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Laser Options For Birthmark Removal

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Sometimes, a birthmark looks like no more than a large freckle. Depending on its location, shape, and coloration, it may even be viewed as a beauty mark that adds aesthetic appeal. However, sometimes the area of unusual pigmentation is large, red, or otherwise discolored and is viewed as a blemish. Birthmark removal is commonly requested for highly visible areas of the body. When the use of camouflaging makeup has proven inadequate or too inconvenient, laser treatment may be recommended.

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Fraxel Laser Gains FDA Approval For Medical Treatment

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Fraxel laser devices have long been used in cosmetic treatments for aging skin. Now, the re:store Dual system includes a new wavelength of laser energy that is designed to rid the skin of actinic keratosis (skin lesions that have a tendency to become cancerous). The FDA has given premarket clearance to the 1927 nanometer laser wavelength for use in treating this skin condition.

Laser Has Both Health and Aesthetic Applications

Like all Fraxel lasers, this unit is intended mainly for ...

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Fractional Laser Offers New Rejuvenation Option

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Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is currently the industry standard for reducing the evidence of aging around the eyes. This surgical procedure is not likely to be replaced by non-invasive treatments any time soon. However, doctors in Italy have documented evidence that fractional laser rejuvenation can provide a significant level of enhancement for some patients without the side effects and downtime associated with surgery. Individuals in their mid-forties without severe sun damage or excess eyelid skin tend to have the best outcome. ...

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