If the treatment eliminates one hair shaft forever you have both - a reduction in the number of hairs and a permanent hair reduction. Your question reminds me of unhappy patients that have come into my office. BIG communication problem or perhaps hidden agenda on either or both sides. ... more
Laser Hair Reduction vs. Removal: what's the difference
some clinics offer permanent reduction while others say permanent removel. is that just wording or is there a difference there?
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A: Permanent hair removal vs reduction
This is just wording for legal reasons. In reality a lot of hair is permanently removed but the new hair growth can make it almost impossible to have zero hair, especially in large areas like legs, back etc. A good result is cosidered getting rid of 85% of all hair in any treated area. Also every year or two a... more
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