TLDR Gynecologists can make more money by offering laser hair removal because it's popular.
Laser hair removal, in use since the 1960s, employed lasers like carbon-dioxide and Nd:YAG for removing unwanted hair and treating conditions like endometriosis. Patients sought this treatment for cosmetic reasons or to address medical issues like excessive hair growth, ingrown hairs, and folliculitis. Sessions required pre-treatment shaving, and while most patients tolerated the procedure, some needed potent topical anesthetics. The procedure's popularity was growing, suggesting that clinicians in obstetrics and gynecology could benefit from training in aesthetic lasers to enhance their practice.
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