Solutions for Skin Pigment Spots – Age Spots and Birthmarks
To help minimize the prominence of various types of skin pigment spots – namely birthmarks and age spots – patients visiting our Edison, New Jersey practice may be recommended to utilize one or more of the following treatments:
Some types of skin blemishes, such as darkened areas of skin pigment known as birthmarks, appear early on in life. Other types of skin discoloration, such as age spots, develop as a person gets older. Regardless of when blemishes develop, areas of discoloration on the skin can become an obstacle to those who wish to achieve or maintain flawless, evenly toned skin. But, with the help of Dr. Nolis Arkoulakis and Dr. Lee Elber, patients with any type of skin pigment spots, including age spots, can find treatments at our Edison, New Jersey practice. Contact Aesthetic Solutions today and schedule a private consultation.
Skin Pigment Spots
The discovery of skin pigment spots can be a major setback for people who wish to achieve and maintain beautiful skin. Skin pigment spots occur naturally and, in most cases, do not pose any harm to a person's overall health. Typically, age spots and birthmarks, the two most common types of skin pigment spots, are the most noticeable of skin blemishes and are most often removed for cosmetic reasons.
Age Spots
Age spots are a type of skin blemish treated often at our Edison practice. Also known as liver spots, age spots are typically areas of brown pigmentation that gradually appear on the skin as a person ages. They can develop on nearly any part of the body, including the arms, hands, face, legs, feet, and back. Age spots most often resemble large freckles and can range from faint beige to dark brown.
Though age spots do not represent a danger to health, they can still be an aesthetic distraction from the other features. Age spots can become even more noticeable when they develop concurrently with other skin conditions, including skin laxity and wrinkles.
Due to genetics, some people are simply more likely to developing age spots than others. People with relatives who have developed age spots have a higher likelihood of developing these spots of pigment. Those who are exposed often to the sun's harmful rays also have a better chance of having age spots appear. Sun exposure, however, can also increase the risk of developing melanoma, so patients noticing the development of age spots that have peculiar edges and blotchy coloration should have the blemishes examined by a certified dermatologist.
Birthmarks
Birthmarks are skin pigment spots that, unlike age spots, are formed before birth. They can appear in a number of colors, including beige, brown, black, red, pink, and blue. Birthmarks can appear in a number of forms as well, including as moles, port-wine stains, Mongolian spots, and strawberry marks. After the initial consultation, Dr. Elber will be able to recommend the ideal treatment plan for eliminating or minimizing birthmarks.
To discuss ways to have these skin pigment spots removed, contact our Edison, New Jersey-area practice today.
Meet with Dr. Nolis Arkoulakis and Dr. Lee Elber
Drs. Nolis Arkoulakis and Lee Elber possess the experience and knowledge needed to treat the most common types of skin pigment spots – birthmarks and age spots – safely and effectively. Their Edison, New Jersey practice is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and tools for providing the most appropriate blemish-removal treatments. Please contact Aesthetic Solutions today to schedule a private consultation with our physicians.
