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Cosmetic
and Therapeutic Laser Treatments
Proven ~
Safe ~ Effective ~ Affordable |
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Baystate Ob/Gyn Group, Inc. is pleased to offer cosmetic and therapeutic
laser treatments in the comfort of our own office, addressing a number of
skin related concerns:
We also offer a premier line of SkinCeuticals skin care
products. Click
here to learn more about the SkinCeuticals product line.
The clear advantages of laser
treatments:
 | All lasers are FDA approved |
| No general anesthesia is required |
| No incision is required |
| Normal activities can be resumed
immediately following the procedure. |
| All procedures are performed in the
comfort of our own office. |
| Each laser procedure takes on average
approximately 15 minutes.
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Laser FAQs
How
much does it cost?
Considering the
alternative of cosmetic surgery, laser treatments are designed to be an
affordable option with fantastic results.
The factors used in determining treatment cost are highly
variable from patient to patient. While
some laser treatments may require only one session, other treatments
such as tattoo removal and hair removal may require multiple treatments
over time. Additionally,
cost is associated with the severity of the problem, and the number (or
size) of the area(s) being treated.
Due to the number of variables involved, we prefer to speak with
you prior to estimating your treatment cost.
Please keep in mind that there may discounts for multiple
services. More information
on discounts or specials that we may be offering can be attained by calling
our office.
How
can I pay for laser services?
Laser treatments are
cosmetic in nature. We do
not submit the charges to your insurance company for reimbursement but
rather we require payment in full from you at the time of your
treatment. Payment plans for
treatment are not available at this time.
We accept cash, check, and credit cards as a form of payment.
How
long does it take?
The length of each
treatment session will be determined by a number of factors; however,
the following estimates can be used as a general guide.
Please keep in mind that multiple treatment sessions may be
necessary, depending on the service you desire.
Your laser clinician will be able to give you a more accurate
estimate when you speak to her about the services:
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Laser Facial™:
30 – 45 minutes |
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Leg veins:
Most sessions are about 30 minutes,
although some can last as little as 15 minutes or
as long as 45 minutes. |
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Facial veins,
broken capillaries & rosacea:
15 – 30 minutes |
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Brown spots or
“age” spots: 15 minutes |
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Tattoos: 15
– 30 minutes |
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Skin tightening:
30 – 45 minutes |
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Hair removal:
On face, 15 minutes; on body,
30 minutes |
How
many treatments will I need?
The number of
treatments you require will be determined by your laser clinician during
your consult visit or first treatment session.
The following will give you a general idea of the average number
of treatments necessary for each service.
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Laser Facial™:
3 – 4 treatments |
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Leg veins: 2
– 3 treatments |
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Facial veins,
broken capillaries & rosacea:
1 – 2 treatments |
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Brown spots
(“Age spots”): 1 treatment for most
lesions |
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Tattoos: 6
– 10 treatments for professionally
inked tattoos |
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Skin tightening:
3 – 4 treatments |
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Hair removal:
5 – 6 treatments |
Is
it painful?
It is important to
remember that pain perception is different from individual to
individual. Your clinician
may recommend or require topical anesthesia for some services, while no
anesthesia is necessary for other services.
You will have an opportunity to discuss topical anesthesia with
your laser clinician prior to treatment, and she will help you determine
if topical anesthesia is necessary based on the service desired and the
area being treated.
How
will my skin react to the treatment?
It is important to keep
in mind that in order to attain your long term goals with your skin
through laser treatments, you may experience some short-term reactions
to the treatment. Depending
on the service received, the type of laser used, and your skin’s
individual reaction to the treatment, you may or may not experience side
effects that can include redness, discoloration, and swelling (other
reactions may also be experienced).
Usually post-treatment symptoms subside within days or even hours
if they are experienced at all. Considering
the number of variables that determines your reaction to the treatment,
you should discuss any concerns about what you can expect during the
post-treatment period with your laser clinician.
When
would I see the results?
Laser treatments are
result-oriented. Prior to
treatment, you will have the opportunity to discuss your expectations
for results with your laser clinician.
In general, the following results can be expected:
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Laser Facial™:
Skin feels smoother and less oily one
week following first treatment.
Visible sun damage
is decreased by 30% one month after the first
treatment. Full results
are achieved 90 days
following treatment. |
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Leg veins:
Most veins will disappear immediately
during treatment session. Some
veins may take up
to 8 weeks to disappear, or some may require a
second treatment for full results. |
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Facial veins,
broken capillaries & rosacea: Most
veins and broken capillaries will disappear by four
weeks following treatment. Rosacea
is more
“stubborn,” although it will fade considerably with
every treatment. |
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Brown spots
(“age spots”): Most thin brown spots
disappear after 5 – 7 days, although some thicker
spots may require a second treatment for full results. |
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Tattoos:
Results will vary depending on the color of
the tattoo and the age of the tattoo.
Most tattoos
don’t completely disappear even after multiple
treatments, although substantial fading may be
achieved. |
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Skin tightening:
Skin feels tightened one week
following treatment. By
the second treatment, the
lift around jowls and other areas is notable. |
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Hair removal:
Hair count and density are reduced with
each treatment. A dark
hair/light skin combination
will achieve the best results. Gray
or blonde hair
does not respond to treatment. |
Do
I have to be a patient of BOGG to receive laser services?
No, you do not have to
be a patient of BOGG to receive laser services.
In fact, men can also be seen for laser treatments in our
practice.
I'd
like to schedule an appointment for laser services...who do I contact?
You can contact
our office to schedule your laser appointments. Depending on
the type of service you desire, a laser consultation (free of charge)
may be recommended.
I
have additional questions about Laser before I schedule any appointment
for treatment…who do I contact?
If you have additional
questions about laser treatments, you can contact
our practice Monday – Thursday 8 – 5 pm and Friday 7:30 –
4:00pm to speak to our Laser Treatment Program coordinator.
She will be happy to answer any questions you may have about
treatment. Free laser
consultations are also available prior to treatment to answer any
questions you may have. Consult
appointments are especially helpful if you have specific questions about
the treatment that can be answered only after our clinician sees the
targeted area.
I’ve
already received treatment and I have post-treatment questions.
Who do I contact?
If you have
post-treatment questions, you can contact
our office to speak to our Laser Treatment Program coordinator.
Updated 6/2/07
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