Facts about Laser stop smoking and weight loss therapy

How does the laser help me stop smoking?
Acupuncture points are stimulated by the energy of the laser.

How many treatments are required?
This is a one-time treatment.

How long does the treatment take?
The treatment takes about 45 minutes.

Will the laser treatment cause me any discomfort?
The treatment is very relaxing, pleasant and completely pain free.

How long does it take for cravings to go away?
Your cravings for nicotine should go away immediately. If you should have a craving after treatment is performed we offer a one time re-treatment (booster) within 6 months.

How long does the laser treatment curb my cravings?
You won't have any physical cravings after treatment. You may confuse cravings with the mental habit.

Will I experience any side affects?
You may feel lightheaded momentarily but it passes very quickly.

Where on my body do you point the laser?
The points that we work on are on the ears (auricular points), nose, hands, wrist, and forearm (meridian points).

What insurance do you accept?
We do not take insurance. We will gladly provide you with some information you can submit along with your receipt to your insurance company. Some insurance companies may cover this under needle-less acupuncture.

How long does it take for nicotine to leave the body's blood stream?
That depends on the person's size, water intake and metabolism but usually 3 to 5 weeks.

Will I be able to receive laser treatment if I am taking medication?
Being that the treatment is done externally; it has not affected other medications.

Is this a new treatment, who else does this?
It has been available for over 20 years in Europe and Canada. It has been available in the United States for almost three years.

What method of payment do you accept for the treatment?
We accept credit cards, debit cards, cash and travelers checks.