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Hyperpigmentation Treatment FAQ
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Many people don’t know it, but the largest organ in the body is our skin, and its main job is to protect us from foreign invaders such as bacteria, fungus, infections, and more. Our skin regenerates quite quickly, however, over time that regeneration may slow down and require some assistance from us. One of the most common things we see in New Jersey’s patients is skin discoloration, and while it is common, it may be something more serious if you or members of your family have a history of skin cancer. Don’t worry though, there are many treatment options available for patients suffering from skin discoloration.
Hyperpigmentation, characterized by darker patches of skin, is primarily caused by an excess of melanin. Common types include sunspots (solar lentigines), melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Sunspots are caused by sun exposure, melasma by hormonal shifts and sun exposure, and PIH by inflammation from injuries or skin conditions.
Treatment for Skin Discoloration There are many different procedures and treatments that individuals can have done to fix these skin discolorations as they experience them.
Consulting About the Areas of Concern Hyperpigmentation is usually a cosmetic concern rather than a medical one. There are several options for pigmentation that can help you lighten or completely remove some dark patches.
Speak to your doctor if you’re concerned about your skin pigmentation or suspect that your skin discoloration is caused by an underlying medical condition or medication.
Many people prefer the non-surgical treatment options over surgical options because they are safer and less expensive than invasive procedures. This allows individuals to return back to their normal lives pretty quickly afterward. Not only are these procedures non-invasive, but they don’t normally take a lot of time to complete, so the time individuals are out is normally very short.
Some individuals will experience tenderness on their skin or redness around the treated area; however, this normally disappears in a couple hours. Dr. Rapaport and our staff are trained to perform these procedures and normally use options that allow for numbing of the skin prior to the procedure.
While treatment times can vary depending on the size of the treatment area, most Genius treatments take around 30 minutes to complete.
Peels and lasers can be used on many skin types and skin tones. The procedures are safe for any healthy individuals who are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or experiencing an active skin infection.
Peels and lasers can be used on many skin types and skin tones. The procedures are safe for any healthy individuals who are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or experiencing an active skin infection.
The most common treatment areas include the face, neck, chest, abdomen, knees, and thighs.
Are you tired of suffering with skin discoloration or just looking to improve the texture, look, and feel of your skin? If so, call Dr. Rapaport at 201-429-0225. The dedicated office staff is waiting to talk with new patients. Just looking to get some information and not ready to get a procedure done yet? That’s fine too; our staff doesn’t mind answering questions or concerns that you may have about your skin or possible treatments.
