Birthmark Removal

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Birthmark Removal Cost $1,400 average cost
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Updated 13 months ago

Fraxel Repair Day 3 - So Far So Good - La Jolla, CA

birdienumnum 1 post
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Spent: $1,000 in La Jolla, CA
I just had Fraxel Repair done on 6/7. I also had two other lasers, V beam and Gentle YAG, done at the same time on the same area to treat a red birthmark on most of the right side of my face. I was pretty swollen (I was bleeding some and oozing too) right after and the day after the surgery,... more »
Created 13 months ago

Life Changing!!! - San Francisco, CA

Erin3919 2 posts
Worth It
Spent: $525 in San Francisco, CA
My birthmark was located on my right shoulder. The first treatment I was so nervous that I thought I needed a Valium. It was over with a couple of zaps. It took about 3 minutes to do the area. It was a bit larger than a siver dollar. Since I had numbing cream on, the slight burning sensation... more »
Created 13 months ago

Birthmark Removal - Oakville, ON

pookielovesparties 1 post
Worth It
Spent: $2,500 in Oakville, ON
I was scared to be left with scarring if I went with a regular MD so I chose to leave it to the pros. She is a great doctor, very kind and very professional. I was actually in an appointment with her husband who is a dermatologist and she came in and said that it would be a better idea to have... more »
Updated 22 months ago

IPL Worked on Birthmarks the First Time but Now Doctor Can't Find the Right Settings

5881anon 1 post
Not Sure
Spent: $250 in Cleveland, OH
I have several large birthmarks characteristic of a disease called neurofibromatosis. After trying for five years with q-switch lasers and not getting any results, my doctor tried an IPL. The first time he used it on a test area, the results were amazing. The birthmark disappeared. I was... more »
Updated 22 months ago

Birthmark Removed, a Little Lighter but Still There After 5 Laser Treatments - Newburgh, NY

Karen Milton 1 post
Not Sure
Spent: $1,100 in Newburgh, NY
I have hated a birthmark on my leg that I had since birth, after 5 laser treatments the birthmark is still quite visible, I'm trying to decide if it is worth spending more money to continue treatments. more »
Updated 26 months ago

Excellent Results Removing Brown Birthmark - Memphis

Female2000 1 post
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Spent: $4,000 in Memphis, TN
Excellent results in removing a brown birthmark. Would highly recommend this doctor and procedure to others. Took several treatments to fully remove the birthmark. The doctor was kind enough to give me a discount. I would highly recommend him and this treatment. more »
Updated 30 months ago

Great Results on Birthmarks and Capillaries (Vbeam)

hannah231 1 post
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Spent: $300 in New york
I had this done three times to remove a red birthmark from my face. The doctor also zapped a couple broken capillaries while she was at it. It was not painful at all. I paid $300 per session. I couldn't be happier with the results. For birthmarks, capillaries, or acne scars, this is a... more »
Birthmark Removal: was it worth it?

Birthmark Removal Information

Birthmarks, or nevi, can be often be discreet and fade over time without treatment, however some birthmarks are permanent and unsightly, creating cosmetic concerns for those affected. Some birthmarks may even serve as indicators of underlying health issues.

Two main types of birthmarks include:

  • Vascular birthmarks
  • Pigmented birthmarks

Vascular birthmarks, such as hemangiomas, macular stains, or port wine stains, are the result of abnormal blood vessels.

Pigmented birthmarks, such as moles, Mongolian spots, or café au lait marks, are the result of pigmentation inconsistencies.


Birthmark causes

A birthmark, as its name suggests, is a marking on the skin that is present at birth or appears shortly thereafter. Although the exact cause of these skin irregularities is unknown, some speculate that the cause is an abnormal event that takes place in the cells during embryonic development.

Birthmark treatment

Although most birthmarks are harmless, many dermatologists recommend getting them checked to ensure there isn't an underlying disorder. It may be necessary to treat a vascular birthmark if it:

  • Bleeds

  • Interferes with normal activity
  • Causes dissatisfaction with your appearance

Treating a birthmark typically involves some form of light therapy or laser treatment. The Q-switched laser, pulsed dye laser, and IPL treatment, are often popular birthmark removal options.

The cost of birthmark treatment varies depending on the size of the birthmark. Multiple treatments may be needed to remove or diminish a birthmark. Dermatologists often suggest doing a “test spot” birthmark treatment, which means treating a small area of the birthmark to see how it responds prior to scheduling a series of laser treatments.

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