Pigmentation, Dark Spots & Melasma
Brown spots and pigmentation can have different causes and may require different treatment approaches. Common types include lentigines, often referred to as age spots or sun spots, freckles, and certain flat seborrheic keratoses. These may be associated with cumulative sun exposure, aging, and, in some cases, other individual or congenital factors.
Melasma is a different type of pigmentation that typically appears as symmetrical patches on the face. Hormonal influences, including pregnancy and hormonal contraception, may contribute to its development, while sun and heat exposure can also play an important role.
Treatment of Dark Spots
The choice of treatment depends on the type, depth, location, and characteristics of the pigmentation.
For individual dark spots such as lentigines and selected flat seborrheic keratoses, Q-switched laser technology, including 532 nm wavelengths, may be used to selectively target pigmentation. Depending on the lesion and clinical assessment, other technologies such as Er laser treatment may also be considered.
Dr. Dany Touma has extensive experience treating patients with a wide range of pigmentation concerns and tattoo-related pigmentation, using different laser technologies according to the individual condition.
