Treatment For Lice Thousand Oaks CA

Find top doctors who perform Treatment For Lice in Thousand Oaks, CA. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Thousand Oaks, CA.

Local Businesses

Bruce Daniels

(805) 778-0845
115 Jensen Court
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Center For Dermatology

(805) 497-1694
535 Miller Ave
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Andrew John Kaufman

805-497-1694
267 W Hillcrest Dr
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Azar, Kouros – Azar Kouros

(805) 373-7073
275 Magnolia Avenue
Thousand Oaks, CA 91358


Lipman, David

805-988-8119
267 W Hillcrest Dr
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Christopher Costanzo

805-373-9919
2190 Lynn Rd Ste 380
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Richard Hodnett

(805) 777-8956
Suite 200 115 Jensen Court
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Julian Garcia

(805) 497-1694
267 W Hillcrest Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Kaufman, Andrew J – Center For Dermatology

(805) 497-1694
267 W Hillcrest Dr, #2
Thousand Oaks, CA 91358


Cosmetic Aesthetic & Anti Aging Medical Center

1-805-495-6411
223 East Thousand Oaks Boulevard
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Michael Ciano

(805) 497-8411
Suite 310 2190 Lynn Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Michael G. Bodnar

(805) 497-7529
227 W Janss Rd Ste 230
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Cosmetic Aesthetic

(805) 486-1966
165 Rowland Way Ste 308
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Bruce Sand

805-358-0549
2955 E Hillcrest Dr Ste 121
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362


Karmell Ralph M

(805) 497-7529
227 W Janss Rd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91358


Skin-Apeel Skin Care Micrdermabrasion

(888) 245-6767
3136 Black Hills Ct
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362


Bodnar, Michael G – Conejo Dermatology Med Group

(805) 497-7529
227 W Janss Rd, #230
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Michael G Bodnar

(805) 497-7529
227 W Janss Rd – Ste 230
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Christopher Costanzo Inc

(805) 373-9919
7 N Knoll Rd Ste 1
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Jeffrey Tseng

(805) 496-8103
2220 Lynn Rd109
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360


Treatment For Lice FAQ in Thousand Oaks, CA

Do you need to change bedding if you have nits?

It’s essential to wash all bedding after a head lice treatment. The heat from a hot water cycle will ensure that no surviving lice can find a host again. Keep in mind that anything on the bed could be infected if the louse crawled around.

Can you treat lice yourself?

Self-care. Whether you use nonprescription or prescription shampoo to kill lice, much of the treatment involves self-care steps you can take at home. These include making sure all the nits are removed and that all clothing, bedding, personal items and furniture are free of lice.

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.

What can I spray on furniture for lice?

Description. Nix out lice. From the #1 pediatrician-recommended lice removal brand*, Nix Lice & Bed Bug Killing Spray for Home will kill lice and bed bugs and is effective for up to 4 weeks. It’s easy to use – simply spray on affected areas such as bedding and furniture.

Can you reuse a lice comb?

A metal nit comb can be reused if washed and boiled. Remember the key to successful lice treatment is complete removal of ALL nits. to help in nit removal includes Clear, Step 1 and mayonnaise. Soak combs and brushes for one hour in a pediculicide lice shampoo or five to ten minutes in hot water (130 degrees).

Why is lice such a big deal?

Head lice are annoying, but they’re not dangerous and they don’t spread disease. They’re not a sign of poor hygiene — head lice need blood and they don’t care whether it’s from someone who’s clean or dirty. It’s best to treat head lice right away to prevent them from spreading.

Why do adults not get lice?

Adults are not immune to head lice. In fact, if you have any close contact with children or even parents of children you can be at risk of catching them if they have them. Lice transfer primarily through head to head contact, so you would have to get close to the other person.

Where do lice come from before humans?

Although there is a very slight possibility that you could get lice from an inanimate object, such as a brush or a pillow case, almost all cases of head lice occur through direct head to head contact with someone who is infested.

What hair types are prone to lice?

There is no specific hair type that lice prefer. All lice need is a clean strand of hair to attach to. It doesn’t matter the thickness, the length, if it’s been colored, if it’s straight, or if it’s curly. It has been found that people with longer hair tend to report getting lice.

Will hair grow back after lice?

Answer: Hair loss from lice Once the lice is treated and you stop itching hair will grow back. However, if you have hair loss from another condition (in addition to the head lice), hair might not grow back as easily. Be sure to see your physician to determine exactly how many reasons for hair loss you might have.

How do you get rid of lice overnight?

Smothering agents: There are several common home products that may kill lice by depriving them of air and smothering them. These products include petroleum jelly (Vaseline), olive oil, butter, or mayonnaise. Any of these products may be applied to the scalp and hair, covered with a shower cap, and left on overnight.