My general dermatologist told me she couldn't help me with treating my melasma. She said I may want to see a plastic surgeon. Should I look for another dermatologist or seek a plastic surgeon? I live in the greater Cleveland, Ohio area and am having a difficult time finding a doctor that can help me. I would greatly appreciate any advice. Thank you in advance.
Answer: Melasma treatments Greetings, please see below.Melasma is a condition which requires multiple steps and treatments to effectively improve the condition consistently over time. In our office, here are steps which are effective:
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Answer: Melasma treatments Greetings, please see below.Melasma is a condition which requires multiple steps and treatments to effectively improve the condition consistently over time. In our office, here are steps which are effective:
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January 25, 2018
Answer: Ways to treat melasma Dark pigmentation on the skin can be due to melasma, age spots, and sun damage. Melasma is a specific hormonally-influenced skin condition in which pigmentation is deposited by overactive pigment cells in your skin.
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January 25, 2018
Answer: Ways to treat melasma Dark pigmentation on the skin can be due to melasma, age spots, and sun damage. Melasma is a specific hormonally-influenced skin condition in which pigmentation is deposited by overactive pigment cells in your skin.
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January 25, 2015
Answer: Melasma Treatment Clinical Experts There is no question that board-certified Dermatologists and not Plastic Surgeons should be the experts that patients with melasma should seek out for clinical assistance. However, not all Dermatologists are comfortable or experienced in treatment melasma of patients of ethnic skin color. During your consultation with the clinician, you should ask to review before and after treatment photos of melasma patients of your skin type if available.
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January 25, 2015
Answer: Melasma Treatment Clinical Experts There is no question that board-certified Dermatologists and not Plastic Surgeons should be the experts that patients with melasma should seek out for clinical assistance. However, not all Dermatologists are comfortable or experienced in treatment melasma of patients of ethnic skin color. During your consultation with the clinician, you should ask to review before and after treatment photos of melasma patients of your skin type if available.
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March 2, 2015
Answer: Melasma Hello. Board certified dermatologists are the experts for treating Melasma.It is important to remember that as a patient, you need to ensure that you are doing your out most in preventing sun exposure. Otherwise, any positive reduction in the melasma will be negated, if you have any sun exposure and you are not wearing sunscreen and a hat on a regular basis.
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March 2, 2015
Answer: Melasma Hello. Board certified dermatologists are the experts for treating Melasma.It is important to remember that as a patient, you need to ensure that you are doing your out most in preventing sun exposure. Otherwise, any positive reduction in the melasma will be negated, if you have any sun exposure and you are not wearing sunscreen and a hat on a regular basis.
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