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Q: What are the benefits of laser hair removal compared to alternative treatments?
A: The primary benefits of laser hair removal include:

Larger areas may be treated with less discomfort using Apex 800 laser than with electrolysis, waxing or tweezing
The Apex 800 combines both speed and long lasting results
The Apex 800 works on almostany area of the body where a hair-free appearance is desired

Q: Who is a candidate for laser hair removal?
A: The unique design of the laser allows treatment of a wide range of skin types and hair colors. Your physician will evaluate your skin type and hair color to determine if you are a candidate for treatment.

Q: What areas of the body can be treated?
A: In women, the most common areas for treatment are upper lip, chin, bikini line, legs, and underarms. In men, the most common areas for treatment are shoulders and back.

Q: How many treatments are required?
A: The number of treatments required for optimal long-term benefits depends on the area of treatment, the hair density, and the growth cycle. Age, ethnicity, weight, hormones, diet, medication, and metabolism all play a part in hair's location, thickness, and resilience. Your physician will create a custom treatment plan for you.

Q: How does the Apex 800 laser work?
A: The laser generates a beam of intense, concentrated light which is directed through a small handpiece to the treatment site. The laser energy is absorbed by pigment in the hair causing selective damage to the follicle. Because the laser treats more than one hair at a time, it is possible to treat larger areas such as the back, shoulders, arms, legs, and face. Even sensitive areas such as nipples, upper lip, and bikini line can be treated easily and with minimal discomfort. Apex 800 laser treatment is a safe, fast, gentle, and effective method for hair removal.

Q: Is the laser treatment painful?
A: While some areas of the body are more sensitive than others, most patients report little or no discomfort. For more sensitive patients, anesthetic creams can be applied prior to treatment.

Q: Are there any side effects?
A: Short-term side effects may include a slight reddening of the skin or local swelling which typically lasts less than an hour, although it may infrequently last a few days. In rare instances, some blistering may occur. Laser hair removal does not make hair grow back thicker, darker, or quicker. In fact, the opposite is often the case. Hair growth will frequently be delayed after treatment. When hair does grow back, it may be lighter, thinner, and less dense.