Would I need to shave my back prior to treatments?

Question: Can laser hair removal be used for thick body hair? I am male, 41 years old, and have a very hairy upper back. Would I need to shave my back prior to treatments?

Answer: Yes, laser hair removal is very successful at treating thick body hair including hair in the upper back.  We do need to shave or clip the hair down to the level of the skin prior to the treatment, but after the treatment, the hair shaft itself typically falls out and we then re-treat six to eight weeks later as new hair is growing in.  A total of six to eight treatment sessions are necessary for adequate hair reduction.