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James E Zins1, Mohammed Alghoul, Andrea Moreira Gonzalez
1Cleveland Clinic, Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. zinsj@ccf.org
Annals of Plastic Surgery
|April 30, 2008
Summary
Patient satisfaction with diode-laser hair removal is high, with 80% reporting satisfaction. While effective for permanent hair reduction, multiple treatments are needed, though side effects are minimal.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Laser-assisted photoepilation is a preferred method for permanent hair reduction.
- Diode-laser systems are commonly used for this procedure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess patient satisfaction with diode-laser hair removal.
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of diode-laser hair removal.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to 220 patients treated between 2000 and 2004.
- The survey collected data on treatment areas, number of sessions, hair reduction, and overall satisfaction.
Main Results:
- 114 patients (52%) completed the survey.
- 80% of patients expressed high satisfaction with the procedure.
- Most patients achieved significant hair reduction, but required multiple treatments over an extended period.
- 91% reported no long-term side effects.
Conclusions:
- Diode-laser hair removal is a safe and well-tolerated procedure.
- Patient satisfaction levels are comparable to findings in existing hair-count studies.
