Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery - Laser Hair Removal

Kalamazoo/Portage
7971 Moorsbridge Rd.
Portage, MI 49024
Phone: 269-329-2900

At Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery, our surgeons take an honest, attentive approach to patient care so that you can feel confident with your procedure every step of the way. From offices conveniently located to serve the needs of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery patients from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Battle Creek, Dr. Holley and Dr. Elluru provide each patient with thoughtfulness and compassion, as well as years of experience in highly complex procedures.

Your plastic surgery decisions have the potential to enhance your appearance and your quality of life, so it is essential that you choose a surgeon you can trust to provide results that accurately reflect who you are and the goals you want to achieve. If you are looking for plastic surgeons in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo or Battle Creek, MI, Dr. Scott Holley and Dr. Raghu Elluru have both received training from nationally recognized surgeons and combine their outstanding technical skills with personal dedication to create a positive relationship with each patient.
Qualities to Look for in a Plastic Surgeon

* A friendly, accessible demeanor and genuine commitment to clear and honest communication
* Thorough understanding of the latest surgical advances and technologies
* Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
* Active participation in the local and national plastic surgery communities
* Extensive training that goes beyond the "basics" and includes advanced experience with technically superior approaches

Dr. Scott Holley

Dr. Holley believes that for a successful outcome, personal compassion and effective communication are every bit as important as surgical skill. Thoroughly trained in a full spectrum of techniques, Dr. Holley contributes his considerable skill as a reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgeon to help Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, and Grand Rapids patients achieve their aesthetic goals and improve their quality of life. After earning his MD from the Indiana University School of Medicine, Dr. Holley spent over eight years refining his surgical skills. He now serves as a Michigan State University clinical faculty member, and frequently helps educate physician and service groups on the latest advances in his field. Learn more about Dr. Holley.
Dr. Raghu Elluru

Dr. Elluru understands that a balanced, harmonious result requires more than technical training in the basics of cosmetic surgery. He believes that achieving a satisfying result requires understanding and open, honest communication with patients. Through a full range of procedures, Dr. Elluru strives to create satisfying results that are not only technically accurate but also make sense for your body's aesthetics. Dr. Elluru earned his MD from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School before training in surgery and plastic surgery residencies and fellowships for over eight years. He is a clinical professor at Michigan State University, an officer at the Kalamazoo Academy of Medicine, and a director of plastic surgery training at MSU's Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies. Learn more about Dr. Elluru.

At Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery, our surgeons work hard to provide the highest levels of personalized care. From your consultation and procedure to your recovery and follow-up meetings, they take the time to ensure a high standard of safety and accuracy, but also to understand and meet your unique needs. To learn more about our surgeons' qualifications and philosophy of care, request a consultation online or get in touch with their offices by calling 269-329-2900 (Kalamazoo/Portage) or 269-979-0900 (Battle Creek).

At Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery your satisfaction is our first priority. Our mission and goal is to provide the best patient care with superior results for cosmetic surgery patients from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, and throughout Central and Western Michigan.
Our Advantages

We believe these positive experiences start and end with the relationship between the patient and the plastic surgeon. Our physicians work hard to create a positive, honest, and understanding relationship with each and every patient. Our surgeons are recognized leaders in plastic, reconstructive, and hand surgery and not only have outstanding technical skills but will listen and work with you to achieve the results that you desire. They are also available to you 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to respond to any questions you may have about your care.

Our highly skilled and compassionate staff is an essential part of our patients' high satisfaction rate, and each excels in helping you feel comfortable and secure in your choice of Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery throughout your entire Kalamazoo and Battle Creek plastic or cosmetic surgery experience. As soon as you call either our Kalamazoo or Battle Creek office, you will find our staff is committed to exceeding your expectations of service. We train our staff to make you feel comfortable and content from the first phone call to the final post-op visit, and both our surgeons and staff strive to make your time at the office as pleasant as possible.

We practice in beautiful, state-of-the-art locations that feature comfortable and private reception areas and are located directly above fully accredited, multi-specialty ambulatory surgery centers with full-time anesthesiology. These one-stop Kalamazoo and Battle Creek plastic surgery centers offer patients and their companions comfortable surroundings and the highest level of privacy available in plastic and cosmetic surgery.
Our Philosophy

Enhancing your face or figure not only changes the way you look - it changes how you feel about yourself, as well. Combining art and science, plastic surgery is a dynamic, rapidly evolving medical discipline. Operative results depend upon your plastic surgeon's technical skill, judgment, and knowledge of human anatomy. Comprehensive training in all aspects of plastic surgery enables our Kalamazoo-area physicians to implement the latest medical knowledge and techniques.

Personalized, high-quality surgical outcomes and attentive, caring treatment have made Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery a trusted resource for Kalamazoo and Battle Creek plastic surgery patients. Find out for yourself what plastic surgery can achieve when you request a consultation with Dr. Holley or Dr. Elluru, or speak with our informed, experienced staff today when you call 269-329-2900 (Kalamazoo/Portage) or 269-979-0900 (Battle Creek).

People tired of tweezing, waxing, and using hair-removal creams are turning to Kalamazoo laser hair removal to eliminate unwanted hair quickly and effectively. Older methods can be time consuming and damaging for the skin, and even comparatively recent treatments like electrolysis can cause discomfort or even scarring, but for most women and men, laser hair removal offers significant advantages in terms of both comfort and results.

Women and men from all over Southeastern Michigan choose Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery to help them refine their look and enhance their self-confidence through both surgical and nonsurgical procedures. Learn more about whether laser hair removal is right for you when you request a consultation online or contact them by phone at 269-329-2900 (Kalamazoo/Portage) or 269-979-0900 (Battle Creek).

Laser Hair Removal - Is It Right for You?

Today's hair removal lasers are able to treat patients with almost all skin types, including dark or tanned skin. The ideal candidate will have skin that is substantially lighter than the hair being treated, and people with tanned skin may need to wait until their tan has faded before they receive this treatment.

Almost any area of the body can be treated with laser hair removal; typical choices include:

* Face
* Underarms
* Bikini line
* Back
* Neck
* Shoulders
* Pectoral area

Kalamazoo laser hair removal treatments are not appropriate for people with certain physiological traits and medical conditions, so our caring and highly skilled laser skin care professionals will assess your skin and health history carefully in order to make sure you choose the treatment plan that is right for you.
Your Laser Hair Removal Procedure

This treatment eliminates unwanted hair using a sophisticated device that emits a beam of light which passes through the skin, targeting problem hair follicles without significantly affecting the surrounding tissues. Some patients report mild discomfort as the laser energy is emitted from the device, but the majority of patients find that they do not need a sedative or topical anesthetic for their laser hair removal procedure.

Because hair grows in cycles and not all hairs will be at the growth stage during each treatment, most patients require between 4 and 8 treatments every month or two before they achieve the amount of reduction they want. Permanent removal of all hair at the treatment sites rarely occurs and is not guaranteed, but patients are generally very pleased with their results.

In most cases, Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Jackson and Lansing laser hair removal patients enjoy a quick recovery with minimal discomfort. The key is to take care of your treated skin, which immediately after each treatment may be slightly red and swollen, particularly around the hair follicles. The redness and swelling may last for only a few hours or may take a day or two to subside. The vast majority of patients are able to return to their normal activities and job duties immediately after each treatment.

If skin irritation after treatment becomes uncomfortable, cold compresses or moisturizing creams can be used to soothe the area. You can protect the treated skin by avoiding sunlight and refraining from shaving, plucking hairs, or using soaps that would dry the skin. If your skin will be exposed to sunlight, be sure to wear sunscreen rated at SPF 30 or higher.

Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery's caring and professional staff has a strong reputation for friendly treatment and high standards for accuracy. Learn more when you request a consultation online or call them today at 269-329-2900 (Kalamazoo/Portage) or 269-979-0900 (Battle Creek)

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