Hello, I believe it is melisma? Are there any treatments for this? Also, what is causing this, please help!
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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February 16, 2018
Answer: Melasma or not? This is a good question and great picture! I would first recommend if you haven't already start using a broad spectrum sunscreen. In addition to that I would start with minimally invasive therapies, like tri-luma or hydroquinone. You must use sunscreen at the same time as the other therapies. Some lasers that have been used but with mixed success is the Alex 755nm Q switched nanosecond laser or the picosecond alexandrite laser. However, for the best answer I recommend you see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon with cosmetic training.
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February 16, 2018
Answer: Melasma or not? This is a good question and great picture! I would first recommend if you haven't already start using a broad spectrum sunscreen. In addition to that I would start with minimally invasive therapies, like tri-luma or hydroquinone. You must use sunscreen at the same time as the other therapies. Some lasers that have been used but with mixed success is the Alex 755nm Q switched nanosecond laser or the picosecond alexandrite laser. However, for the best answer I recommend you see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon with cosmetic training.
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February 10, 2018
Answer: Hyperpigmentation -- Clear+Brilliant/Venus Viva, Chemical Peels, Cosmelan, Salt Facial, Aerolase YAG, Hydroquinone pigmentation can be treated with a combination of peels, skin care, and lasers like clear and brilliant or venus viva. Best, Dr. Emer.
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February 10, 2018
Answer: Hyperpigmentation -- Clear+Brilliant/Venus Viva, Chemical Peels, Cosmelan, Salt Facial, Aerolase YAG, Hydroquinone pigmentation can be treated with a combination of peels, skin care, and lasers like clear and brilliant or venus viva. Best, Dr. Emer.
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February 10, 2018
Answer: Melasma Dear Tangeriiine,I would have to examine you but Melasma can be treated with a comprehensive approach. Stopping or changing the birth control medication, avoidance of UV and direct light, and also retinol and hydroquinone treatment. You should always use sunscreen.Daniel Barrett, MD
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February 10, 2018
Answer: Melasma Dear Tangeriiine,I would have to examine you but Melasma can be treated with a comprehensive approach. Stopping or changing the birth control medication, avoidance of UV and direct light, and also retinol and hydroquinone treatment. You should always use sunscreen.Daniel Barrett, MD
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February 12, 2018
Answer: Best treatment for Melasma is the Picosure laser you should plan at least 3 treatments, each spaced a month apart. you need to use an excellent sunblock between sessions and thereafter. You may want to look if you are on any hormone therapy as well.
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February 12, 2018
Answer: Best treatment for Melasma is the Picosure laser you should plan at least 3 treatments, each spaced a month apart. you need to use an excellent sunblock between sessions and thereafter. You may want to look if you are on any hormone therapy as well.
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