Laser Hair Removal: Cutera ProWave® Laser Hair Removal is the most versatile hair removal laser today! Thanks to this newer laser technology, unwanted facial and body hair can be safely and effectively removed in all skin types and tones in men and women all year round. Even patients with a suntan can have this type of laser hair removal safely.

Its unique design, longer wavelength, and innovative cooling allow extremely effective, safe and permanent results. The old days of painful waxing, electrolysis, or shaving irritation, bumps and cuts with razors are gone forever! The ProWave uses a unique gold-plated copper cooling surface that more effectively cools the upper and lower layers of the skin. As it glides along, the invisible laser pulse penetrates deeply into the skin to effectively reach the hair target while the cooling plate protects the color in the top of the skin. Most patients experience a mild pinching or stinging sensation, but no local anesthesia or pain medication is typically required. Topical anesthetic is available when sensitive areas are treated. The large spot size is ideal for large or small areas.

The Cutera ProWave® laser has a better power supply than most similar systems, thereby allowing more efficient treatment sessions. Usually 3 to 6 sessions are required to reach the desired hair reduction depending on the individual’s type of hair and the hair growth cycle. In addition, at Lee’s Summit Dermatology, we have found this method of hair removal to be very effective for treatment of hair bumps of the beard and back of the scalp region that are commonly seen in darker skin types and tones. Please contact us for additional information about your individual plan for laser hair removal.