Can I do laser hair removal on my healed bone cancer leg? I have a metal bar

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Tina B. West, MD · Answer

Thanks for reaching out!  Yes, you can have laser hair removal on your healed leg.  The laser hair device penetrates only at a superficial depth targeting the hair follicle.  Best!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, you can have laser hair removal. Diode, alexandrite and yag lasers work best for hair removal. I typically have patients do every 4 weeks for the first 3 times and then every 4-6 weeks for 3 times after. It will take a series of treatments. See an expert in laser hair removal for best results. Best, Dr. Emer

Lynn M. Klein, MD, FAAD · Answer

The laser energy used during laser hair removal is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle, and won't penetrate deeply enough to reach your leg bone. Just be sure to let your laser technician know about your medical history and you should be fine.

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

There is no problem with having laser hair removal on your healed bone cancer leg presuming you have the treatment at a reputable medical clinic. The laser penetrates superficially to the hair root, and not deep enough to affect the metal bar or anything else important.

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, you can have laser hair removal done on your healed leg. Please make sure you seek treatment from a board-certified dermatologist.

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