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Shim Ching, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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In May 2013 I had my first treatment of laser hair...

In May 2013 I had my first treatment of laser hair removal. I suffered from severe razor burn when I shaved and I love going to the beach and was very insecure about my razor burn which would be not only in the bikini are but also on the back of my legs. I dark blonde and have fair skin. I do tan very easily and all my hair below my waistline is black and coarse in patchy areas.

The first treatment immediatly relieved the razor burn. The hair grew back a little slower but still dark and thick. After the third treatment the hair was fine and almost all gone. I completed 7 treatments and was hairless and razor burn free. However, after two years the growth returned almost as dark and coarse as before laser treatment. I am currently seeing a different office for removal and they use a more intense laser and the price is higher however, I hope it will work this time. I was told that my hormones could have flucuated and caused the regrowth. Initially I paid $1200 $200 per treatment and one free a total of 7 treatments and now I was quoted $1875 or $375 per session and it is recommended I complete 5-6.

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
1401 S. Beretania St., Honolulu, Hawaii
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I never saw the doctor. However, the staff was friendly. The laser treatment was done in 20 minutes or less. I was also uncovered in the patient room, fully exposed as the staffmember stoped the treatment and excused herself and opended the door. There was no curtain for my privacy and another staff came to the door as I was laying there waiting for my extended bikini laser treatment. When I wanted to schedule a consultation for a tummy tuck I was told by the staff that the doctor does not do partial tummy tucks and the rates are of a full tummy tuck because the doctor wants the tummy's flat. I then felt that it was a business looking out for themselves only and not the patient. I was at my ideal weight with little fat and no need for muscle repair. I found an office which was willing to meet my needs on an individual basis.