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Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD answers: How to check for a clinic's reputability or success rate?

How can I check a clinic's reputability or success rate? I am considering laser hair removal and am trying to set up consultations with a variety of clinics.


Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD
18 days ago
By Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD - New York City Facial Plastic Surgeon

Do not select your "clinic" for laser hair removal based on price.  The following will keep you out of trouble and avoid complications from laser hair removal.

  • Ask to meet with the physician running the clinic, NOT just the technician
  • There should be an experienced MD on site at all times supervising and or performing your treatment.
  • What lasers are being used?  New vs. old technology.  Can their laser treat all skin colors?
  • Does the clinic rent or own their lasers? There is less control over quality/ongoing maintenance and upgrades when a laser is rented.
  • Don't fall for false guarantees i.e. permanent hair removal. You will grow new hairs that have not been there before- there is ongoing maintenance.  

Good luck!

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