I had a tummy tuck in April and thigh lift in June. I LOVE the results, but the hair between those two areas ;) is now further across and higher than before. My PS did a great job minimizing it but wondering about laser hair removal to clean it up some but the lasering will be right up to and likely over the scar line. Will the laser hurt the scar or cause it to darken? When would be ok? Since the scar is darker, will it be more painful when zapped? Thanks!!!
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January 22, 2019
Answer: Laser hair removal is safe near abdominoplasty scars
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Daniel Levy, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Most patients would be happy to have had such a great result. Don't worry, to see full correction from laser hair removal you would need a series of 6-8 treatments total. It may take some time but your hair will fully grow back.
Groin hidradenitis can be treated with a combination of laser therapy, medical management, surgical decompression, and topical therapy. Start with Melapads to the area twice daily. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon
Laser hair removal destroys the hair follicle to give you a lasting result. In between treatments the hair will grow back thinner then before, most patients need 6-9 treatment for full correction. You should only be shaving the area between sessions, no waxing, threading, or plucking and...
