Laser Hair Removal

Dr. Weksberg Servicing Toronto and the GTA, services are for Canadian citizens only.

Data collected by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in 2009 shows Laser Hair Removal as one of the top non-surgical cosmetic procedures beaten out only by Botox and Fillers! In Toronto, Ontario Laser Hair Removal procedures have always remained a top service and are gaining popularity due to advancements in laser technology that are making it more accessible, more specific and more effective.

At The Weksberg Centre for Cosmetic Dermatology, Dr. Fred Weksberg is pleased to offer the LightSheer Duet, which is the Gold Standard in laser hair removal using the breakthrough vacuum-assist technology. This allows for dramatically faster, deeper and more efficacious treatments, backs and legs are done in about 15-20 (as opposed to an hour). The LightSheer Duet uses what is known as pneumatic suction to draw the skin gently into the laser improving penetration of light, efficacy, and a dramatic reduction in pain.

What Can I Expect Before My Laser Hair Removal Treatment ?

Prior to your first treatment you will meet with Dr. Fred Weksberg and a Laser Technician at The Weksberg Centre for Cosmetic Dermatology in Toronto to discuss your treatment options and insure you are a candidate. We will discuss with you the risks and benefits as well as cost for Laser Hair Removal. Once approved for treatment the area to be treated is first shaved (for future visits it is best if you come shaved to avoid this step in office), followed by the application of a cool gel.

What Can I Expect After My Laser Hair Removal Treatment ?

Immediately after the treatment the skin will look pink and slightly swollen. This will subside within an hour or two and the skin will return to normal. Occasionally, a patient will have temporary pigment changes, blistering, or scabbing. Some cases of scarring have been reported with laser hair removal, but these are extremely rare.

In the weeks following your treatment about 80% your hair will re-grow in the treated area. These hairs are from follicles that were not effectively destroyed during your Laser Hair Removal treatment due to the fact that your hair will only respond while it its active growth cycle. Approximately 20% of your hair will be in this cycle during each treatment, which is why it takes an average of 5 to 7 treatments to achieve full hair removal.

Who is Not a Good Candidate for Laser Hair Removal?

Laser Hair Removal does not respond to blond, light brown, grey, white or red hair as there is not enough pigment in the hair shaft to absorb the amount of energy required to effectively destroy the follicle.

The Weksberg Centre for Cosmetic Dermatology in Toronto does not perform Laser Hair Removal treatments on women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding or may be pregnant please inform our office staff or Dr. Weksberg.

Dr. Fred Weksbert MD FRCPC. Centre for Cosmetic Dermatology

416-494-4247

Laser Hair Removal