At West Georgia Dermatology, since 1997 we have offered Cynosure PhotoGenica Apogee Alexandrite laser. Dr. Barth was one of the first in the country to use this most advanced hair removal laser and had the first laser of this type in Georgia and Alabama. In 2001, he added the Laserscope Lyra to his practice for the effective removal of hair and treatment of ingrown hair bumps in patients in type V (brown) and type VI (black) skin. In our area, Dr. Barth offers unmatched experience and expertise in laser hair removal and has been a speaker and trainer on this subject for the Cynosure Corporation.

These lasers emit a powerful beam of invisible light which passes harmlessly through the skin to the hair follicles. At the level of the hair follicle, or bulb, the laser energy is absorbed and transformed to heat which damages or destroys the hair. This is all done with minimal effect on the surrounding tissue. This removes hair with a minimum of pain, inconvenience or side effects.

Each laser pulse treats about 1/2 inch area, which can contain ten or more hairs. Thus, the laser is much faster and more effective than electrolysis.

A single treatment on the lip usually takes less than one minute; treatments of larger areas such as the face, underarms, and the bikini area require about 15 minutes. Large treatments such as the arms, legs, back or chest may require one to two hours.

If you are desiring permanent hair reduction, laser hair removal at West Georgia Dermatology remains your most effective and affordable treatment option!

Call today for your complimentary consultation. You will be glad you did.