61 Princeton Hightstown Rd, Unit-2C, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
61 Princeton Hightstown Rd, Unit-2C, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
Bulk thermal heating of the follicle bulb and the surrounding dermis. Targets the thermal mass of the hair shaft and the deeper follicular anatomy, including the bulge region of the outer root sheath where the follicular stem cell niche resides. Delivered at 1064 nanometers, the laser wavelength with the broadest published safety record in Fitzpatrick four through six skin.
Fractional micro-column delivery using submillisecond Nd:YAG pulses. Concentrated photothermal energy is deposited in discrete dermal columns surrounding the follicle, attacking the cellular components that survive bulk heating. The 3D fractional pattern has been described in peer-reviewed dermatologic literature as offering greater precision than 2D fractional methods.
Cooling is applied to the skin surface between every pass to reset epidermal temperature while preserving the deeper dermal heat accumulated around the follicle. The cooling intervals are the safety mechanism that permit multi-pass stacking with cumulative fluence far beyond what a single pass could deliver without epidermal injury.
FracLase begins with an optional application of the long pulse ND:YAG laser over inflamed pilosebaceous follicles, aimed at decreasing local inflammation while selectively delivering thermal damage to the inflamed sebaceous glands in patients with active acne. Following this, our enhanced protocol of the 3D fractional short pulse ND:YAG laser is applied uniformly across the face to reduce cytokine production, control inflammation, and achieve selective 3D fractional heating of skin imperfections and pigmented structures, all without damaging the surrounding skin.
FracLase achieves multiple skin improvements, including pigment correction, pore size reduction, scar remodeling, overall texture improvement, and skin tightening. Moreover, it offers an effective solution for laser hair removal by safely targeting hair follicles, providing smoother skin within the same comprehensive treatment session.
With FracLase, patients receive a cutting-edge treatment that prioritizes safety, efficacy, and skin health, offering a holistic solution for achieving a radiant and youthful appearance.
FollicuLase exists for one purpose. It eliminates resistant hair in patients whose follicles have not responded to standard laser hair removal. The protocol is not a do-everything treatment with hair removal listed among multiple benefits. It is a specialty offering for resistant hair patterns specifically.
Stacked multi-pass Nd:YAG delivers cumulative photothermal damage that single-pass laser cannot match. Each visit attacks the available anagen-phase follicles from two complementary mechanisms, long pulse for bulk follicular heating and FRAC3 for fractional dermal targeting.
Nd:YAG at 1064 nanometers is the laser wavelength with the broadest published safety record in Fitzpatrick four through six skin. Patients who have been told they are not candidates for laser hair removal because of their skin tone are often excellent FollicuLase candidates.
Calibrated specifically for patients with hormonally driven hair growth from polycystic ovary syndrome, idiopathic hirsutism, or post-hormone-therapy patterns whose follicles biologically resist single-modality laser hair removal.
The number of sessions and the spacing between them is determined by Dr. Jetty for each patient based on the anatomic region, the local anagen fraction, and treatment response. Rigid six-week chain protocols are not how FollicuLase is delivered.
By choosing FollicuLase, you are choosing a protocol engineered specifically for the hair you are trying to eliminate, performed by the physician who developed the technique.
Multi-pass stacked Nd:YAG delivery in a single visit. Long pulse Nd:YAG for bulk follicular heating, followed by FRAC3 short pulse for fractional dermal columns, with active surface cooling between every pass. Dr. Jetty escalates fluence as the skin tolerates and adds additional passes in hair-bearing zones until the protocol target is reached.
Hair follicles are only responsive to laser energy during anagen, the active growth phase, when the hair shaft contains melanin and is connected to the dermal blood supply. The percentage of follicles in anagen varies by anatomic region, with facial hair zones in hormonal patterns running 50 to 70 percent and body zones such as the axilla and bikini running 20 to 30 percent. FollicuLase intervals are calibrated to allow successive anagen cohorts to emerge between visits.
The Nd:YAG wavelength selectively targets the melanin chromophore in the hair shaft, generating photothermal damage to the follicle while sparing the surrounding skin. This is the foundational principle of laser hair removal, introduced by Anderson and Parrish in Science in 1983 and validated across decades of laser dermatology research.
The bulge region of the outer root sheath houses the follicular stem cell niche, identified by Cotsarelis and colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania. Permanent hair reduction requires inactivating these cells, which is why FollicuLase delivers thermal damage to the bulge directly. Nd:YAG hair removal efficacy in this setting has been validated in clinical studies by Goldberg, Galadari, Lapidoth, and others, particularly in Fitzpatrick four through six skin types where Nd:YAG is the published standard of care.
Polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hirsutism are characterized by androgen-driven conversion of vellus follicles to terminal follicles, with prolonged anagen and larger follicular bulbs. These biological features are precisely the targets that long pulse Nd:YAG and FRAC3 are designed to address.
Nd:YAG at 1064 nanometers has minimal epidermal melanin absorption compared to Alexandrite at 755 nanometers or diode at 810 nanometers, making it the safest laser wavelength for darker skin tones. Multiple peer-reviewed studies have established Nd:YAG as the standard of care for laser hair removal in Fitzpatrick four through six skin.
Cumulative photothermal damage delivered across multiple passes within a single visit, separated by active surface cooling. The stacking protocol exceeds what a single pass can deliver while maintaining the safety profile that defines Nd:YAG hair removal.
Most FollicuLase programs are completed in two to eight sessions, spaced from a few weeks to a few months apart, calibrated to the local hair growth cycle and the patient's response. Facial cycles run approximately four months. Axilla cycles run four to six months. Bikini approximately six months. Trunk and lower extremity cycles are longer.
FollicuLase combines selective photothermolysis, anagen-phase targeting, and bulge stem cell destruction in a multi-pass protocol designed to deliver permanent hair reduction in cases where standard laser hair removal has not.
PCOS, idiopathic hirsutism, post-hormone-therapy hair:
FollicuLase is calibrated for hair growth driven by androgen activity, where standard laser hair removal often fails to deliver sustained reduction. The multi-pass stacked Nd:YAG protocol addresses the prolonged anagen and larger follicular bulbs that characterize hormonal hair patterns.
Patients who have completed Alexandrite or diode courses elsewhere:
If you have already invested in a standard laser hair removal course without satisfactory results, FollicuLase delivers what single-modality laser missed. The combination of long pulse and FRAC3 attacks follicles from two complementary mechanisms.
Fitzpatrick IV-VI patients:
If you have been told you are not a candidate for laser hair removal because of your skin tone, FollicuLase is for you. Nd:YAG at 1064 nanometers is the safest laser wavelength for darker skin and is the published standard of care in this population.
FollicuLase is a specialty offering, not a routine product. Candidacy is reviewed by Dr. Jetty in consultation before any program begins.
At Princeton Aesthetics, your aesthetic journey matters as much as your results. Our practice is built around discretion, personalized care, and physician-led treatment for every FollicuLase visit.
FollicuLase is a proprietary protocol developed by Dr. Siva Teja Jetty, MD. Every session is performed by Dr. Jetty personally. The technique combines specific Nd:YAG modes, pass sequences, and cooling intervals that are not the factory default for any laser platform.
What sets Princeton Aesthetics apart is our commitment to individualized treatment plans. Under the guidance of Dr. Jetty, every FollicuLase program is calibrated to your hair pattern, skin type, hormonal context, and timeline.
FollicuLase is delivered on the Fotona SP Dynamis Pro, a dual-modality platform with long pulse Nd:YAG and FRAC3 short pulse Nd:YAG capability. The same platform powers FracLase, our skin renewal protocol, with calibration tuned specifically for hair removal in FollicuLase.
Care extends beyond the treatment room. Our team provides clear aftercare instructions after every FollicuLase visit and is available for any questions during your program.
At the conclusion of your FollicuLase program, Dr. Jetty reviews your response and advises on whether maintenance sessions are appropriate, particularly for patients with ongoing hormonal hair growth where biological drivers persist.
Our clinic is conveniently situated near Princeton Junction, easily accessible for patients across central New Jersey.
Plenty of on-site parking is available, making FollicuLase visits stress-free for patients commuting from anywhere in the region.
We proudly serve the communities of Princeton, Plainsboro, West Windsor, Lawrenceville, Hamilton, and the surrounding region.
Our experienced team is committed to delivering precise and customized FollicuLase care. Every aspect of your visit, from intake to aftercare, is designed around your specific needs.
Experience a personalized FollicuLase program designed around your specific hair pattern, skin type, and goals. No two FollicuLase programs are identical because no two patients are.
With FollicuLase, experience transformative hair removal results without the year-long rigid chain protocols typical of standard laser hair removal. The multi-pass stacked Nd:YAG protocol delivers efficient, physician-performed care calibrated for your case.
Princeton Aesthetics was founded by Dr. Jetty on a simple principle: every patient deserves a treatment plan built around their specific goals, anatomy, and needs — not a preset menu.
From laser resurfacing and skin tightening to body sculpting, hair restoration, and wellness treatments, we offer a complete range of services to address all your aesthetic needs under one roof — each designed with physician-level precision.
Whatever brings you here, Dr. Jetty personally oversees every protocol at our practice, ensuring the same clinical standards apply across every service we offer. Serving Princeton, New Jersey and surrounding communities from our Princeton Junction location.
At Princeton Aesthetics, our skin rejuvenation services go beyond mere treatments; they pamper your senses while revitalizing the health and appearance of your skin. Each session is an opportunity to indulge in luxury while achieving visible, lasting results, making our clinic the epitome of skincare excellence.
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