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Revised September, 2024 – Resource, International Patient Center
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ABOUT LASER HAIR REMOVAL IN TURKEY
For the laser hair removal in Turkey apart from improving person appearance, before start of procedure the patient’s hair around the area to be treated will be trimmed to a few millimeters, so it’s just above the skin. Then the doctor will adjust the laser device, depending on the patient’s skin color, thickness, and location of the hairs. The outer layers of the patient’s skin will be protected with a cold gel or special cooling device to help the laser light penetrate the skin. Then the doctor will give a pulse of light to the area to be treated and watch the area for several minutes to be sure that everything is good and to prevent any bad reactions. Each pulse can treat a great amount of hairs at the same time. The upper lip can be treated in less than a minute and larger areas of the body like the back or legs can take up to an hour. Once the procedure is completed the patient will be given ice packs, cream or cold water to ease any discomfort.
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SUITABLE PATIENTS FOR LASER HAIR REMOVAL
- Male and female patients of all skin types and skin tones.
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- Patients who are at a good health condition.
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- Patients who are over the age of 20.
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BEFORE LASER HAIR REMOVAL
- Patients must avoid deodorant, perfume and make up on area to be treated on the day of treatment.
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AFTER LASER HAIR REMOVAL
- The treated area will look red like its been sunburned.
- If the face is treated make up must be avoided for 2 days.
- Treated hair will fall out within a month.
- Patients must wear sunscreen for a month to prevent temporary changes in the color of the treated skin.
- Patients can apply cold compress if they feel any discomfort.
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RISK OF LASER HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENTS
Just like every treatment there is small risk of complications to occur as;
- Redness.
- Swelling.
- Scarring.
- Blisters.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED POPULAR RELATED TREATMENTS IN TURKEY
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PATIENT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS OF PROCEDURE DONE BY DOCTOR AT HOSPITAL CLINIC
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1. What is Laser Hair Removal in Turkey?
Laser hair removal is a cosmetic procedure that is highly preferred by women but can be performed on men too. Patients who are not happy with shaving, tweezing or waxing for the removal of unwanted hair refer to laser hair removal. Laser hair removal is one of the most common done cosmetic procedures all around the world. Laser hair removal can be performed on various parts of the body like face, arm, leg, bikini line and other areas. Most patients achieve permanent hair loss between 3-7 sessions.
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2. How is the Laser Hair Removal Treatment done?
Before the start of the procedure the patient’s hair around the area to be treated will be trimmed to a few millimeters, so it’s just above the skin. Then the doctor will adjust the laser device, depending on the patient’s skin color, thickness, and location of the hairs. The outer layers of the patient’s skin will be protected with a cold gel or special cooling device to help the laser light penetrate the skin. Then the doctor will give a pulse of light to the area to be treated and watch the area for several minutes to be sure that everything is good and to prevent any bad reactions. Each pulse can treat a great amount of hairs at the same time. The upper lip can be treated in less than a minute and for larger areas of the body like the back or legs can take up to an hour. Once the procedure is completed the patient will be given ice packs, cream or cold water to ease any discomfort.
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3. Does Laser Hair Removal Treatment hurt?
Patients may feel some discomfort during the procedure or after the procedure, but there is no major pain to be experienced.
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4. Will I need anesthetics?
There is no anesthetic used during treatment begins.
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5. Who can have Laser Hair Removal Treatments?
Patients over the age of 20.
Both male and female patients are able to undergo the treatment.
Patients who are at a good health condition.
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6. How long do I need to stay in Turkey JCI Hospital?
Laser Hair Removal Treatment is done on outpatient basis, so the patient is sent home after the treatment.
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7. How long do I need to stay in Turkey?
The treatment is 1 day including consultation before and after treatment is done in Istanbul or Antalya Turkey.
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8. Devices used in Laser Hair Removal Treatments
During IPL Photofacial Treatment an IPL device is used to perform the treatment.
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9. When can I return to my work?
Patients are able to return to work the same day as long as they are feeling comfortable.
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