Lice Specialists Mililani HI

Find Lice Specialists in Mililani, HI. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Mililani, HI.

Local Businesses

Access Medical Clinics

(808) 627-0330
95-1249 Meheula Pkwy Ste 129
Mililani, HI 96789


Feria Antonio M Jr

(808) 432-0000
Moanalua Medical Ctr
Mililani, HI 96789


A Caring Dental Office

(808) 623-2871
95-390 Kuahelani Ave
Mililani, HI 96789


Bellanca Paul M

(808) 623-9881
Mililani Shopping Ctr
Mililani, HI 96789


Carlos Omphroy

(808) 625-5577
95-1249 Meheula Prkwy Suite B6
Mililani, HI 96789


Cho Jonathan K

(808) 627-9788
95-720 Lanikuhana Ave Ste 140
Mililani, HI 96789


Dental -Tex International

(808) 625-6444
95-1249 Meheula Pkwy
Mililani, HI 96789


Baliad Val

(808) 625-6444
95-1249 Meheula Pkwy Ste 187
Mililani, HI 96789


Fujimoto Staphe T Dds Inc

(808) 625-6333
95-720 Lanikuhana Ave Ste 230
Mililani, HI 96789


U.S. Dermatology Of Hawaii – Dr. Alex Carcamo

808-674-4345
1001 Kamokila Boulevard, Suite 181
Mililani, HI 96789


Cheng Ernest D

(808) 625-6223
95-1249 Meheula Pkwy Ste 138
Mililani, HI 96789


Dental Arts Llc

(808) 625-6300
95-720 Lanikuhana Ave Ste 290
Mililani, HI 96789


Baysa Robert A

(808) 625-6300
95-720 Lanikuhana Ave Ste 290
Mililani, HI 96789


Gardner Sheryl P

(808) 625-5277
95-1249 Meheula Pkwy Ste 127
Mililani, HI 96789


Lice Specialists FAQ in Mililani, HI

Does hairspray prevent lice?

Hairspray makes it harder for the louse to grab hold. The smell of hairspray and the use of solvents (sad but true) in them can also deter creepy crawlies from finding their way in. Not to mention that if you’re tying longer hair back, you’ve got a double whammy.

Is rubbing alcohol good for lice?

However, rubbing alcohol is not an FDA-approved treatment for head lice. Nor has it been proven to have any effect on head lice. One of the most common uses of rubbing alcohol is as a disinfectant. It’s often used in the medical field to sterilize surgical tools, and clean skin before injections or blood draws.

How do you tell how long you’ve had lice?

Infestation timeline So if you look on the scalp and see no visible adult lice and several small nits, it’s likely that you’ve caught lice in the earlier stages and had them for less than 2 weeks. Nits and nymphs: 1.5 to 2 weeks. If you see nits and small, moving lice, you’ve likely had lice for 1.5 to 2 weeks.

Does shaving get rid of lice?

Shaving Will Not Get Rid of Lice. The reason shaving will not work is because lice live on the base of the hair, and on the scalp. The nits are laid right at the base of the hair oftentimes against the scalp. Shaving will not get close enough to make an impact on the lice and nits.

How do you permanently remove lice and eggs from hair?

Spinosad (Natroba). Spinosad is approved for adults and children age 6 months and older. It can be applied to dry hair and rinsed with warm water after 10 minutes. It kills lice and nits and usually doesn’t need repeated treatment.

How do I clean my house after lice?

Wash items on a hot water cycle and dry on high heat for at least twenty minutes. The heated wash and dry will remove and kill any lice left. Carpets, mattresses, and flooring can simply be vacuumed and cleaned with everyday cleaning products.

What happens if lice gets left untreated?

Untreated head lice may degrade the scalp and affects it health and that of the hair. If the follicles become blocked, then hair loss may occur. It is hard to have well-conditioned hair if it is covered in head lice eggs, lice and bacteria.

What naturally keeps lice away?

Coconut, tea tree oil, lavender, eucalyptus, rosemary, lemon grass, and peppermint are scents popularly believed to repel lice. Using any coconut scented shampoo and conditioner is an easy way to increase your defense.

Do lice go into ears?

You can find head lice on the scalp, neck, and ears.

Why does my daughter keep getting nits?

There are two reasons for a recurrent lice infestation: The lice treatment you used didn’t work. You or someone in your family came in contact with lice again.

What does hydrogen peroxide do to lice?

The recommended treatment is a concentration of 1500 ppm hydrogen peroxide for 20 min, and this has been reported to remove from 85 to 100% of the mobile stages of sea lice (Thomassen, 1993) (defined as preadult and adults (Schram, 1993)).

What time of year is lice common?

The peak season for lice infestation is August through October and again in January. Head lice are tiny parasitic insects that feed on human blood. Lice come in three forms: nits (eggs), nymphs (baby lice), and adults. Nits are white or yellowish-brown and about the size of a poppy seed.

What soap kills lice?

If you’ve tried over the counter lice treatments recently and feel it’s not effective, try alternative methods: Apply mineral or olive oil to hair, leave on 30 minutes, wash out with Dawn dish soap. Apply white vinegar, leave on 30 minutes, rinse out.