I am interested in pursuing a series of laser hair removal sessions for my bikini area at a local medical spa. Is there a risk of contracting STD's such as Herpes or HPV from such a procedure? How are the laser hand-pieces normally sterilized? What questions should I ask the practitioners regarding sterilization of equipment or other hygienic practices before committing to these treatments?
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May 26, 2020
Answer: Ask about sanitation practices
Susan Fox, DO, RPVIInternist, Board Certified in Venous and Lymphatic Medicine
This is a great question. The chromophore for laser hair removal treatments are melanin and will only target dark hair, not vascular or red bumps. If the laser tech does decide to go over the bug bite there should be no harm done. Wish you the best.
LOVA- Lake Oswego Vein &...
Although there is no reason laser hair removal cannot be done while a patient is under anesthesia, treatment with laser hair removal is usually very quick and needs multiple treatments. Many surgeons will use other lasers (such as an Erbium or CO2 laser) while the patient is still under ...
