Hyperpigmentation

The Doc Spa

Medical Spa located in Edgewood, NM

Age, the sun, genetics, and more can all leave their impressions on your skin through a variety of discolored marks. Fortunately, Julian Rowe, MD, and Kristina Hammer, MSPAC, DMSc, at the Doc Spa in  Edgewood, New Mexico, offer hyperpigmentation treatments with the RevLite™ laser. If you want to reduce sun spots, freckles, melasma, or another type of skin discoloration, call The Doc Spa to book an appointment today.

505-884-8900

Hyperpigmentation Q & A

What is hyperpigmentation?

Hyperpigmentation is an extremely common condition resulting in patches of darker or discolored skin. These patches appear when melanin, the brown pigment that gives your skin its color, become concentrated in one area.

Hyperpigmentation includes:

  • Sun spots or age spots
  • Melasma or chloasma
  • Freckles or birthmarks

How do you treat hyperpigmentation?

Your risk of developing hyperpigmentation increases with greater exposure to the sun. Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing is important in preventing sun spots from developing or becoming darker.

Hyperpigmentation treatments include prescription and over-the-counter bleaches and lotions. These options can take several months to show results and may seriously irritate sensitive skin.

At The Doc Spa, they have a better solution: They offer hyperpigmentation treatments with the technologically-advanced RevLite laser system.

How does RevLite reduce hyperpigmentation?

RevLite works by sending laser light energy into the layers of your skin. Your skin absorbs the laser energy and breaks up the melanin in the area of hyperpigmentation. When the laser destroys the melanin, it removes or reduces the hyperpigmented lesion.

You don’t need to worry about RevLite removing your skin’s normal pigmentation. This system’s revolutionary design allows it to target dark deposits of melanin without affecting surrounding skin.

The Doc Spa uses RevLite to treat:

  • Liver, sun, or age spots
  • Freckles
  • Brown birthmarks

They also use RevLite for tattoo removal and to reduce the appearance of scars.

What should I expect from a RevLite laser hyperpigmentation treatment?

The process begins with a free consultation, during which your doctor discusses your unique condition and aesthetic goals. If you decide RevLite is right for you, they first test out the laser on a small patch of your skin.

The amount of time treatment takes depends on the size of the treatment area and number of lesions you want removed. Your doctor spends about 15-45 minutes on most treatments. Most of the time, the hyperpigmentation doesn’t come back.

RevLite isn’t a painful procedure, but some people claim the laser feels like a rubber band snapping against your skin. Afterward, you may feel like you have a slight sunburn.

If you want to remove sun spots or another type of hyperpigmentation, call The Doc Spa today.

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