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We perform laser hair removal on the scalp in men and women who desire a hairless scalp. Men and women who have alopecia and hair loss may benefit from the procedure, as it can reduce the need for daily shaving. If you are planning scalp pigmentation or have recurrent folliculitis, these treatments may be essential. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
One could do laser hair removal on the scalp but it would be very painful and one would have to start at very low settings to avoid scarring.
Thank you for your question about laser hair removal, laser hair reduction.Yes, shaving your head is not prohibitive for laser hair removal.To be sure, see two or more licensed and board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have these treatments.I hope this helps.
Yes, the scalp can be treated effectively with laser hair removal. And you can continue to shave during your treatment cycle as well. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient andcannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-persontreatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
Having treated thousands of patients yearly, we continue to believe the Yag laser is ideal for laser photothermolysis for all skin types.Dr. Karamanoukian
Thanks for your question. The endpoint for many of the laser hair removal devices is post-treatment redness and what we call perifollicular edema, which are the bumps you are describing. This is not unusual or uncommon, and this should resolve rather quickly in the next day or so. The person...
Laser hair removal can be done at your age and no insurance company will cover the cost of the procedure – this is strictly a cosmetic procedure. At your age, you need to have parental consent to have the procedure done. You should consult with a board certified dermatologist to learn about t...