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Laser treatments for cosmetic purposes are becoming more and more popular as the technology becomes more advanced and well known. However, many people still worry about the risks and possible side effects involved with laser based treatments such as tattoo removal and laser hair removal. Here is a brief summary of some of the possible side effects.

Normal Side Effects

There are some side effects of laser treatment which are perfectly normal and which are fairly likely. These include redness, swelling, pain, tingling and numbness, all of which should last no longer than about three days. During the treatment itself, it is normal to feel some discomfort. With laser hair removal this should be less than with tattoo removal. Tattoo removal is a similar sensation and level of pain as having a tattoo in the first place, whereas during laser hair removal you may feel itching and pain no worse than waxing.

Rare Side Effects

Rare side effects can be more serious, and some of them permanent. In some cases you may get scabbing, bruising or blistering. These are all temporary. However, it is also possible to get burns, scars and infections from cosmetic laser treatments. Changes in pigmentation also occur in rare cases. This can either be hypo-pigmentation or hyper-pigmentation. Both involve darkening of the skin and are more common to people with dark or tanned skin. Hypo-pigmentation is temporary but hyper-pigmentation is permanent. However, with advances in technology and in safety features, these side effects are fairly uncommon.

Popular Myths

Many people are afraid that laser treatments will cause worse side effects than they do. Particular fears include cancer and infertility, but there is no chance of these being linked to laser treatments. Side effects from laser treatments are usually mild and usually temporary, and are very rarely life changing.

For many women, having large breasts is an emotional burden. Breast reduction surgery often eases that burden for women. It is an unfortunate fact of life that women with large breasts are ridiculed, stereotyped in a number of unflattering ways, victimized by sexual harassment and even face jealousy from other women who wish they were so well endowed. For them, it seems like their breasts are always the center of attention. Being subjected to this type of ignorance and abuse on a continual basis can affect a woman’s self confidence and self esteem. Many find themselves trying to conceal their body in an attempt to prevent the stares, comments and whispers. At the same time women can be conscious of the nipples as maybe they can have overly large nipples or may even need inverted nipple correction.

Having realistic expectations is always important when considering plastic surgery to reduce the size of the breasts. You may not go from having to wear custom made bras to wearing a B cup. But, the procedure can significantly reduce the size and weight of the breasts, making it possible to comfortably wear stylish clothing without drawing unwanted attention to the bosom. That alone can be a huge confidence booster for women who have been resigned to wearing loose fitting clothing because, well, because fitted clothes were never an option. The boost in self esteem can be life changing, particularly for younger women and adolescents who may have suffered a ‘reputation’ or have been ridiculed by their peers because of the size of their breasts.

Breast reduction surgery can help remedy these emotional and psychological issues, as well as bring physical relief from the discomfort associated with having large breasts. In fact, this plastic surgery has one of the highest rates of satisfaction among patients.

Choose a plastic surgeon who is board certified, understanding, and one whom you are comfortable with. It is perfectly acceptable, and often expected that patient’s consult with more than one plastic surgeon before making their decision.