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Body hair removal for men
In recent years we notice more men are interested in permanently removing their body hair. The most common body area for men are the back, chest, and abdomen.
Body hair removal for women
Women, on the other hand, usually treat the breast area, areola, and the naval line.
Bikini hair removal
The skin in the bikini area is extremely sensitive.Traditional methods of hair removal are painful and can cause nicks and ingrown hair.
Laser hair removal, on the other hand, is very effective in removing hair in the biki, pubic, and thighs area. After 4-6 treatments over 90% of the hair is permanently removed. In some cases, maintenance treatments are needed once every 6 months to 3 years.
Selected Patient Questions and Answers
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The doctor took time to answer your questions
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Aesthetician performance
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What WE DID WELL
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I actually look forward to my doctor's visits! Been a patient of Dr. R's since she was in Center City and have referred family and friends to her!
#12010-11-24 09:41:39The frankness of the doctor
#22025-09-22The time spent with the doctor....I always feel she cares and will take the time with you.
#32025-08-24Dr. Ringpfeil has a great bedside manner and is very patient. Loved the art work!
#42011-04-11 16:33:05The office has a very relaxed setting this was the most comfort that I ever felt going to any doctors office, and also great music, you guys we here from me around the holidays and after my outcome with the other specialist!!! Thanks again!! Service AAAAA+++++++++
#52025-05-13no everything was great. everyone is so wonderful
#62025-05-15everything
#72025-09-10Cute babes that worked in the office.
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#92025-10-17The Dr. was very kind, compassionate and respectful as well as knowlegeable of alternative ways. She is a real doll. Happy to have her as my doc and would recommed her to clients at Arrowroot Health Food Store.
#102025-04-17What can we do better?
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I was very pleased!!
#12025-04-28I'm speechless!! I make a living at answering this very question but I can't recommend anything you can do to provide better service. You deserve a high score in all aspects of the practice. One minor detail - I have not yet seen the aesthetician and I have limited experience with you. Maybe patients could complete a survey after they've had a couple of appointments and contact with others. Some valuable feedback may be provided. Oops....I just heard an administrator use the word "cancellation" with a patient. May I suggest other terms like "change in the schedule" or "we'll make time for you". Wouldn't want to give patients the idea that it's ok to cancel. :-) Can you recommend a vascular specialist closer to the area than in Center City?
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#42025-05-17I was a bit embarressed by not knowing more information regarding my parents history. I believe it would have been better handled if I were asked to please get more info and then let the dr's office know.
#52024-11-07Don't change a thing
#62010-12-14 13:17:28The service was excellent as is.
#72025-03-19I am a little annoyed that I called to say I was on my way and I was told that I may not get here in time and will probably have to reschedule. Then when I got here, I filled out the paperwork then had to wait 20 minutes to be seen. It would be nice to know the receptionist's name so I know who I am calling when I have questions. It would be nice to have WiFi available during the wait.
#82011-06-22 17:06:20Information for patients to take on latest findings/research in the field
#92025-05-22Nothing I can think of
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Hi Dr. Ringpfeil!
My question is about the bikini area electrolysis. What are the prices for a 30 and 60 minutes treatment? How much time is needed (an average) to remove hair on the whole bikini zone (I mean just the first round of removing hair)? Thank you very much!
Electrolysis is an ideal technique for patches of gray or white hair on the face or the occasional stray gray hair. In my opinion, it is unsuitable to use on large areas, because every hair follicle has to be treated singly. The bikini area is therefore not an area that lends itself to electrolysis. It would take innumerable number of sessions to remove all hair from the bikini area. In order to avoid this kind of frustration, we do not offer electrolysis in this area.
Do you offer gift certificate packages such as 6 treatments for laser hair removal? Wanting to give it as a Christmas present. Thank you.
Our fees for laser hair removal are low and therefore we do not offer treatment packages.
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I have Type 1 Diabetes & use an insulin pump which must be replaced & relocated about every 2.5 days. I am a 66 yo male & would like to remove unwanted hair from my upper arms, abdomen, buttocks & thighs. Can this be achieved safely & at reasonable cost by your method? Thank you.
Laser hair reduction is safe when you control your diabetes with insulin. Pricing in our office is extremely competitive.