Let’s Redefine Aging

Life is ever unfolding, and as we go through the various ages and stages, our bodies can change in ways that do not have us feeling our best. Our skin, and the structures that support our facial features, can be impacted in a way that can make us look tired, sad, or angry and does not reflect how we feel on the inside, and the image we want to present to the world.

Does this sound familiar?

Our chronological age increases – as does our wealth of experiences and memories.
In a youth-obsessed society it can be difficult to celebrate the wisdom and experience we gain over time.

We believe that we should be celebrating our longer, healthier lives, and we want that strength and confidence to be mirrored back at you.

Is the problem with broken blood vessels? Is there irregular pigmentation? Is the problem in the surface epidermal layer, the deeper dermal layer, or in a shift in the location of the subcutaneous fat? Are the underlying bony structures decreasing in size and therefore not supporting the overlying structures? Is the collagen and elastin layer in the skin thinning?

We know from scientific research that these changes start in our late twenties, and progressive change is accelerated with exposures to physical, emotional, and environmental stress.

The True YOU Approach

Our True YOU approach sees through the layers with our combined medical expertise and aesthetic experience. We are focused on finding solutions that are true to who you are – regardless of the stage of life you are in – whether it’s a new skincare routine, laser treatments, or injectables, we want to help you love your skin again.

With our expertise, you can trust that we will develop a program that is best for you – at your age, stage, and in keeping with your goals and values. We will help improve the appearance of your skin, help you age positively and have the confidence to be your best with natural radiant results.

Continue exploring our site and see some of the stories from our patients, and how together we can help with a fresh start and new chapter. We encourage you to reach out and schedule a comprehensive True YOU planning session to map your immediate and long term goals. We would love to have you in our care.

Everything You Need To Know About Laser Hair Removal

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Laser hair removal devices are safe and effective. From about 1990, light energy, and its interactions upon skin has been studied abundantly. The energies and wavelengths for laser hair removal are designed very carefully.

Dr. Marnie fishes of Kingsway Dermatology

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Dr. Marnie E. Fisher

Safe and Effective Hair Removal

Laser and light energy devices are effective for removing hair. The darker concentration of pigment within the hair follicle gives higher contrast compared to the skin zone around, improving the removal outcomes. the delivery handpiece has a super chilled clear glass plate, touching the surface of the skin, to reduce heat for comfort and protection. the laser light is allowed to travel through the cooled tip and through the upper layers of skin, to the lower hair bulb where pigment is concentrated.

What does Laser Hair Removal Feel Like?

“LHR can feel like small zaps to the skin. Heat is generated at the hair bulb, to disrupt the growth and recovery of the new hair growth. At times there can be a little sizzle, or a slight warmed sensation too.
Immediately after, there can be tiny dots of peri-follicular redness and swelling, which dissipates quickly. In some patients, there can be a small “release” of histamine storage due to this interaction, which may even feel itchy.

Depending on the skin type, different wavelengths and energies are chosen to pass deeply to the bulb, and thus protected from heating the surface pigment.

Occasionally, the surface skin may get too heated. If hair follicles are very thick, dark, curved, and difficult to shave exactly at the surface, they may absorb more energy. Around the bonier surfaces, (top of the shin bone) clients may feel more heat, and careful contact should be maintained. The super chilled glass offers protection for the epidermal pigmentation.

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How long does Laser Hair Removal Last?

Laser hair removal can be permanent. The complete disappearance of the hair bulb and the stem cell depends on generating enough heat in the bulb when the laser energy is transferred to the pigment. Most patients enjoy a remarkable visible improvement but may require a maintenance treatment now and then. Several theories may explain this; the hair follicle is heated and “sunned” and falls out. But the stem cell recovers over several months and then eventually regrows.

How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

Laser hair removal works due to the transfer of the light energy preferentially to the pigment contained within the hair bulb compared to the surrounding structures under the skin. Thus, brown and dark hairs and thicker hairs containing darker melanin absorb more energy. The opposite is true for blond and red hairs which contain yellow, tan, and red melanin pigments, which absorb less energy. White and grey hairs contain no more pigments, and simply represent a “naked” protein structure without colours (think of a white diamond vs a pink or yellow diamond).

So, for laser hair removal to work very efficiently, a maturely pigmented hair follicle must be present in the dermis, and shaved flush to the surface. A little-known fact is that hair follicles grow “acyclically”. This means, that some follicles will be actively growing, while others are dormant, or are actively falling out. Depending on an individual’s genetics, the time frame between fallen out and regrown with mature concentrated pigment could be 4-8 weeks or longer.

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How early can I begin Laser Hair Removal and how often should I book an appointment?

What is the earliest age someone can choose to proceed with laser hair removal?

Any age after completing full puberty, to ensure terminal hairs with maximum pigmentation concentration. The individual must be able to understand and consent to the benefits, risks, and limitations of the procedure. Generally speaking, this may be age 14-18.

I’ve been told my hair growth is hormonal, can I still get laser hair removal?

Yes. Technically all hair growth will rely on a combination of genetics and various concentrations of hormones in the body. (that’s why puberty has such a noticeable impact on both scalp and body hair).

Because of the many differences in genetics and hair growth amongst people, we recommend coming back for laser hair removal appointments no closer together than 4-6 weeks apart. During COVID, we received many phone calls from worried clients regarding missing LHR appointments. The best way to think of missed visits, is it simply represents a pause to the final results, but not any negative influence to the efficacy.

Laser hair removal at Kingsway Dermatology

How do I know if Laser Hair Removal Is Right For Me?

If a person has darker skin pigmentation, a safer option for LHR is choosing a longer wavelength device, with highly effective chilled surface to protect the surface the best possible. The Triton has these options for dark brown, and darkest brown skin types. Proceeding slowly and methodically also ensures good outcomes.

Learn more about Laser Hair Removal options at Kingsway to see which solution is right for you.

Month: December 2022

The Power of aging Positively

The Power of aging Positively

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Let’s Redefine Aging

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