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Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

Laser(Alexandrite and ND:Yag)

Overview: Long pulsed lasers are used for the permanent reduction of unwanted body hair and are safe for all skin types. A series of treatments is needed to achieve the degree of reduction a person feels comfortable with.

Expected results: Permanent reduction of unwanted body hair (except eyebrows). Residual hair will be finer and lighter.

Preparations: Hair must not be plucked or waxed for 4 weeks prior to treatment. Hair should be shaved or clipped to the skin level on the evening before the treatment. Bleaching is permitted.

Post treatment instructions: Strict sun avoidance for 6 weeks.

Time to desired results: After three treatments, 50% reduction of the hair is visible; 90-95% reduction of hair is often achieved in 6 treatments.

Duration of desired effects: Permanent. Note: Even after 6 treatments, there may be residual hair in the treated area because some hair follicles are dormant for months or years. Periodic maintenance treatment can be added when these hair follicles are producing hair again. During the course of the laser treatment, the residual hair typically becomes finer and lighter in color.

Contraindications: White or red hair. Recent tan in fair skinned individuals, none in darker skin types. If an endocrinologic abnormality is detected, laser treatment and concomitant treatment by the endocrinologist will provide best results.

Downtime: Depending on the hair density, downtime can vary from several hours to 3 days.

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# of surveys: 4187
Last updated: 1/02/2024 11:10 AM

PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

definitely
93.1%
probably
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maybe
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not likely
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no
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Compare our service to other similar practices

excellent
87.9%
very good
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good
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Overall doctor performance

excellent
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The doctor listened to you attentively

excellent
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The doctor took time to answer your questions

excellent
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent
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Front desk performance

excellent
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Aesthetician performance

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Office comfort

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Parking

excellent
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good
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Friendliness of the staff during appointment

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What WE DID WELL

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Physician was very excellant in explaining treatment and cause of skin problem.

#12025-07-04

Friendliness

#22011-01-03 09:55:52

No wait time, very efficient and easy to get in/out during work day.

#32011-09-27 12:59:17

Using a computer to fill out the new patient forms!

#42025-06-20

The knowledge, helpfulness, and friendliness of every person in this office has made me decide to have my daughter and me be seen here instead of by a doctor in the area in which we live (more than half an hour away). Thank you.

#52025-01-16

Everything! I appreciate the fact that Dr. Ringpfeil has a great understanding of my medical condition and how it has affacted my skin. I look forward to seeing her for all my future dermatalogical needs. I really needed a wonderful dermatologist and am grateful to Dr. Sandorfi for referring me to Dr. Ringpfeil.

#62011-01-12 12:15:01

Everyone was extremely friendly. Doctor was fantastic. Would highly recommend.

#72024-09-04

Dr. Ringpfeil's professionalism as well as her wonderful bedside manner.

#82025-07-05

I enjoyed the French music in the reception area.

#92025-01-05

I think the doctor is very thorough in her evaluations and explanations and the staff is extremely professional and friendly. Definitely 5 star service!

#102011-09-22 13:13:46

What can we do better?

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Just keep doing what the company is doing and yall will be fine. no problems at all i will refer anybody to this compnay

#12025-01-28

Magazines in the examining room to read while I waited for the doctor (I get bored easily).

#22025-03-01

No recommendations - very satisfied/pleased with everything about the visit and the office and the Doctor and her assistants. thank you to everybody for makinng me feel so comfortable (i was verrrrrry nerous)!!

#32024-12-15

everything was great

#42025-03-24

Thank you

#52011-02-23 17:11:29

A follow up, even if its an email, after the apt. could help!

#62010-08-23 16:38:55

everything was wonderful

#72010-08-25 12:47:35

your office was just as described to me, most impressive!

#82011-09-07 11:57:29

Always laugh at my jokes.

#92025-05-04

Great practice

#102011-03-14 13:52:46

Customer Rating : 4.7

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