Unconventional uses of laser hair removal: A review

Laser hair removal since its availability has been primarily used for aesthetic purposes. Over the years, it has emerged as an important therapeutic modality in various dermatological and surgical disorders, both as an adjuvant and as a monotherapy. Depending on the skin type, all laser hair removal...

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Published in:Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery 2019-01, Vol.12 (1), p.8-16
Main Authors: Aleem, Saima, Majid, Imran
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Care and treatment
Dermatology
Disease
Hair removal
Inflammation
Laser surgery
Lasers
Methods
Ostomy
Quality of life
Review
Sinuses
Skin
Skin diseases
Skin manifestations
Surgery
Womens health
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description Laser hair removal since its availability has been primarily used for aesthetic purposes. Over the years, it has emerged as an important therapeutic modality in various dermatological and surgical disorders, both as an adjuvant and as a monotherapy. Depending on the skin type, all laser hair removal systems have been used with good results and minimal complications. We hereby review the diverse range of unconventional indications of laser hair removal.
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Quality of life
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Skin
Skin diseases
Skin manifestations
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