10 Things to Know about Laser Treatment Procedures- RSA

1. Richmond Surgical Arts Present's 10 Things to Know about Laser Treatment Procedures Richmond Surgical Arts Richmond Surgical Arts, Inc. was founded by Dr. Gregory T. Lynam in 2003. From comprehensive plastic surgery to complete med spa and skin care, We make our patients beautiful inside and out. Our philosophy is to offer the highest quality of healthcare and personal service to our patients by providing a staff and plastic surgeon. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LASER HAIR REMOVAL How it works The reality is laser hair removal is science! Laser resurfacing directs short, concentrated beams of light at the treatment area, Laser skin resurfacing removes skin layer by layer with precision PlasticSurgeonDr. GregoryT. Lynam Who are the best candidates for laser hair reduction Everyone is not perfect candidate for laser hair removal. Patients with dark hair and light skin are ideal candidates for laser hair removal. This allows the laser to focus its light on the pigment within the hair and does not have pigment within the skin competing for it A Medical Consultation is Critical Before Any Laser Treatment It is essential that the person performing your laser treatment is fully aware of your medical conditions, allergies, and medications you are taking. What Should I Do to Prepare for My Laser Treatment? Stop smoking at least two (2) weeks prior to any laser treatment. Stop taking Vitamin E, aspirin, or any other medications or supplements that could delay healing. Stop using skin care products What is the Cost of Laser Skin Resurfacing? According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average cost of laser resurfacing in 2017, ranged from $1,100 to $2,100. Because laser resurfacing is considered a cosmetic procedure, most medical insurances will not cover the cost of laser resurfacing Results Depend on the Skills of the Provider Choose a qualified provider for his/her expertise, qualifications, and training. In the hands of a non-qualified, poorly trained individual, laser treatments can be ineffective and dangerous. Can Laser Treatment Get Rid of Scars? Laser treatment can also make a scar less noticeable, but it cannot get rid of a scar. When you have laser scar treatment, you’re replacing one scar with another less- noticeable scar. Will One Laser Resurfacing Treatment Be Sufficient? To give a patient long-lasting results and the most improvement, a dermatologist may schedule a series of laser treatments F O R M O R E D E T A I L S , V I S I T www.richmondsurgicalarts.com