Introduction: Laser hair removal is a common light-based aesthetic procedure. Diode lasers and specifically the long-pulse diode laser 810 nm are the most popular preference for hair removal due to the deep penetration and targeting of the hair follicle. In a recently published article, we presented our hair removal clinical evaluation results using an 810 nm scanning diode laser. Three- and six-month follow-up hair counts demonstrated an average hair reduction of about 70%.
Objective: In the current article, we demonstrate long-term follow-up hair removal results of 1 year after last treatment.
Methods: Among 11 out of 14 female patients who received three axillary hair removal treatments, 4-6 weeks apart, returned to the 1-year follow-up visit. Treatment area photographs and hair count of 1-year follow-up visit were compared to baseline.
Results: The average hair count reduction of about 70% at 1 year after the last treatment was maintained.
Conclusions: The examined 810 nm diode laser has been proven to be a safe and effective for hair removal. Results sustain not only for 3 or 6 months but also for 1 year after last treatment.
Keywords: diode laser; hair removal; long-term follow-up.
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