantime, it’s important to wear sunscreen and avoid the sun.

Learn more about laser hair removal and how it can help you at Avenel Primary Care. Call the office or use the online tool to book an appointment today.