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Is IPL Therapy for Chest or Face

I need to have my face and a few areas on my chest treated (red and brown marks/sun damage). Can I have IPL for these areas, or is it for one area only? I'm also wondering approximately how much would it cost to have the treatment on these areas.

Asked 34 months ago by kate25 in Boston, MA
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All these areas can be treated

It is extremely common to treat multiple area with IPL. It works very well for sun damaged skin on the face, neck and chest, and hands. There is a series of treatments you will need spaced 3-4 weeks apart and most offices offer package rates for these treatments. The prices vary widely so you will need to make some calls in your area.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Can be used in multiple areas

The IPL is routinely used in multple areas. Some practices charge per area and others do not. The IPL is excellent for the problem you have mentioned. You will be amazed at the results, especially for pigmented areas. Charges vary. Most practices sell IPL treatments in a package since IPL treatments work best after a series of treatments. Our practice sells a package of 5 for $500; one treatment is sold for $120. Prices vary of course.
Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
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