Seattle GentleLase doctors

	Daniel Berg, MD Seattle Dermatologic Surgeon 4225 Roosevelt Way NE Roosevelt 1, Fourth Floor , Seattle		2 answers
	Rena S. Wong, MD Seattle Plastic Surgeon 17646 First Avenue S., Normandy Park

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Laser Burn from GentleLase - Are Scars Permanent? Hi, I have had Laser hair removal on my thigh/brazilian area 6 days ago with candela Gentlelase,and have had bad burns as a result.It seems the therapist didn't realise I was too dark for the Gentlelase and was meant to use the other (gentleyag)on me to avoid burning me. Im afraid these scars are going to be premanent.. the darker parts are starting to peel resulting in pinkish skin underneath the area that has peeled off...will these scars be permanent? please help!!Photos attached. Thanks

A: Reaction after gentlelase Unfortunately it is impossible to tell what kind of longterm reaction you will have after that kind of short-term side effect. I would work with your laser doctor to heal as best as possible in the short run. It would not be surprising to have some hyperpigmenatation in the area (darker spots) but the good news is that hese usually fade with time (can be helped with bleaching creams too). Fortunately, permanent color change or scarring would be still relatively uncommon, though only time will tell - Changes in pigmentation can improve even up to a year after treatment.

Daniel Berg, MD

Seattle Dermatologic Surgeon

Cost of GentleLASE Laser Hair Removal? Is this a special kind of laser hair removal that costs more than other kinds of laser hair removal?

A: GentleLase just one of several effective lasers for hair removal

Our practice has used a GentleLase for years and it is an effective laser for hair removal in many patients. There are multiple other systems that also work well. Typically the GentleLase does not come with higher prices than other comparable hair removal lasers.

Daniel Berg, MD

Seattle Dermatologic Surgeon