How can I treat a Port Wine Stain (vascular birthmark)?

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A: Port Wine Stains are effectively treated with Pulse Dye Laser

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
By Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Each laser wavelength targets a specific chromophore. For vascular birthmarks, we use a laser known as pulse-dye to target the red color in blood. This effectively removes the vascular birthmark. Although, the depth of the birthmark may be superficial or deep, the majority of these lesions can be removed with... more

A: The best way to treat a port wine stain is with a pulsed...

Jordana S. Gilman, MD
By Jordana S. Gilman, MD - Manhattan Dermatologic surgeon

The best way to treat a port wine stain is with a pulsed dye laser. This type of laser specifically targets the red pigment of the blood, targeting the stain and not the skin. Depending on the size and location of the port wine stain, you may need multiple treatments and you may be able to get close to 100%... more

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