BACKGROUND
The use of lasers for hair removal has been studied for a number of years. Hair bearing areas are treated with a focused beam of concentrated laser light which is selectively absorbed by the melanin in the hair shaft, as well as in the surrounding hair follicles. This causes thermal destruction of these anatomical sites and disrupts the hair follicles' ability to regenerate. In turn, this procedure causes permanent hair reduction. Unlike electrolysis which kills one hair follicle at a time, the laser reaches and treats hundreds of follicles at a time.

SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE
A clinical study evaluated the use of the LightSheer Diode Laser for hair removal. Of 92 patients, all had temporary hair loss and 89% had long-term hair loss. Regrowing hairs were shown to be thinner and lighter than previously observed. The Diode Laser causes permanent hair reduction without damaging the epidermis, regardless of skin type.

THE COOLING SAPHIRE CHILL TIP
An integral part of the LightSheer Diode Laser is The Chill Tip. This contact cooling handpiece protects the skin by actively cooling the skin before, during, and after the laser light is transmitted. It also actively draws off heat from the skin surface. In addition, this compression brings the hair follicles closer to the skin where they can be more effectively targeted and disabled.

RESTRICTIONS ON TREATMENT
Laser hair removal treatments should not be performed on patients with the following condition:
   
    * A history of keloid scarring.
    * Active infection or a history of herpes simplex in the treatment area.
    * Hypersensitivity to bleaching agents.
    * Use of Accutane within the preceding 6 months.

BEFORE TREATMENT
Use sunscreen daily; any amount of sun tan will interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment and increase adverse reactions. Do not wax, pluck, or have electrolysis for at least four weeks prior to treatment. Shaving does not effect the treatment result.

AFTER TREATMENT
Treated areas should be washed twice a day with cool water and a mild soap. Use our Post Laser Treatment Lotion twice daily to treated areas for 3 to 5 days or until healing is complete. Treated areas should be protected from direct exposure to sunlight. Sunscreen with SPF greater than 15 should be used at all times on the treated areas. Hair will begin to fall out of the follicle within the next week. You may rub the treated area with a dry towel to pull the hair out of the follicles. Do not shave. Shaving will prolong hair from falling out. Treatment should be repeated within one to three months, depending on hair cycle.

WRITTEN GUARANTEE
We are confident that our proven combination of experience and technology will help you attain your permanent hair reduction goals. Unlike many providers who will gladly collect your money and then shy away from any discussion of long term satisfaction, Advanced Laser Clinics offers our service guarantee.

Our Guarantee: If at any time you experience any re-growth of hair in the treated area within the specified guarantee period, please feel free to make an appointment with the clinic issuing the guarantee to receive additional laser treatments to the treated area, free of charge.

You can be confident in choosing a provider that stands behind the quality of the services they offer. Contact the location nearest you for more details.

HAIR PHYSIOLOGY
Hair is in one of 3 stages of growth at any given time; Anagen, Catagen or Telogen.
Hair's active growth phase is called Anagen. During Anagen, the hair contains an abundance of melanin. Catagen is the regression phase when the lower part of the hair stops growing but is not shed, and the follicle is reabsorbed. The resting phase is called Telogen, during which the old hair falls out in preparation for the development of new hair. The laser treatments are most effective when hair is in the active or anagen phase when melanin, the target of the laser light, is abundant.