Pigmented birthmarks or café au lait spots are commonly noted in a significant number of newborns. Nevus of Ota is a blue-black birthmark commonly seen at birth or developing in the first few years of life. Fortunately, state-of-the-art lasers have revolutionized the treatment of such birthmarks. Most of these lesions can now be treated with our Versapulse Q-Switched Alexandrite or Q-Switched Nd:YAG lasers.
- Reduction of brown birthmarks
- Reduction of café au lait spots
- Reduction of blue-gray birthmarks (Nevus of Ota)
- Minimal risk
- Fast healing
Excision of Birthmark or Dermabrasion of Birthmark
(Above options are considered older techniques that usually result in scarring.)
A laser light is passed over the pigmented skin, microscopically shattering the pigment into tiny particles which are more easily processed and eliminated by the body. Most patients undergo a ten minute treatment. A mild to moderate irritation of the overlying skin is to be expected for a few days to a week, depending on the depth and amount of pigment to be removed.
Most skin types except the very darkest skin. Patients with tans should wait until their tan fades before undergoing this treatment.
Reduction or removal of unsightly birthmarks which may greatly improve one's sense of confidence and self esteem.
The specific risks and the suitability of these procedures for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are unusual.
Brown birthmarks can have pinpoint bleeding and develop mild crust for a few days.
Some patients request an anesthetic cream to be applied 30 minutes before the procedure. Others will require an injection of lidocaine to alleviate all sensations of pain.
Avoid excessive sun exposure. Avoid tanning for one month before your treatment.
Wash the area with a mild soap and gently pat dry, then apply a soothing moisturizer to the skin. Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning for one week after your treatment. Patients should consider the use of fading creams and sunscreen after the procedure. Additionally, strenuous exercise and alcohol intake should be avoided. Cover-up clothing is very helpful in the healing process.
Dr. Berman, Physician Assistants and Registered Nurses.
Pigmented birthmarks or café au lait spots are commonly noted in a significant number of newborns. Nevus of Ota is a blue-black birthmark commonly seen at birth or developing in the first few years of life. Fortunately, state-of-the-art lasers have revolutionized the treatment of such birthmarks. Most of these lesions can now be treated with our Versapulse Q-Switched Alexandrite or Q-Switched Nd:YAG lasers.
- Reduction of blue-gray birthmarks (Nevus of Ota)
- Reduction of brown birthmarks
- Reduction of café au-lait spots
- Minimal risk
- Fast Healing
Excision of Birthmark or Dermabrasion of Birthmark.
(Above options are considered older techniques that usually result in scarring.)
A laser light is passed over the pigmented skin, microscopically shattering the pigment into tiny particles which are more easily processed and eliminated by the body. Most patients undergo a ten minute treatment. A mild to moderate irritation of the overlying skin is to be expected for a few days to a week, depending on the depth and amount of pigment to be removed.
Most skin types except the very darkest skin. Patients with tans should wait until their tan fades before undergoing this treatment.
Reduction or removal of unsightly birthmarks which may greatly improve one's sense of confidence and self esteem.
The specific risks and the suitability of these procedures for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are unusual.
Brown birthmarks can have pinpoint bleeding and develop mild crust for a few days.
Some patients request an anesthetic cream to be applied 30 minutes before the procedure. Others will require an injection of lidocaine to alleviate all sensations of pain.
Avoid excessive sun exposure. Avoid tanning for one month before your treatment.
Wash the area with a mild soap and gently pat dry, then apply a soothing moisturizer to the skin. Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning for one week after your treatment. Patients should consider the use of fading creams and sunscreen after the procedure. Additionally, strenuous exercise and alcohol intake should be avoided. Cover-up clothing is very helpful in the healing process.
Dr. Berman, Physician Assistants and Registered Nurses.
