How to remove a pigmented birthmark on cheek?

I have a birthmark on my right cheek. I don't know what kind of birthmark is that but it looks like a pigmentation. How can I remove it?

2 answers to “How to remove a pigmented birthmark...”

A: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

    The only safe method to remove a large pigmented lesion is for a total excision. For this you should see a board certified plastic surgeon or a dermatologist who concentrates on facial surgery. It is important that you have a pathologic diagnosis.       With the... more

A: Pigmented lesions of teh face

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Generally, large or changing pigmented lesions should be removed and examined by a pathologist. IT is best to remove them entirely in one setting if possible. IF not, the alternatives are to remove them in stages or with use of reconstructive techniques.

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dianne
152 posts
21 Oct 2009

Hi Sabrinaz,

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