I have melasma on both of my jawlines. It is flat, reddish brown and painful. It's been here for 2 weeks. I saw a dentist and my doctor and they don't know what's going on. I had labs and MRI and they were normal. I'm assuming it's melasma. Can melasma be painful?
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Answer: Melasma Treatment -- Best Treatment Is Clear + Brilliant, Aerolase, Erbium, Microneedling/PRP, Peels, Cosmelan
Yes, when I do laser the eyes, I go right up to the lid margin, and if the upper lids are done, swelling is universally seen. Sleeping with a few pillows can help, but time an some ice can definitely help. Don't bend down too often, swelling subsides by day 5. If you have any concerns, you can...
Thank you for your question nguyet pham. Melasma is a condition characterized by dark patched on the skin. Common areas affected include the cheeks, forehead, and upper lip. Topical products used include hydroquinone, tretinoin, kojic acid, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, lactic acid, vitamins C...
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...