Head lice infestations are a fact of life with 6 to 12 million cases a year reported in the U.S. alone according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). If you’re a parent, you should know that the vast majority of these cases are children aged 3 to 11. Learn more about our professional treatment process and how we eliminate lice in a single visit.
WHAT ARE HEAD LICE?
They are parasitic insects about the size of a sesame seed that feed on blood under your scalp. They exist in three growth stages with the first, of course, being an egg. Lice eggs are known as nits, and they are securely attached to the base of hair strands close to the warm scalp where the heat incubates them and provides a convenient food source after they hatch. Upon hatching, they’re called nymphs, and after about 9 to 12 days, they are considered adult lice.
HOW ARE LICE SPREAD?
Lice are primarily spread through direct physical contact. This will typically require head-to-head contact or at least the hair of an infested person touching the hair of another. Lice can’t fly or jump, but they have 6 legs that are specially made for grabbing on to and moving along human hair.
It’s also possible for lice to spread by someone wearing the hats or scarves of an infested person or by using their comb, hairbrush or headphones. For this reason, it becomes important to know how long lice can live when they’re not on a person’s scalp. Check out our related article on Beyond the Buzz: Unpacking Effective Head Lice Removal for more information.
HOW LONG CAN LICE LIVE WITHOUT FOOD?
Lice are very vulnerable if they’ve fallen off their particular human host. They need to be near the rich food source of the human scalp where they regularly feed off the blood underneath. Nits that become detached from their hair strand typically die without ever hatching since they need the heat and moisture in the environment near the scalp to incubate.
Adult lice can’t survive for more than about 24 hours on a nonhuman surface such as clothing, helmets, hats, carpets, furniture or hair accessories. While 24 hours is not long, it’s possible that lice can be picked up by someone who comes into contact with the contaminated surface during this time. If you’ve detected head lice on one or more of your children, beyond seeking head lice treatment for them, you should wash any of their clothing, pillowcases, hair accessories or any other items used or worn on or near the head. Isolate, by putting in a plastic bag, any items that can’t be laundered. They should be kept in the bag for more than 24 hours just to be sure.
EFFECTIVE HEAD LICE REMOVAL.
Taking the steps to kill any lice that may be lingering around the house will be for naught if you don’t also handle the lice on your infested loved one. Lice have grown resilient over the years to the toxins used in so many over-the-counter lice shampoos, so these are not very effective anymore. You need to be sure that any head lice removal process you try is guaranteed to eliminate all the lice and their nits. A couple missed nits or female lice and the whole problem will start right back up again. If you are in the area, learn more about our Sanatoga lice treatment services.
Fortunately, if you live in the Montgomery County, Pennsylvania area, we have a perfect solution to the problem of head lice. Simply bring any family members you feel may have lice to Lice Lifters of Montgomery County. Our certified lice technicians will begin with a lice head check to make sure that they do have lice. If it’s confirmed, then we start with a thorough comb-out utilizing a special lice comb and follow this up with the application of a 100 percent safe and all-natural killing solution that’s effective against the lice and their nits.
We provide a kid-friendly environment and can treat all of your infested family members at the same time so you’re in and out quickly. Best of all, our head lice treatment is completed in a single visit, and it’s guaranteed to be effective. Please contact us today, so we can schedule your lice head check at your earliest convenience! If you’re ready to take action, book your appointment at Lice Lifters of Montgomery County today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if I need professional lice treatment?
If over-the-counter treatments have not worked, if the infestation keeps coming back, or if you simply want the problem resolved quickly and effectively, professional treatment is a great option. Our clinics use proven methods that eliminate lice and nits in a single visit.
Q: What makes professional treatment different from store-bought products?
Professional treatment uses specialized tools and techniques that are far more thorough than what is available over the counter. Our trained technicians perform a detailed comb-out to remove every louse and nit. Store-bought products often fail against resistant super lice. Families near Evansburg can also visit our lice treatment near Evansburg page for local details.
Q: How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most of our locations offer same-day or next-day appointments. We understand that lice are stressful and time-sensitive, so we do our best to accommodate urgent requests. Call your nearest location for current availability.
Q: Is the treatment safe and non-toxic?
Yes, our treatment is completely non-toxic and pesticide-free. We use an all-natural solution that is safe for children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers. The AAP recommends avoiding harsh chemical lice treatments whenever possible.
Q: What is included in the 30-day guarantee? We also offer head lice treatment in Plymouth Meeting for nearby families.
Our 30-day guarantee means that if lice return within 30 days of your treatment, we will re-treat you at no additional charge. This guarantee applies as long as you follow the aftercare instructions provided by your technician.