Self-Reported Outcome After Diode Laser Hair Removal

Alghoul, Mohammed S.; Gonzalez, Andrea Moreira; Strumble, Patricia

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“…In recent years, there has been an upsurge in the application of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) across myriad neurologic, dental, ophthalmic, dermatologic disorders, and injuries [6][7][8][9][10]. LLLT has been proven to be a safe and effective therapeutic option in clinical and histological trials; yet, a great deal of skepticism still remains regarding the efficacy of this modality at the clinical level.…”

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Low‐level laser therapy as a non‐invasive approach for body contouring: A randomized, controlled study

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Low‐level laser therapy as a non‐invasive approach for body contouring: A randomized, controlled study

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“…The apparent cosmetic improvement may be related to reduction in number of hairs or a decrease in diameter or pigmentation. [2] Tracking of these parameters over such long periods is tedious and impractical. Hence a lot of confusion still exists regarding the optimum settings and the type of laser most beneficial for a given hair and skin type.…”

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Agent-based model of laser hair removal: A treatment optimization and patient education tool

Eapen¹

2009

Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol

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lasers can achieve only permanent hair reduction and a certain percentage of hair will always grow back. [4] Conveying this message as well as a frank discussion of risk-benefit ratio with the patient is demanding but imperative. Mathematical models have been developed to simulate LHR for research purposes. [5,6] Some models have even succeeded in deducing epilation strategies based on simulation. However, none of these models is simple enough to be used by a laser practitioner as a patient education tool. Hence we identified the need for an LHR simulation model which is sensitive enough to reliably predict its long-term effects and simple enough to be used as a patient education tool. We chose ' Agent-based modeling' (ABM) [7] using NetLogo [8,9] as a platform for LHR modeling as it can effectively hide complexities of the model behind an intuitive visual interface. Agent-based modeling simulates the behavior of discrete units separately Since the 'selective photothermolysis' induced by laser only destroys a small fraction of hairs completely, ABSTRACT Background: Tracking of various parameters associated with laser hair removal is tedious and time consuming. The currently available mathematical models are not simple enough for physicians to be used as a treatment optimization and patient education tool. Aim: The aim of the study was to develop a mathematical model for laser hair removal using agent-based modeling and to make a user-friendly simulation environment. Methods: The model was created using NetLogo. The hairs were modeled as agents oscillating between anagen and telogen. The variables were assigned based on published data whenever possible and the various paths the agent could take were coded as conditional statements. The improvement was assessed using an arbitrary index which takes into account the mean diameter and pigmentation along with the number and length of hairs visible above the surface. Few of the commonly encountered scenarios were simulated using the model. Results: The model is made freely available online (http://www.gulfdoctor.net/model/lhr.htm). Limited number of simulations performed indicated that an eight-week gap between laser sessions may be more effective than a four-week gap. Conclusions: The simulation provides a reliable tool for treatment optimization and patient education as obtaining relevant clinical data is slow and labor-intensive. Its visual interface and online availability makes it useful for everyday use. How to cite this article: Eapen BR. Agent-based model of laser hair removal: A treatment optimization and patient education tool. Indian J

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“…To gain permanent hair reduction, the reproductive follicle cells are destroyed alongside the hair itself. Melanin as a skin and hair pigment absorbs light in a wavelength between 350 to 1200 nm [32]. To achieve the purpose of laser hair removal based on the selective photo thermolysis principle should be in the wavelength range between 630 -1200 nm.…”

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The Effectiveness of Diode Laser 805 nm Hair Removal in Groups of Various Ethnicity

Załęska¹,

Atta-Motte²

2018

J Med - Clin Res & Rev

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According to the scientific publications, laser hair removal is considered to be the most effective method of permanent hair reduction. So far, no effectiveness comparison of a different ethnicity groups in regards to pubic laser hair removal was made. The aim of the study is to show the subjective and objective effectiveness and side effects of diode (805 nm) laser hair removal in pubic area in groups of various ethnicity. The study was conducted in UK and Poland on the group of 205, 20-40 years old patients qualified for the course of 6 treatments after the initial interview and patch test. Ethnicity was defined by questionnaire in accordance with Census 2001. 111 of 205 participants were divided into the 4 groups: White 29 participants: people with white skin, Black 22 participants: people with black skin, Asian 28 participants: people from Asia, Mix Raced 32 participants: people whose ancestors had both: White, Black or Asian skin. Effectiveness was analysed in the area of 1 cm2 of the treated skin as the percentage of hair reduction. Objective effectiveness analysis in groups: 92.5% for Asians, 81.5% for participants with Black skin, 86.9% for Mix raced participants and 88.2% for White skin participants was different to the subjective analysis: 88.9% for Asians, 78.0% for Black skin participants, 84.4% for Mixed Raced participants and 82.3% for White skin participants. Side effects were correlated with ethnicity (p = 0.001). The highest percentage of complications occurred in the group of Black skin 81,82% and Mixed Raced 81.25% participants. The best results in the studied area were observed objectively and subjectively in a group of Asian participants. The subjective assessment of the hair reduction effectiveness was significantly lower than the objective assessment of the percentage of hair reduction in each of the studied ethnic groups.

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Self-Reported Outcome After Diode Laser Hair Removal

Abstract: Diode-laser hair removal is a safe, well-tolerated procedure. Our patient satisfaction is comparable to hair-count studies in the literature.

Cited by 14 publications

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Low‐level laser therapy as a non‐invasive approach for body contouring: A randomized, controlled study

Low‐level laser therapy as a non‐invasive approach for body contouring: A randomized, controlled study

Agent-based model of laser hair removal: A treatment optimization and patient education tool

The Effectiveness of Diode Laser 805 nm Hair Removal in Groups of Various Ethnicity

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