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Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

ND:Yag Laser

Overview:

Equipped with a wavelength that travels into the mid dermis, this laser safely treats fine but deep blood vessels (usually blue) and unwanted body hair in all skin types. To a small degree it can tighten skin.

Expected Results:

50-70% reduction of unwanted blood vessels with each treatment, permanent reduction of about 20-25% of unwanted body hair with each treatment, skin tightening.

Preparation:

None

Post treatment intructions:

Application of petrolatum if a scab forms. Picking is absolutely discouraged.

Time to desired results:

Variable, 2-5 treatments for blood vessels, 3-6 treatments for unwanted body hair, 3-6 treatments for skin tightening.

Contraindications:

None.

Lasting results:

Permanent for treatment of blood vessels and hair. Note: Our body will form new vessels after 5-7 years, especially in genetically determined spider veins. They may be located in the same area or away from treated areas. Even after 6 treatments for unwanted body hair, there may be residual hair in the treated area because the laser's efficacy is about 20-25% reduction of hair at each treatment. In other words, after the first treatment, 25% is destroyed, during the 2nd treatment 25 % of the residual hair and so on.

Some hair follicles are dormant for months or years and may not be affected by the laser treatment and may produce some hair in the future. Periodic maintenance treatment can be added when these hair follicles are producing hair again. During the course of the laser treatment, the residual hair typically becomes finer and lighter in color. Skin tightening is lesser compared to the gold standard of CO2 laser treatments and duration is variable.

Downtime:

Redness and swelling for 1-3 days, possible scabbing and bruising for up to 14 days (treatment of blood vessels), bruising for up to 3 months (leg veins)

How can we help you?

SKIN

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PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

definitely
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probably
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not likely
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no
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Compare our service to other similar practices

excellent
87.9%
very good
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Overall doctor performance

excellent
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The doctor listened to you attentively

excellent
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The doctor took time to answer your questions

excellent
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent
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Front desk performance

excellent
85.6%
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Aesthetician performance

excellent
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Office comfort

excellent
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Parking

excellent
66.4%
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Friendliness of the staff during appointment

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What WE DID WELL

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Technologically advanced office made it much easier to register all information as a new patient.

#12022-10-29

I thought it was great, especially when compared to other dermatologists I have been to! Very professional and knowledgable.

#22023-02-14

Using a computer to fill out the new patient forms!

#32022-12-08

Everything was explained to me in detail; the doctor especially was very thorough both during and after her examination.

#42023-01-01

This is one of the best medical offices that I have visited. I see doctors in the Penn and Bryn Mawr systems and this is by far much better than any of those offices. The entire staff is friendly and accommodating. Both doctors are awesome! I have recommended you to family and friends. Keep up the great work!

#52012-12-03 17:05:27

The ambiance, staff and physician

#62023-05-24

very informative about everything

#72022-11-27

The Medical Assistant, Doctor and Receptionist were very helpful and fast. Best doctors appointment I've ever had!

#82023-07-05

dr was very nice and easy to talk with

#92023-09-15

easy to get appointment,great docs,great staff.

#102012-09-04 13:02:42

What can we do better?

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Nicer chairs in office

#12011-01-24 14:33:36

Can't think of a thing

#22023-01-16

sometimes I feel the phone staff is not as helpful as it could be, but that is not reflected in the quality of services. Front office is very professional overall.

#32010-11-04 13:29:14

Everything was wonderful

#42023-08-14

beethoven & mahler symphonic music pumped N2 waiting area* squash magazine & velonews & roleur periodical*(my wish list JK)

#52023-04-09

My next appointment could not be scheduled for 6 weeks. I wish I could be seen sooner!

#62010-12-16 10:06:03

So far so good!

#72011-01-04 10:23:13

REDUCE WAIT TIME TO SEE DOCTOR

#82011-01-10 12:20:58

Keeping me from dying of skin cancer would be good (I will behave and do the checks and annual exam to help out!!!)

#92010-11-29 11:47:11

Completely satisfied

#102010-10-20 09:59:20

Customer Rating : 4.6

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