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In my practice I use diode lasers for the best outcome. I typically have patients do every 4 weeks for the first 3 times and then every 4-6 weeks for 3 times after. It takes a series of treatments for improvement in hair reduction. I suggest you see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.
BBL is a brand name for IPL (intense pulse light) that is made by Sciton. It is a general light based treatment that can be used for many applications (pigment spots, fine lines, redness, etc.) It can also be used for hair removal. Often times practices will buy it for its multiple applications. Based on your description, you can get good results. However, the alexandrite (755nm) wavelength works very well on your skin type and is more comfortable. This has been shown in studies (comfort). Both IPL and alexandrite are effective in hair removal. Comfort is the only real difference.
Indeed you must have reservations if the clinical provider appeared to have concerns at the time of the treatment! It is not likely that this is a problem that cannot be corrected, however.To answer your inquiry about the meaning of BBL, this is a term that the Sciton laser uses as an a...
This is an interesting question. I would like to know what medications you were given during the procedure. This could be an allergic reaction to a particular med. I don't believe the procedure itself was the cause, however, you should consult with your plastic surgeon and/or a skin specialist.
This is a great question, and the answer basically is No, not safe, the darker your skin, the greater the risk of pigmentation, or worse, burning or scarring. So what are your choices if you have darker olive or brown skin? Answer... PicoSure FOCUS is our "go to" laser for both...
