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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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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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Excessive Sweating May Be Addressed With Dermatology Laser

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Two embarrassing conditions, unusually strong body odor and excessive sweating, are now being treated with Nd:YAG devices on an experimental basis. The 1444nm pulsed laser is a liposculpting dermatology laser which is typically used for contouring fatty tissue in the face and other areas of the body. However, it has also proven useful in a recent Korean medical study for treating axillary bromhidrosis (smelly armpits), and hyperhidrosis (too much sweating). These conditions are caused by two different types of overactive ...

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