How do I remove a small Cherry Angioma on my face when radio frequency and IPL didn't work? (Photo)

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I've had a small Cherry Angioma on my forehead for 5 years. I thought it was a pimple till i picked it! It's slightly raised, which I could live with if the color was gone! I went to a Derm a year ago and she first tried to cauterize it. It didn't do anything, not even scab. Ended up going in 4 times & tried radio frequency, IPL x 2, & it did nothing! So my question is, what WILL actually remove the color? Or remove it completely? I am 35, light skinned, blue eyes, blonde hair too.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis.  We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to discuss the best treatment options for your type of skin. .

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

A.J. Amadi, MD · Answer

Cherry angiomas are a collection of benign blood vessels in a circular or dot like appearance. One of the best treatments for these types of blemishes is treatment with an Nd:YAG laser meant to treat veins. Immediately post treatment these can change color temporarily while they heal, varying from black, brown, to purple. Depending on the size of the area treated 2-3 sessions are necessary. In most cases they will fade away or reduce in appearance.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

this is pretty straight forward, see a laser specialist. this can be improved with vascular lasers and desiccation. start aerify peels and/or vivatia foam to help reduce these from coming.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Julia Tzu, MD, FAAD · Answer

Treating cherry angiomas is a straightforward laser procedure that I commonly perform in my office. Surgery is usually not required since laser treatment is noninvasive and effective. Make sure you see a an experienced dermatologist who specializes in lasers.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Why don’t you go to a plastic surgeon and have it excised.

Perhaps your dermatologist didn’t have the experience needed.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

How do I remove a small Cherry Angioma on my face when radio frequency and IPL didn't work? (Photo)

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Answer: Lasers effectively remove most angiomas

Answer: Lasers effectively remove most angiomas

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How do I remove a small Cherry Angioma on my face when radio frequency and IPL didn't work? (Photo)

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Answer: Lasers effectively remove most angiomas

Answer: Lasers effectively remove most angiomas

Answer: Removing hemangioma

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