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Don't Get Burned: The Painful Side to Laser Skin Treatments: W5


Catalogue Number:  CTV536
Producer:  CTV
Producing Agencies:  CTV
Subject:  Social Issues
Language:  English
Grade Level:  9 - 12, Post Secondary
Country Of Origin:  Canada
Copyright Year:  2012
Running Time:  20:00


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Cosmetic laser treatments are one of the fastest growing medical procedures. They're used for hair removal, skin tightening, and wrinkle reduction. And they can produce amazing results. They're sold to you through online daily deal sites, at hair salons, medical spas and even tanning salons. The ubiquity of the marketing has lulled many patients into thinking it's as safe and pain-free as advertised. But put one of these lasers in the hands of someone without the right training, and you can end up with permanent skin damage. A W5 investigation has revealed that the lasers used in the treatment are virtually unregulated, and can cause horrific injuries.

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