I just came back from our free consultation, which was a complete joke, and I am so angry. My son has acne, and is feeling really bad about himself, so I decided to check out laser treatments. I... More

I just came back from our free consultation, which was a complete joke, and I am so angry. My son has acne, and is feeling really bad about himself, so I decided to check out laser treatments. I knew it would be expensive, but I at least thought that a real doctor would come in and examine my son before they asked for $8000 to treat him. I asked the "salesmen" who exactly he was, and if he really knew anything about the treatments. He said that he was the doctors assistant, and that he had worked with him for 15 years, he should know something about it. He was rude, and made me feel like I was being sold a used car. Even if the treatments work, I can't imagine doing business with a doctor that would have someone like that represent him. Get a clue LDI if you want people to respect you and give you their business, treat them like you value their business and at the very least have a doctor see the patient. I cannot image that this is the most ethical way a doctor can run his practice. I wonder what the medical board would say about a salesperson determining treatment. Pros: Not sure Cons: Sales Job
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Thanks city search for the reviews. I was going to make an appt to this place for a consultation but by reading the reviews I will take my time and money elsewhere. This place seems like a scam and... More

Thanks city search for the reviews. I was going to make an appt to this place for a consultation but by reading the reviews I will take my time and money elsewhere. This place seems like a scam and ripoff just like the other place i actually did goto Celibre. btw dont goto Celibre, that place is a scam too. Pros: Thanks citysearch for the reviews Cons: This place sounds awfule
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I recently went to the LDI Irvine facility and was sorely disappointed with the service! Many of the very poor reviews on here are absolutely correct! They do have someone in a suit (basically a... More

I recently went to the LDI Irvine facility and was sorely disappointed with the service! Many of the very poor reviews on here are absolutely correct! They do have someone in a suit (basically a car salesman - who has no clue about medicine or dermatology for that matter) come in first and try to find out what your problem is and tell you it's going to be very expensive - about $3500 per treatment, with multiple treatments being needed. The doctor may or may not come in depending on your concerns or questions. I'm sure they have lasers there and maybe they can fix dermatological problems, but they go about it the WRONG way. They have poor business and medical ethics and only want your money and make sure you are willing to pay up. I have absolutely no reason to write this poor review other than to warn others about this medical establishment. It is like going to a used car lot in downtown LA, the only difference is that these people are suppose to be medical professionals; it makes me sick - but I hope no one gets sick there, they would turn it into a sales pitch and charge you an arm and a leg. All I can say is, I hope you consumers out there can find other places of business to help you first before you decide to go here. And one more thing, I have a strong feeling that many of the positive reviews on here are made up by people who either work there or are friends or relatives of people who work there. There may be a few honest reviews that are good, but not many. Everyone I have talked to who has experience in going to LDI Irvine does not have many positive things to say about it, other than it's expensive and they only treat you good if you have the money to spend - or are willing to be suckered into it. If you don't believe the reviews, find out for yourself. Good luck. Cons: A medical establishment solely focused on the sale!
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I too have been here for treatments. Excellent treatments and customer service. I paid only $3,000 for my entire package so I don't know what people are talking about. Maybe they just had really... More

I too have been here for treatments. Excellent treatments and customer service. I paid only $3,000 for my entire package so I don't know what people are talking about. Maybe they just had really really super bad skin. I am totally clear of my zits and I will be going back for some more laser treatments. I checked out their skin resurfacing lasers online and decided that the lasers they have are less painful and looks like it achieves much better results so I will going back for those to clear some scarring. I did 3 laser treatments and some topical ointments. I got clear literally in 2 weeks. Lucky for me I got it fast before I got too many scars. I found out that Asian skin scars really bad, but the good news is that Dr. Rispler told me that Asian people are less likely to get skin cancer. I feel great and my skin has never looked better. I chose LDI because no one else had all the advanced medicine and lasers. I needed real professional help from a dermatologist. Also, the price is right. The other consultations I went to did the same thing. Most places talked to me about pricing upfront to see if it was something I could afford because you have to fork the bill. My parents have great insurance and even they said that zits aren't covered by them...in their words "acne is not a deadly disease." Ummm...yeah, then why does it make you so sad and depressed. Don't get me started on that. I also went to other dermatology offices that don't tell you how much anything costs and tell you that it will be an ongoing process which means a ton of doctor visits. Who's got time for that? DO THE MATH. Well, I rather know how much this whole thing is gonna cost and that the Doctor visits are all included. Plus those simple type of dermatologists didn't have any lasers. Lasers are good and I got quick results. I have read online that other meds take up to a year to work. No thanks...I got school soon and I need to look good. Pros: Clear of Zits Cons: None
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STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!!! The will make unreasonable promises that will NEVER EVER come true. I am a real LDI customer who spent thousands of dollars on there treatments...here's my story. I... More

STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!!! The will make unreasonable promises that will NEVER EVER come true. I am a real LDI customer who spent thousands of dollars on there treatments...here's my story. I signed up for four laser treatments in 2008 at a whoping 8K which according to them is a deal...when I tried to cancel they said I had signed a contract and owed them $1500 for a lousy 30 second treatment that they have you do intially so that in case you do decide to back out they can charge you for it plus another $1500 administration fee. It got to the point where there Beverly Hills lawyer got involved and forced me to either go thru with the treatments or pay them 3K. In protest, I went thru with all treatments which were extremely painful and cost me several days of work after every treatment because you look like s BURN VICTIM(seriously). It would take forever to heal and now after over a year my skin is back to what is was...with very little to no improvements(oily skin, breakouts, pimples, etc.) Save your money and consult with your doctor who will recommend you to a a dermatologist..it will save you money and the results will be better because your given alternatives instead of LASERS that rip your skin off and do not heal anything except for minor scars. If you have acne the four treatments WILL NOT help you...believe me and everyone on this site. This place will treat you like the cats meow when you first arrive...after they scam you of your money, your nothing but a pain in there BEHIND and they can't wait to kick you out the door.......BUT NOT before you spend more money on there medicines, lotions, creams, sun blocks and hair gels which may I remind you are NOT INCLUDED in the expensive contract......OF COURSE!!! You are a FOOL if you subscribe to there theory that lasers will be the solution to all your problems...I call BS!!!! LDI DOES NOT CARE ABOUT THERE CUSTOMERS AND WILL MAKE YOU SIGN WHAT IS CALLED "ARBIRATION FORM" BECAUSE THEY KNOW FULL WELL THAT MOST IF NOT EVERYONE OF THERE CLIENTEL WILL NOT BE SATISFIED WITH THERE OVERPRICED SERVICES AND LOUSY STAFF...THIS WAY THEY WIN BECAUSE YOU END UP IN A COURT WERE THEY SAY YOU SIGNED A CONTRACT WHICH, ACCORDING TO THEM, CLEARLY STATES THERE IS ONLY A 20-30% IMPROVEMENT IN SCARS....BUT THEY WILL NEVER MENTION THE FACT THAT YOUR SKIN WILL BE BACK TO IT'S OLD SELF AFTER A YEAR DURING THERE SALES PITCH BECAUSE IT IS NOT TO THERE BENEFIT. LDI ARE A BUNCH OF MONEY HUNGRY SWITCH AND BATE CON'S!!! SOME DAY DR RISPLER(or ripper as in rip you off) AND HIS STAFF WILL GET THERE'S...IF THERE IS A HELL, IM SURE THEY WILL ALL BE THERE. Pros: BAD SERVICE, POOR RESULTS Cons: EXPENSIVE AND DEFENITELY NOT WORTH IT
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hi, my name is Demi, I had suffered from acne breakouts every month. I was left with acne scars, and pock marks. I never knew that if I picked my pimples that it would leave me with scars. I went... More

hi, my name is Demi, I had suffered from acne breakouts every month. I was left with acne scars, and pock marks. I never knew that if I picked my pimples that it would leave me with scars. I went to Dr. Rispler at this laser and dermatology institute, because my mother got her face lasered for her wrinkles. Her results were beautiful, so she took me to the same Doctor. He really took care of me like a daughter, and I am so grateful. After just 3 treatments, even one of the cutest boys in my class asked me to the prom, and all the girls were jealous! I never ever told them I was getting treatments, they never even knew it. The best part is that there was no downtime for me, and none of the treatments hurt. I am just so grateful for this dermatologist,and I will recommend him to everyone I know. THANK YOU!!!
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I went to the Irvine location last Friday for a consulation. I have mild acne and some acne scarring I was looking to get treated. Traditional treatments take a long time and cause alot of... More

I went to the Irvine location last Friday for a consulation. I have mild acne and some acne scarring I was looking to get treated. Traditional treatments take a long time and cause alot of unpleasant drying effects. I read alot about laser acne treatments online before going, so I had some idea of what treatment would be like, but I expected to actually meet with a doctor. Instead they have you meet with a fast-talking salesman. He talked so fast that I don't even remember his name...he said is so fast. He sat on the other side of the room from me, very far away from my face and instantly said that it usually takes at least 3 treatments...Ok...I asked him to tell me what those would be like, what kinds of lasers, down time, post care. He stopped me there started to discuss pricing. He said one treatment would be about $3k, 3 treatments $4500, and to look really "wow" as he put it, about $8-10k. Well, sorry, I'm not going to agree to treatment until I know all the details. I understand sales (I'm a sales rep too!) but when it comes to a serious and expensive medical procedure, I personally would prefer consulation by the actual doctor doing the treatment. I want to do laser treatments, but I am going to continue looking for a center with a little bit less of a sales pitch, and more attention to the actual medical aspects of laser treatment. Pros: ? Cons: vague information, not enough info to make educated decision
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Ok, so I finished my back and neck acne, starting with some help from ziana. Besides being called the miracle stuff. I went for my back and neck laser treatment, and I have taken photos of my back... More

Ok, so I finished my back and neck acne, starting with some help from ziana. Besides being called the miracle stuff. I went for my back and neck laser treatment, and I have taken photos of my back and neck. This stuff really works. I had major problems "genetically" I had acne full on my face and my back and neck, now my neck and back are all done, and this is the follow up I written from 3 months ago. I am almost all completed. My face acne never came back, now I have just two more treatments to go, and I am so sure that I don't even need to go back. It worked so fast on me, it is the best thing that ever happened to me. Pros: discreet, and private, patients have strict confidentiality Cons: nothing
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I shopped around and found that LDI costs the same as any where else so don't buy the BS that other places offer the samething for cheaper prices. It's totally not the same service. The Doctor is... More

I shopped around and found that LDI costs the same as any where else so don't buy the BS that other places offer the samething for cheaper prices. It's totally not the same service. The Doctor is always at this office and is very experienced. Dude sometimes the Doctor has to like control. You know. They are a genuine medical practice and has great services and the lasers were really quick and painless. I did laser treatments for acne and acne scars. It was totally easy and it worked. The staff is cool and really easy to get along with. Just beautiful peeps. I would say that only bad thing about this place is that I had to wait like 3 weeks at a time to get my next laser. i don't know whether its because my face had to recover. They said it was necessary but like I never had any burning or redness...I mean my friends didn't even know I was doing lasers. I also threw away all the stupid stuff that i bought before to fix my acne and acne scars. Dude total waste of money there. Don't need them anymore. The only other problem was yeah it was not that cheap. But like I said still cost the same at other places too. Oh and by the way you get what you pay for. This place had the best track record for years. Hope this really helps. Pros: Nice Service
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I have to agree with all the 5 star and positive reviews. LDI offers an amazing service. I too have been a victim of the dreadful acne and remnants of the scars caused by it. After 5 laser... More

I have to agree with all the 5 star and positive reviews. LDI offers an amazing service. I too have been a victim of the dreadful acne and remnants of the scars caused by it. After 5 laser treatments, I am almost 100% clean and clear. Acne was a constant battle for me. I have no regrets coming to LDI and I do not agree that it is an expensive service. It is priced within reach and the benefits are worth a tremendous amount more. LDI has a great staff that is attentive and professional. Doctor Rispler truly pays attention to your treatment regimen and customizes to the tee based on what seems to be a plethora of experience. LDI is a paradigm of the true medical laser clinic. It is not a mom and pop shop that buys a laser and says it works. You would be putting yourself in great hands at LDI. I can stand by that statement 100% and would refer all my friends and family to the best treatments for acne and acne scars in the world. Not to sound all positive and such, I too have a complaint in regards to the hours of operation of this office. They do not open on the weekend. It is kind of annoying because I work all week and the only time I really have is the weekends. It's like going to Chick Filet and they are closed on Sundays. I hope LDI you read this and decide to open on Saturdays at least. I am sure a lot of people would love to be able to come in on the weekends and you can definitely increase your traffic, not that you need it. Just a suggestion. Nonetheless, I greatly appreciate that Doctor Rispler is always on top of the whole dermatology world. I would not want to trust my skin to anybody else. Thank you to the staff at LDI and a very warm thank you to Doctor Rispler. Pros: Services Worked Cons: Hours of Operation
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