Pigment spots
"Pigmented lesions (colloquially pigment spots) encompass a wide range of skin changes that vary in size, shape and color. From melasma and vitiligo to age spots and moles, freckles and pigmented patches following inflammation, at our clinic we have the expertise and technological tools to effectively treat these diverse skin conditions."
Pigment spots symptoms
Pigmented lesions are skin lesions that are noticeable by a change in skin color. They may appear as light or dark spots, vary in size and shape, and occur singly or in groups. Common types of pigmented lesions include:
Pigment spots causes
Pigmented lesions can be caused by a variety of factors. Essentially, it is an accumulation or deficiency of melanin, the pigment that gives our skin, hair and eyes their color. Various factors such as genetic predisposition, sun exposure, hormonal changes, skin aging and certain skin conditions can affect the appearance of pigmented lesions.
Pigment spots treatment
Our clinic offers a wide range of treatments for the different types of pigmented lesions:
- Melasma: Specific therapies for the treatment of melasma, a form of hyperpigmentation caused by hormonal changes and sun exposure.
- Vitiligo: Treatments to improve the appearance of the skin in vitiligo, a disease that causes a loss of skin pigment.
- Age spots (lentigines) and sunspots (solar lentigines): Treatments to reduce age spots and sun spots caused by excessive sun exposure.
- Moles: Careful monitoring of moles for early detection of changes, surgical removal if needed.
- Freckles (Ephelides) and Café-au-lait stains: Consultation and treatment options to treat or reduce these benign pigmented spots.
- Pigmented spots following inflammation (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation): Treatments to reduce hyperpigmentation caused by skin inflammation.
Please note that in Switzerland the removal of moles with a laser is not allowed due to the risk of confusion with skin cancer.
Our expert team will provide you with comprehensive advice and determine the best treatment approach for your individual skin condition. For more information on specific types of pigmented lesions, please visit our dedicated pages on Melasma, Vitiligo, Age spots (Lentigines), Moles or to the Nano toning, Pico Toning or LaseMD.
Pigment spots Frequently asked questions
Can I prevent pigmentation spots in the future?
How can I recognize different types of pigment spots?
How long does it take for the results of pigmentation spot treatments to become visible and are they permanent?
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