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Torrey Pines Dermatology
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Kristen A. Richards, M.D.
9850 Genesee Ave. Suite 460
La Jolla, CA 92037
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858-866-9700
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  • How much would it cost?
  • Are there any side effects?
  • Can my hair color be treated?
Additional Services
Dr. Kristine Richards has expertise in a wide range of cosmetic and medical skin treatment. In addition to Dr. Richards, Dr Darrell Gonzales, a board certified dermatologist, is also accepting patients. Services include:

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Education
Doctorate of Medicine
Case Western Reserve University, 1997

Residency
Northwestern University, 2000

Fellowship
Vanderbilt University (Mohs Surgery), 2001
Certification
Board Certified, American Board of Dermatology
Affiliations
Fellow, American Board of Dermatology
Fellow, American College of Mohs Surgery
Fellow, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Treatment Tips
Always seek treatment with an experienced physician.
Be willing to travel a bit for the best possible treatment.
During your consultation, ask questions regarding results, concerns, and after care.
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Torrey Pines Dermatology
Kristen A. Richards, M.D.
9850 Genesee Ave. Suite 460
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-866-9700
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Laser Hair Removal
Lasers have been used for the removal of unwanted hair by physicians since 1998. Since that time the technology used has dramatically improved and patients, including those with dark skin, are seeing very good and lasting results. Generally laser hair removal is 80% to 90% effective, meaning 90% of hair in the area will likely remain gone. Follow up maintenance treatments may be needed at 6 months to a year following the initial series of treatment to maintain hair removal.

It’s important if you are considering laser hair removal to protect your skin from the sun. Lasers work by targeting the melanin pigment in your hair follicle and if your skin is more tan than normal, this can have an effect on the laser’s ability to properly target the hair. As the hair follicle absorbs the laser light, this will trigger the hair’s natural resting, or telogen, phase.

Contact one of our physicians today to learn more about this exciting treatment.
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