Unwanted hair can be frustrating when shaving, waxing, tweezing, or depilatory creams only give you short-term results. At American Surgical Arts, patients can receive laser hair removal through the Aesthetic Laser Center and Med Spa at our Mullica Hill practice.
Care is overseen by Dr. Vinay S. Gundlapalli and Dr. Sean Bidic, along with a skilled medical aesthetics team that includes nationally certified PA-Cs Regina Costroff and Jen Catalano. Dr. Gundlapalli and Dr. Bidic are double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons, and Regina brings focused aesthetics training in injectables, skin care, facial anatomy, and non-surgical rejuvenation.
A Consultation That's All About You
Dr. Bidic gladly spends time with each patient to discuss the details, benefits, and other considerations of laser hair removal. By evaluating your skin type, hair, and goals, he will determine whether laser hair removal is the best option for you.
Your Laser Hair Removal Procedure
Prior to your treatment, you may receive a topical anesthetic, especially in more sensitive areas, but the procedure is usually well tolerated by most patients.
Dr. Bidic and Dr. Gundlapalli use the Lumenis™ LightSheer® diode laser, a proven, state-of-the-art device for hair removal. It emits highly concentrated light that targets the melanin (dark pigment) of the hair. The light heats the follicle, preventing hair from regrowing.
The system enables the surgeon to treat multiple hairs at once and effectively cover large areas relatively quickly. Depending on the size of the treatment area, the procedure can take several minutes to more than an hour.
Why Choose American Surgical Arts for Laser Hair Removal in Mullica Hill?
Laser hair removal works best when the treatment plan accounts for your skin type, hair color, treatment area, and goals. Before treatment begins, our team looks at these details and talks with you about what laser hair removal can and cannot do.
American Surgical Arts gives patients access to laser hair removal in a medically guided plastic surgery and med spa setting. Dr. Bidic and Dr. Gundlapalli bring surgical training and a safety-first approach to the practice, while our PA-Cs and aesthetics team help support non-surgical care, skin health, and patient education. Regina Costroff, PA-C, has pursued additional aesthetics training in neuromodulators, dermal fillers, PDO threads, and skin rejuvenation techniques, which supports the practice’s broader approach to cosmetic care.
American Surgical Arts uses the Lumenis™ LightSheer® diode laser for hair removal. This device uses concentrated light to heat hair follicles and reduce future hair growth. Because hair grows in cycles, most patients need more than one visit. Not every follicle is active during the same session, so spacing treatments over time can lead to better reduction.
How to Prepare for Laser Hair Removal
Your preparation instructions may vary based on your skin, medications, and treatment area. In general, you may be asked to avoid waxing, plucking, or electrolysis before treatment because the laser needs the hair follicle to be present beneath the skin.
You may also be asked to:
- Limit sun exposure before treatment
- Avoid tanning beds and self-tanning products
- Arrive with clean skin
- Avoid makeup, lotions, or deodorant on the treatment area if instructed
- Tell our team about recent tanning, skin irritation, or medication changes
Shaving is usually allowed before laser hair removal because it removes hair above the skin without pulling out the follicle. We will give you specific timing instructions before your appointment.
What to Expect After Your Laser Hair Removal Treatment
You may experience post-treatment redness, skin sensitivity, and swelling around the hair follicle; these will fade. You should be able to return to your normal activities immediately after treatment. We will provide detailed care instructions.
Hair grows in different phases, and not all of our hair is in the growth phase at the same time. The treatment has the greatest effect on hairs in the growth phase because of their higher concentrations of melanin. You may require multiple treatments over a few months for this reason. Most people achieve the results they desire after 3 to 5 sessions, although this varies with individual factors.
If smooth, clear skin is your goal, you may also benefit from chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, microdermabrasion, or laser vein treatment.
View our Lumenis brochure about laser hair removal.
Popular Areas For Laser Hair Removal
- Bikini: The bikini area is a very common area that people get laser hair removal. The pesky hairs in the bikini area can be a pain to deal with and the constant upkeep leads to skin irritation and razor bumps
- Legs: Getting laser hair removal on your legs will save you tons of time and energy. Trying to keep you legs smooth is a hassle, and laser hair removal makes it extremely easy for you.
- Face: Many people utilize laser hari removal to get rid of facial hair. This can help you avoid daily maintenance and razor bumps, leaving your skin looking clear and smooth
- Underarms: This is a very common area for people to get laser hair removal
FAQs About Laser Hair Removal
Schedule a Laser Hair Removal Appointment in Mullica Hill
If you are tired of shaving, waxing, or short-term hair removal methods, laser treatment may be a better fit for your routine. American Surgical Arts provides laser hair removal in Mullica Hill for patients from Gloucester County, Vineland, Newark, DE, and nearby communities. To request an appointment, contact us online or call 856-362-8898.