What is the Candela GentleLase laser and why is it a safe treatment?

Candela has a superior family of lasers that many doctors rely upon to effectively treat patients for laser hair removal, age spots, melasma, freckles, sun spots, facial and leg veins, and wrinkles. The GentleLase System, a revolutionary long-pulse high energy alexandrite laser emits a gentle beam of high-intensity light that passes through the skin to the hair follicle where it is absorbed. The laser energy is transformed into heat, which destroys the hair follicle leaving the surrounding skin unaffected.

The skin is further protected during treatment by a Dynamic Cooling Devicetmwhere cryogen is sprayed onto the skin cooling the upper layers and providing patients with increased comfort. The GentleLase selectivity helps to protect the skin, while effectively treating the unwanted hair.

Traditional hair removal techniques, such as shaving, plucking, waxing and depilatory creams provide only temporary relief. Until now, the only recognized way to remove hair permanently has been by electrolysis - which can be tedious, time-consuming and uncomfortable. The GentleLase System safely removes unwanted body hair without damaging the delicate pores and structures of the skin. It is an excellent permanent hair reduction laser for lighter skin types I-IV. Facial and bikini areas are usually completed in less than ten minutes; legs, backs and larger areas can take longer.

We proudly offer versatile cosmetic laser treatment options which feature the cutting edge technology of Candela Laser. We invite you to schedule a free consultation to learn more about how we can use our Candela laser to meet your skin care requirements.

To learn more about Candela Laser, visit www.candelalaser.com.

About Hair Removal:

• Laser technology has been in use for the last eight years internationally.

• Laser Hair removal is the most practical and efficient, least painful and expensive professional method of hair removal.

• Each pulse treats an area about the size of a dime.

• Treatments are performed by a highly trained Registered Nurse.

• Pulse feels like a warm, sharp rubber band snap.

• It is necessary to retreat because hair is not disabled when in a resting phase.

• No noticeable after-effects.

Before Hair Removal Treatment: 

• No UVB exposure for  (4) weeks prior to treatment.

• Sign the procedure consent form.

• Hair in the area of treatment will be shaved or closely clipped.

• An anesthetic cream will be applied to the area.

• The target area will be marked on the skin and charted.

• The treatment will take 30-60 minutes, based on the size of the treatment area.

• Photographs may be taken so we have comparisons in the chart.

• Multiple treatments are required over several months.

After Hair Removal Treatment:

• Treated area may look red, slightly puffy - redness fades within 24 hours.

• May feel like a mild sunburn for a day or so; you may apply ice.

• We will apply ice packs after treatment.

• Return to normal activity.

• Gentle cleansing and sun block are important while the skin is sensitive.

• No trauma to the treated area - no hot baths, aerobic exercise, massage, hot tubs, etc.

• Sunscreen with an SPF of 25 or greater needs to be applied to the treatment area during your treatment series.

• No UVB exposure.