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Electrolysis Center - Sparks, NV

Sparks Dermatologist Doctors for Electrolysis

Type of Physician: Dermatologist

What is a Dermatologist?

A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars.

Specialty: Dermatology

Common Name: Skin Doctor

Dermatologist Doctors in Sparks *

Larry W Gardner MD
Larry W Gardner
236 W 6th St
STE STE 205
Reno, NV 89503
(775) 786-5744

Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute
Anthony E Albregts
640 W Moana Ln
STE 2
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0699

Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute
Bret S Blackhart
640 W Moana Ln
STE 2
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0699

Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute
Kevin L Kiene
640 W Moana Ln
STE 2
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0699

Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute
Kimberly A Kolar
640 W Moana Ln
STE 2
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0699

Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute
Matt Lambiasi
640 W Moana Ln
STE 2
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0699

Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute
Dan E Rowe
640 W Moana Ln
STE 2
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0699

Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute
Franz J Stadler
640 W Moana Ln
STE 2
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0699

High Desert Dermatology
Anne G Hayes
509 Hammill Ln
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 332-0300

High Desert Dermatology
Steven E Krause
509 Hammill Ln
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 332-0300

Nevada Center for Dermatology
Cindy L Lamerson
650 Sierra Rose Dr
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 827-8100

Aistheta Reno Medical Skin Care Center
Robert J Riley
6630 S McCarran Blvd
STE A-9
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 829-1212

Sierra Skin Institute
Gretchen Korver
10479 Double R Blvd
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 850-8600

Sierra Skin Institute
Laura Ostezan
10479 Double R Blvd
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 850-8600

Jones Dermatology Associates
Christian C Jones
6120 Mae Anne Ave
STE STE 1
Reno, NV 89523
(775) 851-7546

Carson Dermatology Assoc
Ruth E Adams
1100 S Carson St
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 883-7811

Carson Dermatology Assoc
J S Adams
1100 S Carson St
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 883-7811

Carson Dermatology Assoc
Charles E Clemmensen
1100 S Carson St
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 883-7811

Carson Dermatology Assoc
David Alan Tack
1100 S Carson St
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 883-7811

Minden Dermatology
Diane M Sheridan
1624 10th St
STE 1
Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-0700

Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery
Martin E Salm
276 Kingsbury Grade
STE 101
Stateline, NV 89449
(775) 588-5000

Sparks, Nevada

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Electrolysis

What Causes Unwanted Hair Growth?

Hair growth is the result of heredity and hormonal levels. Also, some drugs, temporary methods of hair removal, and some illnesses can stimulate hair growth. Usually, hair growth is desirable. But when the hair is the wrong part of your body -- a woman's upper lip or chin or bikini line, for example -- you may be considering electrolysis.

How Many Electrolysis Treatments Will I Need?

Since many factors influence hair growth, you will need to return for several electrolysis visits. The total number of sessions needed to remove hair permanently from a particular area will vary from person to person. Most clients return once a week or every other week, as necessary. But the unwanted hair will be gone forever once the series of treatments have been completed. Each treatment lasts between 15 minutes and one hour.

Myths About Electrolysis

Electrolysis is painful. The truth is, electrolysis usually does not cause much discomfort. Modern electrolysis methods have reduced the discomfort to a mere tingling. A topical anesthetic may be used in some cases.

The electric tweezer method is permanent. The truth is, the Food and Drug Administration and the American Medical Association recognize only electrolysis as a permanent method of removing hair. In fact, some states prohibit those who use the electric tweezer -- which can also be purchased for consumer use -- from claiming it provides permanent hair removal.

Temporary methods of hair removal can be better. Chemical depilatories (liquids or creams) are often used to remove body hair. These products contain irritating chemicals, and can be time-consuming and messy. Likewise, bleaches contain harsh chemicals and do little to disguise dark hair. They may also discolor the skin. Waxing is another temporary method of hair ...

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Hair Removal Strategies

There are several ways to remove your unwanted hair, including over-the-counter methods and those administered under a doctor's care. With most of these methods, the hair eventually grows back.

Shaving

Your hair growth rate will determine how often you have to shave the affected region. Shaving is best for legs, arms or facial hair. However, this hair removal method can cause ingrown hairs in the pubic region.

Plucking

Plucking is the most painful method, but may be the most worthwhile when there are just a few hairs you want to remove. Examples include reshaping your eyebrows or pulling out those few stray hairs that may appear on your face, especially for a woman. You should not use this hair removal method for large areas because it can cause ingrown hairs or scarring.

Depilation

Be cautious when selecting hair removal creams over-the-counter: All creams are not the same....

Emergency Contact for Sparks

  • In case of Emergency, call 911

Nearby Sparks Hospitals *

Northern Nevada Medical Center
2375 E Prater Way
Sparks, NV 89434
(775)331-7000

Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services
480 Galletti Way
Sparks, NV 89431
(775)688-2001

Renown Rehabilitation Hospital
1495 Mill St
Reno, NV 89502
(775)982-3500

West Hills Hospital
1240 E Ninth St
Reno, NV 89512
(775)323-0478

Renown Regional Medical Center
1155 Mill St
Reno, NV 89502
(775)982-4100

Willow Springs Center
690 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
(775)858-3303

VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System
1000 Locust St
Reno, NV 89502
(775)786-7200

St Mary's Regional Medical Center
235 W Sixth St
Reno, NV 89503
(775)770-3000

Tahoe Pacific Hospitals West
235 W Sixth St
Reno, NV 89503
(775)770-7980

Renown South Meadows Medical Center
10101 Double R Blvd
Reno, NV 89521
(775)982-7000

Tahoe Pacific Hospitals Meadows
10101 Double R Blvd
Reno, NV 89521
(775)331-1044

Incline Village Community Hospital
880 Alder Ave
Incline Village, NV 89451
(775)833-4100

Sierra Surgery Hospital
1400 Medical Pkwy
Carson City, NV 89703
(775)883-1700

Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
1600 Medical Pkwy
Carson City, NV 89703
(775)445-8000

Eastern Plumas Health Care Loyalton Campus
700 Third St
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530)993-1225

Tahoe Forest Hospital
10121 Pine Ave
Truckee, CA 96161
(530)587-6011

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