Safe to laser where a metal rod is in the leg?

February 9, 2017
Asked By:Laser Nurse London in London, GB

Is it safe to do laser hair removal on a clients leg that has a metal rod in situ? It's been there for many years. I have the Lightsheer diode laser system.

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February 10, 2017

Answer: Laser Hair Removal Facts and Metal Rods in Body

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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February 10, 2017

Answer: Laser Hair Removal Facts and Metal Rods in Body

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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July 31, 2018

Answer: Make sure to have it done under supervision of board certified provider.

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July 31, 2018

Answer: Make sure to have it done under supervision of board certified provider.

February 26, 2017

Answer: Is laser safe with a metal rod is in the leg?

February 26, 2017

Answer: Is laser safe with a metal rod is in the leg?

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February 11, 2017

Answer: Is a laser safe if I have a metal rod in my leg?

Steven F. Weiner, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist
February 11, 2017

Answer: Is a laser safe if I have a metal rod in my leg?

Steven F. Weiner, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist
February 13, 2017

Answer: Yes!

February 13, 2017

Answer: Yes!

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