Hormone Replacement Therapy in Buckhead

Hormone replacement therapy, a treatment to replace female hormones that the body no longer produces after menopause, is an effective way of relieving some of the uncomfortable symptoms associated with menopause. While menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood swings, and a reduced sex drive pass after a few years, they can be unpleasant to deal with until then. Hormone replacement therapy in Buckhead can offer earlier relief. Call the professionals at the Harley Institute to learn about how you can take advantage of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, medication produced naturally and made from plant estrogen which is identical in chemical makeup to the hormones the human body produces naturally. We look forward to providing you with a consultation and scheduling an appointment for you soon!

Buckhead, GA

Buckhead Hormone Replacement

What Are the Risks of Hormone Replacement Therapy?

As with many medical procedures, hormone replacement therapy is not without risks. Research has shown that hormone replacement therapy may increase the risk for certain conditions such as blood clots, stroke, heart disease, breast cancer, gallbladder disease, and anxiety or depression. Other studies suggest that these risks vary depending on age. For instance, if hormone therapy is started before the age of 60 or within 10 years of menopause, the benefits appear to outweigh the risks. Still, women who begin hormone therapy more than 10 or 20 years from the onset of menopause or at age 60 or older are at greater risk of the above conditions.

We recommend all patients consider the associated risks and speak with their physician to determine whether the benefits outweigh the risks. Dr. Harley is committed to making sure you are comfortable. Please give us a call and allow one of our friendly health experts to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

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Do You Offer Hormone Replacement Therapy Near Me?

The Harley Institute serves residents in Buckhead at our Atlanta office on Buford Highway. We are available Monday through Thursday from 9AM to 5PM as well as Friday from 9AM to 3PM. You can call or contact us via email to schedule your consultation or appointment today. We look forward to helping you.

Is hair reduction using laser permanent?

Treatment results may vary among patients. The Altus CoolGlide Laser is cleared by the FDA for Permanent Hair Reduction. The FDA defines permanent hair reduction as the long term, stable reduction in the number of hairs re-growing after a treatment regime.

Will it work on dark skin?

The Cutera CoolGlide Laser is FDA-approved for use in types I to VI skin, that is, from the whitest white to the darkest dark. Care is taken with the darker shades of skin, but excellent results can be obtained in black skin.

What does it feel like?

The laser treatment may feel like a mild sting for a fraction of a second. It has a built-in cooling tip that not only helps to protect the skin but also helps to minimize the discomfort.

How long do the treatments take?

An upper lip and chin can be done in 5 to 10 minutes. Underarms or bikini lines usually take 15 to 20 minutes. Legs and backs take longer. Very often, follow-up treatments are shorter (and less expensive) because there is much less hair to treat.

How many treatments are necessary?

This is very important to understand. Hair goes through 3 stages of development. Typically in the anagen stage, the hair will respond more effectively to treatment. At any given time, only one third of human hair is in the anagen stage. For this reason, it is necessary to treat an area at least 3 times with the treatments spaced approximately 6 weeks apart in order to see the best and longest lasting results. Darker hair will respond better, but both dark and light hair may need up to 5 treatments for maximum response and the best long-term results.

Results - What can I expect?

There is often no immediate change. Your skin may get slightly red or even develop a small crust that will peel. The laser may leave small red marks on your skin. The marks clear up in a few days. The hair that has been destroyed will not start to fall out for 2-3 weeks. Many times it will get darker and thicker just before it falls out. Don't worry if you do not see an obvious change immediately after your first treatment.