Are there any restrictions to getting laser hair therapy? Is it ok to get any laser treatments with a pacemaker or Atriclip?

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Is it ok to get any laser treatments with a pacemaker or Atriclip? (Laser Hair Therapy)

Laura A. Katz, MD · Answer

It is important to take a detailed history in any patient desiring laser hair removal.  We usually do not do any radiofrequency treatments on anyone with a pacemaker.  Laser hair removal with the Gentleax Pro would be possible but not close to where the pacemaker or any other device or metal would be in the body.  We would not want the device to heat up or malfunction in any way, which could be life threatening.  It would also be important for you to tell your doctor or treatment provider any and all medications or supplements etc that you are on to make sure that your are not on any with heat sensitive side effects.  Several cardiac meds fall into this category.  If you are on any of these, your skin may burn or otherwise react poorly to the treatment.

Cynthia Stolovitz, MD · Answer

Hi,
 Typically we do not like to do laser treatments in the area close to the pacemaker. 
We also do not like to use radio frequency devices or Electromagnetic devices with a pacemekaer.
However if you would like to do a facial treatment with an IPL or even  alaser , it can be done. We would need to know exactly what you want done and discuss it with your doctor on a case by case basis.

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