A. Yes. Laser hair reduction is remarkably effective, but occasionally there are dormant hair follicles that reactivate years later. Remember, only a growing follicle can be destroyed by the laser energy. A quick and simple spot treatment should handle the problem quickly.
Q. I am from Egypt and I have fine, dark hair and medium-dark complexion. I am interested in laser hair removal. Am I a good candidate?
A. Yes. While coarser hair responds more dramatically, fine dark hairs will be reduced with a series of laser hair removal sessions. Be sure your dermatologist uses a laser hair removal system that has a longer pulse duration to prevent problems with darker skin.
Q. My boyfriend is always getting ingrown hairs on his neck. They sometimes get infected. Can he do a laser treatment to remove these ingrown hairs?
A. Yes. Laser hair reduction can be used on the neck of men to thin out the coarser hairs that cause folliculitis and unsightly discolorations. Since the end point is to reduce the folliculitis, and not to rid the patient of hair completely, just a few sessions can make the difference.
Q. I am interested in reducing the hair on my face. I am confused with so many options. I went to a well advertised laser clinic, but I did not even see a doctor, so I left. How can I find my best option?
A. Good call! These large laser operations that have no physician supervision is no place to get a medical laser procedure. I am a huge fan of laser hair removal, but not everyone is a good candidate. The best candidate has coarse, dark hair and fair skin. The least responsive candidate has gray hair and dark skin. It is important that the laser be right for the skin color. Longer pulse widths are needed for darker skin. In general, see a qualified board certified dermatologist who owns and operates his or her own equipment, and you will get the best results.
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Mary P. Lupo, M.D. - Connect on Linkedin
Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective, and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD, has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane, and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for the approval of new drugs and devices, and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
Dr. Lupo was recently recognized as a trailblazer for women in dermatology and for her dedication to educating dermatology residents and fellows.
She has also received the following awards:
- 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - Recognizes full-time academicians who have dedicated their careers to educating dermatology residents and fellows;
- 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐌𝐃 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 and 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 - Recognizes dermatologists of national prominence who have been trailblazers for women in some aspect of dermatology.
Dr. Lupo has authored over 90 published articles and book chapters and has spoken on various dermatological topics at nearly 480 national and international meetings and seminars.
