Dear artofliving-ga;
Thank you for allowing me an opportunity to answer your interesting question.
Specialists in dermatology and cosmology seem to overwhelmingly agree
that laser hair removal is the most convenient, most efficient, and
least painful form of permanent hair removal on the medical market
today. The problem with recommending a particular form of laser hair
removal and a particular technician to do it is met with some
obstacles.
You see, every individual has a different physiological makeup where
his skin, and indeed the rest of one?s body, is concerned. Not all
patients can be routinely subjected to a ?universal? form of laser
hair removal. What might work for one might actually harm, or even
damage another. For this reason there are many different types of
laser equipment and laser techniques. Suffice it to say that each
patient must be examined and evaluated on his own and be individually
treated according to a number of facts, not the least of which is skin
tone, age, and density of hair in the affected area.
Secondly, there is not central database of ?Bests?. We are frequently
asked to deliver information about the best doctor, the best teacher
or the best mechanic, etc. Since there is no universal place from
which to derive such information, it is impossible to claim that the
best has been delivered in an answer.
What one person views as a fantastic experience another might see as
an unsuccessful attempt to accomplish the same goal. In other words,
because everyone (and everyone?s problem) is different from everyone
else (if even slightly), a variety of results can be seen in the
patients of every physician. No doctor has a 100% praise rate ? it
just isn?t a reasonable expectation. In addition, by policy we cannot
provide medical advice so I can only provide you with what has been
made publicly available on the issue. Nevertheless, I think you and
your son will be pleased.
On the other hand, what IS possible is to give you information
pertaining to highly praised physicians in the area you specified. By
this I mean physicians, technicians and organizations that some highly
recommended based on what media there is to arrive at such
conclusions. Having said that, this will be my approach as it is the
only real (read: honest) way of answering your question.
I search for information on this topic extensively and I kept reading
about one organization over and over again. Here is the one that
impressed me most based not on its media exposure and advertisement,
but on the merit of its verifiable leadership, consultation
capabilities, diversity in techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.
Had I been in the market for such a procedure myself, I would not
hesitate to consult this organization based on what I now know about
them:
CELIBRÉ MEDICAL CORPORATION provides the consultation that you are
asking about. From my research into this company I found that they
have no less than six different FDA approved state-of-the-art lasers
to accommodate the needs of patients with just about every hair
problem and skin tone/texture.
CELIBRÉ MEDICAL CORPORATION
http://www.celibre.com/
CELIBRÉ MEDICAL CORPORATION
23211 Hawthorne Blvd. 2nd Floor
Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: (310) 373-5000
Fax: (310) 373-5012
email: info@celibre.com
http://www.celibre.com/contactus.aspx
The director of this organization is Dr. Harold J. Kaplan, a renowned
facial plastic surgeon with over 27 years experience, and former
Associate Professor of Surgery at UCLA. He has also has published 15
professional journal articles, has contributed to various medical
books, and has taught courses to his medical peers at 18 different
national surgical meetings. He is, without a doubt, highly regarded
and well respected.
Dr. Harold J. Kaplan, MD, F.A.C.S.
http://unionfriendlyplasticsurgeons.com/html/harold_j__kaplan_m_d_.html
CELIBRÉ MEDICAL CORPORATION: MEET OUR PHYSICIAN
http://www.celibre.com/staff.aspx
How is the process done? Well, as I mentioned the treatment differs
from one individual and one problem to another:
?To understand why one laser is the most effective for each treatment,
a quick understanding of laser physics is necessary. Each laser
penetrates the skin to a unique depth and is attracted to a specific
target in the skin. To be effective in treating unwanted hair, the
laser must penetrate to the same depth as the bulb of the hair
follicle so that it can reach the melanin in the root. The 810 nm
Lumenis Lightsheer Diode laser is specifically designed to meet these
requirements, and therefore is the best equipment for removing
unwanted hair. In a similar fashion, all the lasers discussed below
were chosen by Celibré because their unique physical characteristics
match the necessary requirements for effective treatment.?
CELIBRÉ MEDICAL CORPORATION: OUR EQUIPMENT
http://www.celibre.com/equipment.aspx
How much do the treatments cost?
?The cost of the treatment depends on several factors including the
type and severity of the skin condition, and the number of treatments
needed to give you the optimal results. We will do our best to work
within your budget to achieve the desired results. Treatment plans can
be prepaid, pay as you go, or financed.?
CELIBRÉ MEDICAL CORPORATION: FAQS
http://www.celibre.com/faq.aspx
. . . . . . . . .
I might also recommend that you contact reputable sources for more
information that might be more familiar with what is regionally
available in the area of this specialty. You may, as in the case of
this source below, be able to obtain a FREE consultation before you
commit to this procedure:
Institute of Laser Medicine
100 UCLA Medical Plaza, Suites 205-210
Los Angeles, California 90095
(310)824-6191
INSTITUTE OF LASER MEDICINE
http://www.universitylaser.com/free.htm
In particular, Edward Tobinick M.D appears to be a highly regarded and
an extremely well educated physician in this field.
Professional Activities
Private Practice of Medicine
Asst. Clinical Professor of Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine(1984-Present)
Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine
Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology
Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
Education
Residencies in Internal Medicine and Dermatology, UCLA Hospital, Los Angeles
Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners; California Medical License G37710
Straight Medical Internship, UCLA Hospital
M.D. degree, UCSD School of Medicine, La Jolla
B.A. Magna Cum Laude, with honors in Biology, Brandeis University
Honors
National Honor Society
Phi Beta Kappa, Brandeis University
President's Scholar, UCSD School of Medicine
UCLA Department of Medicine Ten Year Teaching Certificate
Venice Family Clinic Certificate of Appreciation for Volunteer Teaching,
Visiting Lecturer, Department of Dermatology, Riks Hospital, Oslo, Norway
MEDSOURCE
http://medsource.medctr.ucla.edu/cv.html
http://medsource.medctr.ucla.edu/ETMD%2Fmedical%20office.html
?The Institute of Laser Medicine has been treating men since 1997. The
majority of our male patients come for removal of excessive hair on
the back, chest, abdomen, face, or ears. Our male patients are
physicians, lawyers, professionals, body builders, actors and others
concerned with presenting their best possible appearance to the
world.?
http://www.universitylaser.com/men.htm
Judging by the abundance of positive information I have read about
these sources for the hair removal procedures I doubt you will need
much luck, but for tradition sake, I wish you the best of luck in this
and all future endeavors.
I hope you find that my research exceeds your expectations. If you
have any questions about my research please post a clarification
request prior to rating the answer. Otherwise, I welcome your rating
and your final comments and I look forward to working with you again
in the near future. Thank you for bringing your question to us.
Best regards;
Tutuzdad ? Google Answers Researcher
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