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La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
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Richard E. Fitzpatrick, M.D.
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
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858-866-9960
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  • How much would it cost?
  • Are there any side effects?
  • Can my hair color be treated?
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Dr. Fitzpatrick, Director of Dermatology at the La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, offers a full range of skin treatments. These services include:

Laser Hair Removal
Rejuvenation of Sun-Damaged Skin
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Education
Doctorate of Medicine
Emory University Medical School

Bachelor of Science
Princeton University
Certification
Board Certified in Dermatology
Affiliations
Member, American Academy of Dermatology
Member, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
Past President, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Associate Clinical Professor in the Division of Dermatology at UCSD School of Medicine
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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La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Richard E. Fitzpatrick, M.D.
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-866-9960
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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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