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If the lesion is truly a birthmark, micro dermabrasion, which is extremely superficial, will not be successful in removing the pigmentation. Stronger dermabrasion has its own risks and will not fully excise the lesion. I recommend an initial consultation with a dermatollgist for evaluation and then, if removal is indicated, referral to a plastic surgeon.
Birth marks usually have a deeper component within the skin. Microdermabrasion is a superficial type of treatment that is not usually done to remove birthmarks. However, if done aggressively with more suction and more passes you can make the microdermabrasion reach deeper. There are some microdermabrasion machines that are medical profession strength that can be used more aggressively. Lasers, actual excision of the mark, laser resurfacing, dermabrasion are other options.
First of all, the answer is NO. Microdermabrasion only treats the outermost layers of your skin. Secondly, you will require a diagnosis before treatment. If the lesion or birthmark is vascular (this means blood vessels, due to the fact that they are pink), then vascular lasers such as the 532, 595, or 755 nm lasers are possible means for improvement or removal. Regardless, most birthmarks will require multiple treatments, and test spots are recommended, especially on the legs. You really need to see a dermatologist for a diagnosis, before treatment. RegardsDr Davin Lim Laser Dermatologist, BRISBANEAustralia
We do a lot of re-surfacing for reduction /erasure of sun damage on the face. It helps with pores, texture, improves skin tone and generally "cleans" up the skin. We use Erbium, CO2, Fraxel and plasma lasers. We decide on a case by case basis to see which is the best for the individual...
Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...
There may be a senstivity to light that the doxycycline causes and they would then be concerned of you developing a reaction to the laser light. Other antibiotics can be prescribed that don’t do this, but the most commonly prescribed ones for acne are in the tetracycline family, as is...
Treating Different Types of Sun DamageDark Spots – If you are a patient who is interested in getting rid of dark spots on the face, chest, arms, hands or legs the Gentle Max Pro Alexandrite resurfacing treatment will quickly and easily eliminate them, leaving the skin clear and youthful. The n...
Each CO2 resurfacing thins the skin so after 2 CO2 resurfacings I would worry about thinning the skin further and delayed healing-I would not do it. Scar removal requires the production of new collagen deep in the dermis to plump and remodel facial scars. CO2 resurfacing just planes down the...
