Transgender Genital Electrolysis for Surgical Preparation: Chicago Cost

Electrolysis can play a vital role in alleviating gender dysphoria by removing secondary sex characteristics and preparing the skin for genital surgeries. It also helps individuals feel more aligned with their appearance, supporting their journey in embracing their true gender identity.

Genital electrolysis is a hair removal treatment that uses heat or chemical energy to destroy hair growth cells in the genital area. It’s a preferred method for many surgeons for permanent hair removal before gender-affirming surgery because it’s effective and can help prevent complications.

Pre-Surgical electrolysis offered at Electrolysis Hair removal & Skin Care usually involves 4–6 sessions, spaced about 10 weeks apart. The first session can take more than 6 hours. We offer numbing injections and oral sedation to make the procedure more comfortable. Electrolysis can reduce hair by up to 90%, our clinic guarantees effectiveness performed by skill the electrologist Genital electrolysis can cost around $3,000–$6,000.

It’s best to start electrolysis as soon as possible to allow enough time before surgery. Insurance coverage for electrolysis can vary widely, and many policies exclude it as “cosmetic”. To get insurance coverage, you can request prior authorization (PA) from your medical provider. A PA is a letter that explains why the procedure is medically necessary.

ELECTROLYSIS 100% PERMANENT HAIR REMOVAL & SKIN CARE GUARANTEE LICENSED, EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED ELECTROLOGISTS WHO RESPECT YOUR PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY.

Large Volume Genital Surgical Preparation Electrolysis Rates

Electrolysis performed by one electrologist:

$425/hr.

The following items are included:

Topical numbing cream.
Lidocaine injections.
Oral sedation.
ProNox Nitrous Oxide Gas (laughing gas).
IV Fluids Hydration.
Customized IV Vitamin Therapy – additional cost price range from $150 – $250.

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To be fair to all clients and to use our time effectively, we have established the following cancellation guidelines:
For appointments that are one hour or less, we require at least 24 hours notice. For appointments longer than one hour, a minimum of 72 hours notice is necessary. For treatments scheduled for four hours or more, we require at least 14 days notice. If proper notice is not given, a fee of 100% of the scheduled service will be charged. If you need to make changes to your appointment, please call us at (252) 722-5006 or email us at [email protected].