I have been through 6 sessions one every month. The had dark patches on my cheeks and forehead.The doctor here recommended a series of treatments using the spectra laser.Before the laser a hydra facial was done to clean and exfoliate the skin.Melasma is still there but they said it takes time.It looks lighter but I’m not sure.If the darker patches got lighter shouldn’t the lighter ones have disappeared altogether? Just worried.Im not sure if I should continue or stop.
Answer: Treatment of Melasma Dark spots on the skin are caused by sun UV exposure, hormonal load, birth control pills, and genetics. If you’re thinking about dark spot correction or melasma correction, you would be best advised to start with creams that control the production of melanin before starting lasers or chemical peels. I recommend Melarase creams first for pigment correction, followed by a protocol of lasers, chemical peels, exfoliation, IPL, and pulsed dye laser.
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Answer: Treatment of Melasma Dark spots on the skin are caused by sun UV exposure, hormonal load, birth control pills, and genetics. If you’re thinking about dark spot correction or melasma correction, you would be best advised to start with creams that control the production of melanin before starting lasers or chemical peels. I recommend Melarase creams first for pigment correction, followed by a protocol of lasers, chemical peels, exfoliation, IPL, and pulsed dye laser.
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Answer: Melasma treatments Hello, there are more effective treatments. 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 Hello, there are more effective treatments. 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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February 4, 2018
Answer: Hyperpigmentation -- Clear+Brilliant/Venus Viva, Chemical Peels, Cosmelan, Salt Facial, Aerolase YAG, Hydroquinone spectra does VERY LITTLE for melasma you need cosmelan peels combined with the right skin care, bio c masks, microneedling/prp and clear and brilliant. I suggest you see an expert in pigmentation. Best, Dr. Emer.
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February 4, 2018
Answer: Hyperpigmentation -- Clear+Brilliant/Venus Viva, Chemical Peels, Cosmelan, Salt Facial, Aerolase YAG, Hydroquinone spectra does VERY LITTLE for melasma you need cosmelan peels combined with the right skin care, bio c masks, microneedling/prp and clear and brilliant. I suggest you see an expert in pigmentation. Best, Dr. Emer.
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March 4, 2018
Answer: Melasma and lasers- see a Board Certified Dermatologist... Please. Respectfully, I wil have to disagree with this statement regarding lasers- the CORRECT laser in the correct setting by a Specialist can improve but not cure melasma. Need to step up to have a session every 14 -16 days, if you can see a laser dermatologist for advice. Melasma is a very common cause of skin pigmentation. It can not be completely cured, however effective treatment are possible. This is because your skin is extremely sensitive to UV and even the smallest amount can stimulate your pigment cells to produce colour. The mainstay of treatment is strict UV protection- hats, sunglasses and SPF every 4 hours. This forms the foundation of all treatments.
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March 4, 2018
Answer: Melasma and lasers- see a Board Certified Dermatologist... Please. Respectfully, I wil have to disagree with this statement regarding lasers- the CORRECT laser in the correct setting by a Specialist can improve but not cure melasma. Need to step up to have a session every 14 -16 days, if you can see a laser dermatologist for advice. Melasma is a very common cause of skin pigmentation. It can not be completely cured, however effective treatment are possible. This is because your skin is extremely sensitive to UV and even the smallest amount can stimulate your pigment cells to produce colour. The mainstay of treatment is strict UV protection- hats, sunglasses and SPF every 4 hours. This forms the foundation of all treatments.
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March 4, 2018
Answer: No lasers for Melasma Thank you for your question. According to the recent recommendations of European Society for Lasers and Energy Based Devices( ESLD ) Melasma shouldn't be treated by lasers as it will give temporary improvement for the patient ..later the Melasma would come back larger and darker. I would recommend for the Melasma to be treated with Chemical peels that contain Hydroquinone or Kojic Acid like Amelan or Cosmelan that will work to inhibit the pathway of melanin synthesis( that results in the pigmentation of the Melasma) and therefore control of the Melasma.
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March 4, 2018
Answer: No lasers for Melasma Thank you for your question. According to the recent recommendations of European Society for Lasers and Energy Based Devices( ESLD ) Melasma shouldn't be treated by lasers as it will give temporary improvement for the patient ..later the Melasma would come back larger and darker. I would recommend for the Melasma to be treated with Chemical peels that contain Hydroquinone or Kojic Acid like Amelan or Cosmelan that will work to inhibit the pathway of melanin synthesis( that results in the pigmentation of the Melasma) and therefore control of the Melasma.
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