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Pigmentation Removal
Sun Spot, Freckles and Pigmentation
Freckles
Why do freckles appear?
Freckles are tan or light brown spots on your skin. They’re made of clusters of skin cells that contain the pigment melanin. Unlike moles, which are raised, freckles are flat. Freckles aren’t painful or harmful.
No one is born with freckles, even though they may be genetic. They’re triggered by sun exposure. If you have freckles and want to get rid of them, there are ways to consider.
Freckles
Why do freckles appear?
Freckles are tan or light brown spots on your skin. They’re made of clusters of skin cells that contain the pigment melanin. Unlike moles, which are raised, freckles are flat. Freckles aren’t painful or harmful.
No one is born with freckles, even though they may be genetic. They’re triggered by sun exposure. If you have freckles and want to get rid of them, there are ways to consider.
Laser Treatment for Freckles
Laser treatment uses pulses of focused, intense light to target damaged areas of skin. There are different types of lasers. According to a 2015 study, the 1064 Q-Switched Nd YAG laser is effective for treating freckles. Study results showed treatment with this laser lightened more than 50 percent of freckles in 62 percent of participants.
Laser treatment is generally safe. The risk of scarring is low.
However, other side effects may occur, including:
itching
swelling
redness
crustiness
peeling
infection
changes in skin color
If you have a history of oral herpes, you may need to take an antiviral medication before undergoing laser treatment. That’s because the laser can stimulate a flare-up of herpes around your mouth.
Your healthcare provider may prescribe other medications or creams before the procedure. They may also recommend avoiding certain medications or products before the procedure. Let your doctor know about any medications or creams you’re using.
It may take up to two weeks to recover from laser treatment. Multiple sessions are usually needed to achieve desired results.
Laser Treatment for Freckles
Laser treatment uses pulses of focused, intense light to target damaged areas of skin. There are different types of lasers. According to a 2015 study, the 1064 Q-Switched Nd YAG laser is effective for treating freckles. Study results showed treatment with this laser lightened more than 50 percent of freckles in 62 percent of participants.
Laser treatment is generally safe. The risk of scarring is low.
However, other side effects may occur, including:
itching
swelling
redness
crustiness
peeling
infection
changes in skin color
If you have a history of oral herpes, you may need to take an antiviral medication before undergoing laser treatment. That’s because the laser can stimulate a flare-up of herpes around your mouth.
Your healthcare provider may prescribe other medications or creams before the procedure. They may also recommend avoiding certain medications or products before the procedure. Let your doctor know about any medications or creams you’re using.
It may take up to two weeks to recover from laser treatment. Multiple sessions are usually needed to achieve desired results.
Sun Spots
Sunspots, also known as liver spots or solar lentigines, are very common. Anyone can get sunspots, but they are more common in people with fair skin and those older than 40.
They are flat brown spots that develop on the skin after sun exposure (during which, UV radiation causes pigmented skin cells called melanocytes to multiply).
They vary in shape and size and usually occur on the areas of your body that have had the most sun exposure, such as your face, shoulders, forearms, and backs of your hands.
True sunspots are harmless and noncancerous but can be treated for cosmetic purposes.
Sun Spots
Sunspots, also known as liver spots or solar lentigines, are very common. Anyone can get sunspots, but they are more common in people with fair skin and those older than 40.
They are flat brown spots that develop on the skin after sun exposure (during which, UV radiation causes pigmented skin cells called melanocytes to multiply).
They vary in shape and size and usually occur on the areas of your body that have had the most sun exposure, such as your face, shoulders, forearms, and backs of your hands.
True sunspots are harmless and noncancerous but can be treated for cosmetic purposes.
Pigmentation
Discoloration of the skin is an inevitable reality which can be brought on by age, sun exposure, or environmental factors. Lasers provide an easy way to refresh skin and eliminate a range of imperfections. Treatments are quick and have minimal downtime, making them great alternatives to peels, microdermabrasion, and invasive surgery.
Pigmentation issues come in many shapes and sizes. Age spots, brown spots, birthmarks, and darker pigmented lesions are just a few of the most common challenges. These technologies are safe across skin types, conditions, and tones, and can evenly and comfortably treat any shape discoloration.
Pigmentation
Discoloration of the skin is an inevitable reality which can be brought on by age, sun exposure, or environmental factors. Lasers provide an easy way to refresh skin and eliminate a range of imperfections. Treatments are quick and have minimal downtime, making them great alternatives to peels, microdermabrasion, and invasive surgery.
Pigmentation issues come in many shapes and sizes. Age spots, brown spots, birthmarks, and darker pigmented lesions are just a few of the most common challenges. These technologies are safe across skin types, conditions, and tones, and can evenly and comfortably treat any shape discoloration.
Treatment
For all the conditions above, our EVO light laser is able to treat sunspots, freckles and pigments using the correct laser wavelength for your condition.
Laser treatment is generally safe. The risk of scarring is low. However, other side effects may occur, including:
itching
swelling
redness
crustiness
peeling
infection
changes in skin color
If you have a history of oral herpes, you may need to take an antiviral medication before undergoing laser treatment. That’s because the laser can stimulate a flare-up of herpes around your mouth. Let us know if you have this condition before considering treatment.
It may take up to two weeks to recover from laser treatment. Multiple sessions are usually needed to achieve desired results.
The EVO Series by Quanta System Aesthetic Division is engineered to treat a wide range of pigmented lesions safely. This pigmentation treatment device boasts a larger beam size and energy output which allows it to treat even the most difficult pigmentation issues. Treatments are fast, evenly delivered, and comfortable.
Treatment
For all the conditions above, our EVO light laser is able to treat sunspots, freckles and pigments using the correct laser wavelength for your condition.
Laser treatment is generally safe. The risk of scarring is low. However, other side effects may occur, including:
itching
swelling
redness
crustiness
peeling
infection
changes in skin color
If you have a history of oral herpes, you may need to take an antiviral medication before undergoing laser treatment. That’s because the laser can stimulate a flare-up of herpes around your mouth. Let us know if you have this condition before considering treatment.
It may take up to two weeks to recover from laser treatment. Multiple sessions are usually needed to achieve desired results.
The EVO Series by Quanta System Aesthetic Division is engineered to treat a wide range of pigmented lesions safely. This pigmentation treatment device boasts a larger beam size and energy output which allows it to treat even the most difficult pigmentation issues. Treatments are fast, evenly delivered, and comfortable.
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