Self-Reported Outcome After Diode Laser Hair Removal

February 2008 in “ Annals of plastic surgery ”

James E. Zins, Mohammed Alghoul, Andrea Moreira Gonzalez, Patricia Strumble

diode laser hair removal hair reduction patient satisfaction long-term side effects

Studysummary In this study, 80% of patients expressed satisfaction with diode-laser hair removal, though multiple treatments were needed for optimal results and were a deterrent for some.

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