Age spots
Age spots (lentigo senilis or lentigo solaris) are benign pigment disorders of the skin that increasingly appear from the age of 40. Like freckles and moles, they are pigment spots and are particularly common on the back of the hands, forearms and face. Our dermatology practice has three options for laser treatment of age spots, which can be used to remove them without complications and without damaging the tissue.
Read on to find out more about the treatment and removal of age spots.
Age spots symptoms
Age spots, also known as lentigines, are a result of skin aging and sun exposure. They are sharply defined light or dark brown spots a few centimeters in size. They resemble age warts, but warts look more raised.
These are not dangerous, but the external appearance could be considered aesthetically disturbing. Age spots affect more than 90% people over the age of 60. The stronger the UV radiation or UV rays, the higher the probability of age spots formation.
However, it is important to distinguish whether the brown spots are really age spots or whether there is perhaps a malignant lesion or a birthmark behind them. In this case, laser treatment would be strictly forbidden. Our dermatologists can help you to correctly diagnose the problem.
Age spots causes
Patients regularly ask us, "How do age spots develop?"
The cause of age spots is excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, sunlight or tanning beds.
In this process, the brownish pigment lipofuscin is deposited in the epidermis, leading to pigment deposits and skin changes. The lighter the skin and the more UV exposure, the more lipofuscin is formed. To counteract age spots, UV protection is important.
Age spots treatment
Age spots are actually harmless and can therefore be removed with a laser.
The skin must be thoroughly examined before any laser therapy. A dermatoscope should be used for this purpose. The laser therapy itself is very painless and does not require any anesthesia. During the treatment, which lasts only a few minutes, the skin is cooled with cold air. Careful and consistent sun protection must be observed for a few weeks after the treatment.
Our practices have three suitable lasers. The success of the therapy is checked after four weeks and a second laser may be required.
Age spots removal with laser
- For the removal of age spots we use the Spectra- and the Pico-laser. Both lasers are recognized and approved for this application. Laser treatment is a low-complication method that is gentle on the tissue and carries hardly any risks.
- For age spots on the hands, we recommend triple hand rejuvenation. This includes the removal of Q-switched Nd:YAG laser spots, Radiofrequency therapy for tightening and Mesotherapy for hydration. The treatment requires three appointments according to individual program, the products are included.
Other treatments for the removal of age spots
- An alternative method for age spot removal is treatment with a bleaching cream, the bleaching effect of which can lighten the brown age spot.
Age spots Frequently asked questions
Are age spots a sign of skin cancer?
How can I prevent the development of age spots?
Are there any home remedies that can help with age spots?
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Consultation
You can make an appointment for a consultation or treatment at our clinic in Zurich using one of the following options:
Treatment methods
Billing via health insurance is not possible. The amount is to be paid on the spot directly after the treatment.
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