Laser hair removal providers - comparison

	Ringpfeil Dermatology	Spas & laser centers	other medical practices
service provider	(*****) Dr. Franziska Ringpfeil, board certified Dermatologist. Jill S.- licensed aesthetician - 12 years experience at reputable dermatology practices	(**) Laser technicians. Experience varies dramatically.	(*****) Highly qualified. A medical office setting is preferred by top aestheticians
Risk	(*****) None. Board certified dermatologist always on site.	(*) Varies. Often, no dermatologist (or even a board certified physician) available on site.	(***??) Low. A dermatologist or physician is usually on site.
Laser Technology	(*****) Candela Gentle Laser (Alexandrite) for light skin and Gentle Yag (NDYag) for dark skin.	(**???) usually good. Some might use -- diode lasers (longer treatments, often requires more treatments, does not treat well darker skin). --NDYag - not the most effective for light skin --IPL (not a laser)- cheaper and less effective	(**???) usually good. Some might use -- diode lasers (longer treatments, often requires more treatments, does not treat well darker skin). --NDYag - not the most effective for light skin --IPL (not a laser)- cheaper and less effective
Pricing	(***??) - Lowest price for most body areas. - Never pay for treatments you do not need	(**???) - Expensive when not a package. - Packages require upfront payment / commitment. - Cost is higher when less than six treatments are needed.	(*) - Expensive - Packages are often available
Service level	(*****) Top rated laser center	(****?) high emphasize on ambiance and customer service	(***??) Ambiance and focus on customer service might vary
Warrantee	(*****) Two free treatments within one year of the six paid treatments if reduction did not accede 90%.	(*????) Rare. Few facilities offer warrantees.	(*) Not available

(*****) high rating
(*) low rating
(***??) high rating, but in some cases rating can be lower

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