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About
Approximately five percent of people are born with one or more types of skin blemishes commonly referred to as birthmarks. Birthmarks may be vascular in nature, ranging from flat capillary hemangiomas or port wine stains to large disfiguring vascular growths or hemangiomas. New state-of-the-art lasers have revolutionized the treatment of red birthmarks. Most of these lesions can be treated with the V-Beam pulsed-dye laser.
Benefits
Reduction of hemangiomas
Reduction of port wine stains
Reduction of congenital vascular malformations
Minimal risk
Promotes new collagen synthesis to improve skin tone
Other benefits include reduction of redness/broken capillaries of the face, neck and chest, wrinkles, acne, leg veins, psoriasis, and warts
Alternatives
Surgical Excision of the Birthmark
How Does it Work?
Most patients undergo a ten minute treatment whereby a laser is passed over the birthmark. For red birthmarks, there is typically no irritation of the overlying skin as the laser works below the skin's surface.
Who is a Candidate?
Patients with most skin tones can be treated. Darker skin tones require more conservative energy settings.
What can I Expect?
Reduction or removal of unsightly red birthmarks which can provide a sense of confidence and greatly improve one's self esteem.
Results may vary.
Safety & Side Effects
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.
Recovery Time
Red birthmarks often become bruised for one to two weeks, though makeup may be worn immediately after the procedure.
Does it Hurt?
The new V Beam pulsed-dye laser has a built-in cooling spray to minimize discomfort, allowing us to treat the birthmarks with higher energies. Today, only a fraction of patients request an anesthetic cream which may be applied 30 minutes before the procedure.
Before Treatment Instructions
Avoid excessive sun exposure. Avoid tanning for one month before your treatment.
After Treatment Instructions
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. Consider the use of sunscreens.
Who Performs the Treatments?
Our Physicians, Physician Assistants and Registered Nurses.
