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Advanced Laser Clinic
1750 Montreal Road
Gloucester, ON K1J 6N3, Canada
Phone: (613) 749-4000
Fax: 613-830-2186
E-mail: info@advancedlaser.ca

We welcome new clients to a confidential consultation, which includes a comprehensive explanation of laser hair removal, with realistic expectations, and a test patch, to determine whether you are a suitable candidate. This consultation is free of charge, and without obligation.

ALC offers State of the Art Laser Hair Removal, with the latest Candela GentleLase, and Candela Gentle-Yag Hair Removal Laser Systems. We assure our clients, the utmost care before, after, and during their treatments. Our clinic offers flexible hoursand client satisfaction is our highest priority.

Prior to opening the clinic, we ourselves, had laser hair removal treatments with the leading Hair Removal Lasers on the market today, and after having several treatments with each laser, we opted to purchase the GentleLase and Gentle-Yag Systems for our clinic, as they were the most effective, fastest, and most comfortable to the skin. We had the choice, and we chose the laser systems that gave the best results, and was most comfortable for the clients, and can treat all skin types from the lightest to the darkest (types I-VI).

It is important to note that many laser clinics do not have qualified technicians, some are trained for only few hours, and are actually performing treatments. At ALC, we have only certified, trained, experienced technicians, who will provide a free consultation, and test patch to determine whether you are a candidate for laser, and best treatment plan for you.

HOW LASERS WORK All Lasers emit a specific wavelength of energy or light (both visible and invisible) which in turn is directed towards a so called chromophobe or target cell. In the case of hair removal technology, these laser produce a wavelength of 750-800 nm which is absorbed by the pigment or melanin of the hair shaft and follicle . The absorption of this energy effectively destroys the hair follicles without damaging the surrounding skin. Since all hair lasers are absorbed by dark pigment, they remain relatively ineffective in removing light colored hair. In these cases, electrolysis would be a viable option for gray, or blonde hairs.

Since ALC uses the latest state of the art laser, the Candela GentleLase, patient comfort is greatly increased, without the use of messy creams or gels, which usually have to be applied to the skin prior to the laser treatment, with other laser systems. With our machine, DCD (dynamic cooling device) is used, where a small burst of coolant spray is dispersed milliseconds before and after the laser light pulse, providing the patient's skin with cooling, to minimize the discomfort of the treatment, and allows the operator clearly to see the skin during every laser pulse.

The GentleLase Hair Removal Laser has the largest spot size on out of all the laser's on the market today, and it is 5 times faster than the Light Sheer Diode Laser.

In general in order that the skin is not adversely affected by laser treatment, it is recommended that self tanning be avoided both prior to and immediately following laser hair sessions. Fortunately at ALC, we use the GentleLase Laser Hair Removal System which can treat most every skin type effectively and thus is different from the majority of other laser machines available on the market.

What does the treatment involve? The patient will be asked to wear eye protection consisting of an opaque covering or goggles while the area to be treated will be shaved prior to treatment. Shaving at home before coming to the clinic can be very helpful particularly for the men with extensive hair growth on the back or
chest region. A small handpiece is barely placed against the skin and a burst of laser energy is applied as the laser is activated. In some cases pre treatment with a special cream to anaesthetize the skin thus decreasing any discomfort during the procedure may be warranted. The duration of each treatment as well as
the total number of treatments required vary between individuals based upon hair density, hair thickness, hormonal influences and hair location on the body. Because hair cycles through "growth" and "dormant" phases, as mentioned above and because during the "dormant" phase the follicle has no pigment 4-6 sessions
may be necessary for permanent hair reduction.

What are the advantages over other forms of treatment? Traditional hair removal techniques such as shaving, plucking and waxing, provide only temporary relief and may actually stimulate hair growth. All of these methods commonly result in scarring, allergic reactions, and ingrown hairs. With electrolysis, the operator inserts a needle into the hair shaft with the intention of reaching the follicle, then sends a small electrical charge designed to disable the follicle. The operator then removes that particular hair with a tweezer. Hair removal is obviously much faster with a laser as the laser is pulsed about once per second across the
surface of the skin. Each "pulse" of laser light disables a large numbers of hair follicles at the same time. Electrolysis operators can only treat those hairs that they can see but as mentioned earlier may be the only other permanent option if the patients present with light colored hair which remains ineffective against the
laser.

Are there any side effects? Immediately after the treatment the skin will look pink and slightly swollen, similar to a sunburn. This will subside within an hour or two and the skin will return to normal. Occasionally, a patient will have temporary pigment changes, blistering, or scabbing. As with electrolysis, cases of scarring have been reported with laser hair removal, but these are extremely rare. A test spot is often utilized to assess and determine how each individual's skin will react. Once again, tanning is contraindicated before and between treatment intervals in order to decrease the incidence of skin reactions and pigmentary changes. Any history of excessive hair growth (hirsutism), hormonal fluctuations, localized skin infections or lesions, previous scarring of the skin, specific skin allergies or photosensitizing medications (Accutane and Retin A, as well as other medications), immunological problems, previous radiation and diabetes all can affect the eventual outcome or your results.

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