Customers sometimes call us in a panic a few days after visiting us. They still itch after the lice treatment! Itching is so common that we tell customers that they can itch for up to 6 weeks post-treatment. Why? Did we remove the lice or are they still infested? You are not still infested. Itching […]
Head lice can be an intimidating thing to deal with. We offer two treatment methods that will ensure that your family is lice free! Our first treatment is a saline comb out performed by our trained clinicians in our clinic. We use a saline solution to comb through every strand of hair in order […]
While a lot of people are social distancing lately, having social groups, jobs, and schools closed does not inhibit head lice from spreading! Head lice is being shared between family members and quarantine groups. Now as things open up and families start having vacations, meeting extended family members again, or beginning their sports clubs, head […]
Confused about the difference between a nit and an egg? Wondering what products we use at the clinic? Well, here’s a comprehensive list of lice terms! Louse (pl. lice) – the little bug that’s running havoc in your hair (fun fact: only about 50% of people with head lice will ever itch!) Nit – another […]
So, you’ve tried all the home remedies and over-the-counter treatments, yet you still can’t get rid of those little bugs plaguing your child’s hair. Now you’ve got an appointment at Knoxville Lice Clinic which specializes in getting rid of lice. You’re relieved that the end of the itching is near, but anxious of what crazy […]
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a lice removal clinician? Here are our answers to our most commonly asked questions from clients (and their kids!) about our job. What made you want to work here? Well, our reasons are many. Intrigue, a desire to help others or to do something a bit […]
Edit March 23, 2020 We have temporarily suspended in person services due to the Safer at Home edict put out by our mayor. In-person contact without social distancing, especially around a machine that blows air and germs, is currently not in the best interest of your family or our staff. We ask that you bear […]
Recently, we’ve had customers ask why we don’t do visual head lice checks in addition to our comb-out checking. The reason? Visual checks can miss a lot of things. The nits and lice are the same color if your hair is dyed and It can be hard to spot the few eggs/nits that are laid […]
Head lice is a huge concern during Halloween! Trying on costumes at the store, all the masks and wigs, sharing funny hats, these are all great ways to pass head lice around. We recommend a few simple ways to prevent lice this spooky season: Don’t try on head gear or costumes at the store. You […]