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If you’re considering laser hair removal treatment, then it’s important to start preparing your skin immediately. Learn more about how to take care of your skin during every step of this cosmetic procedure by reading the following guide:
1. Discuss Your Treatment Plan
When undergoing laser hair removal treatment, it’s important to communicate with your cosmetic physician during every step of the process. Discuss any of your concerns during your consultation with your doctor. Ask how many treatments you will need to remove hair from the desired areas. Establishing a schedule for your laser hair removal sessions is important to help you identify your skincare regimen between treatments.
2. Prepare for Complications
After laser hair removal treatment, there will be side effects and there are possibilities of complications. Two of the most common skin complications after laser hair removal are pigment alteration and infection. Very few patients have reported darker skin in the area where they received laser hair removal treatment. To avoid this complication, stay out of the sun before and between laser hair removal sessions. Infection occurs when your superficial skin is injured. Be sure to talk to your doctor about any prior history of herpes or cold sores so that he can prescribe medications and ointment in the event that you do incur an infection post-treatment.
3. Stay Out of the Sun
While most patients are concerned with how to care for their skin after laser hair removal treatment, it’s important to care for your skin before beginning treatment as well as in between sessions. Avoid tanning in the sun or any kind of artificial tanning products. Try not to pluck or wax any of the hair in the areas you plan on targeting during your laser hair removal treatment. Continue to avoid the sun after your treatments are finished. Cold compresses can help ease any discomfort immediately following a session.
To learn more about skin care and laser hair removal treatments, consult the experts at the offices of Dr. Michael A. Horn. We offer cosmetic procedures from laser hair removal to facials and breast implants. Call us to schedule your appointment at (312) 202-9000.
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Chemical peels are used to improve the texture of facial skin by eliminating the top layer of dead, worn out skin cells with a chemical solution. Peels can be used to treat certain skin conditions like acne and hyperpigmentation.
Watch the following video to learn how often to get a chemical peel, depending on which skin condition you have. Other facial treatments are often more effective when paired with chemical peels.
Dr. Michael A. Horn offers a variety of treatments for numerous skin conditions. Dr. Horn, a renowned plastic surgeon located in Chicago, offers facials, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels for skin rejuvenation. For more information or to set up a consultation, call (312) 202-9000.
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When it comes to cosmetic treatments in Chicago, lasers have certainly found their place. The advances in laser technology mean that cosmetic centers can use lasers to tighten skin, smooth out scars, and remove hair permanently. Here is a look at two commonly used laser treatments that can help you achieve radiant, smooth skin.
Laser Resurfacing
One popular cosmetic laser treatment is laser skin resurfacing. By utilizing a powerful yet gentle laser to remove old skin cells and help boost collagen production, laser skin resurfacing results in a brighter, healthier complexion. This safe, convenient option for improving skin involves no down time for patients, making this a great treatment for anyone on the go. Depending on your individual cosmetic goals however, multiple treatments may be needed to reach optimum results.
Laser Hair Removal
Cosmetic treatments are all about making life easier, while also helping your beauty shine through. Laser hair removal fits this definition perfectly, as it helps cut down on the need for you to shave daily. Laser hair removal does require several visits to your cosmetic center, but once the laser treatments are finished, you will be left with permanently smooth and hair-free skin.
To learn more about laser hair removal and laser resurfacing in the Chicago area, visit the Michael Horn Center for Cosmetic Surgery. While best known for his mastery in breast augmentation, Dr. Horn’s center also provides comprehensive skin care services that include laser hair removal and laser skin resurfacing. Call (312) 202-9000 to schedule your consultation today!
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Millions of women get breast augmentations every year, making it one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States. The results of this procedure can be literally life-altering, which is why it’s important to have a full consultation with your cosmetic surgeon prior to surgery. Here are four questions to have answered before undergoing a breast augmentation:
1. What are your qualifications?
Ask your doctor for information about his certification, education, experience, and performance history. Speak with other patients to gauge their satisfaction and request before and after photos of surgeries performed by your cosmetic surgeon.
2. What size implants are best suited for my figure?
Prior to breast augmentation surgery, it’s essential to discuss with your surgeon exactly what results you’re hoping for. Knowing that you and your doctor have a mutual understanding is vital. Your surgeon may have gel inserts you can wear in your bra to gauge which size will be best for you.
3. Should I get saline or silicone?
Understand the difference between the two solutions so you know which one you would be happier with. Both are approved by the FDA and have varying benefits to feeling and looking more natural.
4. What is the recovery period?
Know what to be prepared for after the breast augmentation procedure. Find out how to care for your body in the days following the surgery and how long it should be before you resume normal activity. Make sure you prepare by requesting time off from work and asking a friend or family member to help you around the house immediately after surgery.
Being properly prepared for breast augmentation surgery will ensure you get the results you desire. Dr. Michael A. Horn offers patients superior breast augmentation surgery, tailoring each procedure to each individual patient. For more information or to set up a consultation with Dr. Horn, call (312) 202-9000.
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Want to know more about the topics addressed in our recent posts? Take a look at the following links for more details on cosmetic procedures that enhance and rejuvenate the face, and on what to expect from laser hair removal treatment. If you have further questions regarding these or other related subjects, give the offices of Dr. Michael A. Horn a call at (312) 202-9000 today!
- For a comprehensive list of facial cosmetic surgeries, check out the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery website.
- If you’d like advice on whether facial cosmetic surgery is right for you, and to learn more about the more commonly performed surgical procedures offered by plastic surgeons, see this conditions and treatments page on the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons website.
- Learn what to expect during your laser hair removal treatment on the Mayo Clinic’s Laser Hair Removal Basics overview.
- To learn how laser hair removal works, and specifically what kind of laser technology is used during the procedure, see this Laser Hair Removal outline on the American Academy of Dermatology website.
- For a categorized and clickable list of all cosmetic procedures offered to plastic surgery patients, visit the American Society of Plastic Surgeons website.
