LAZER / IPL
REMOVAL OF HYPERPIGMENTATION |
General
Names
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HYPERPIGMENTATION |
Technical
Name
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HYPERPIGMENTATION |
HYPERPIGMENTATION
Defined : |
Skin condition where
there is excessive pigmentation, often seen as dark spots on the skin
such as café-au-lait spots. Normally referred to as increase in the
natural color of the skin.
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TREATMENT OF
HYPERPIGMENTATION
Advised To
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Hyperpigmentation
should be treated for occurrence of dark, irregular pigmented areas –
Brown / Greyish - Brown appearing on the face and occasionally on the
neck. It has been observed that women are more affected than men. In
fact women having darker complexion could be more prone.
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Who Can
Treat
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You are advised to
look for the following internationally accepted certifications:
In India:
M.Ch. (Magister Chirurgiae) or a D.N.B. (Diplomate of the National
Board) (Plastic Surgery)
In the US and Canada:
M.D. and Board Certified in Plastic Surgery or an FRCSC
In the UK: FRCS
(Plastic Surgery)
Other European
Nations:
M.D. and Specialist in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Additionally:
Plastic surgeons
usually complete training / fellowships in their sub-fields of interest
at internationally acclaimed centers and you should take care to note if
your surgeon mentions these fellowships or training periods along with
their Plastic Surgery qualifications. Rest assured, you will then be
consulting some of the best of the plastic surgical fraternity.
More . . .
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Treatment
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The affected skin is
exposed to controlled emissions of Intense Pulsed Light (Lazer or Non
Laser as the requirement may be). This Intense Light (IPL) Energy is
absorbed by the targeted tissues in the layers of the skin and veins
carrying blood supply. The effect is fading away of unwanted marks. The
procedure is non-invasive meaning – no cuts, no wounds, no blood, no
pain, no stitches and no down time – one can resume work immediately!
The other Non Laser /
Intense Light Treatment options available are :
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Hydroquinone (HQ) Therapy.
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Tretinoin (Retin-A, Renova) standalone or in combination with HQ.
·
Azelaic
Acid.
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Mandelic Acid.
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Chemical Peeling.
Best Treatment Option
will be decided by the treating cosmetic surgeon with the consent of the
individual.
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Period Of
Treatment
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A single sitting on
an average should take about 30 minutes with zero down time ! The number
of such sitting required will depend on the condition of the skin, age
etc. which will be correctly assessed by the treating cosmetic surgeon.
Normally there is no Post-operative discomfort. Common Temporary
Symptoms with any Intense light therapy may surface immediately after
the session like the skin may appear a little flushed and capillaries
may seem to be more visible, This would soon fade away, leaving a
Younger looking skin.
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Post Operative
Treatment
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Generally no
specific postoperative treatment is prescribed other than general care.
Normally limited sun exposure and to use sunscreen for a few weeks’
after treatment is advised among other precautions.
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Facts That You
Should Know: |
·
Discontinue birth control pills.
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Avoid
Sun.
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Use sun
block Formulation containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide with an SPF
greater than 15. Apply every 3 – 4 hours during sun exposure.
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Before & After
Pictorial View
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(Click on Picture
For
Enlarged View) |
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Estimated Average
Cost Of
Treatment
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For List Of available Costs Click on
PRICES. Basis Of Valuation Is (INR = Indian Rupee). Costs vary
from Hospital to Hospital and Clinic to Clinic, hence Near Real Costs
Can Be Arrived at On Case To Case Basis – depending on the specific
needs (CUSTOMIZATION) of the individual.
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Facilities Available
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We have Listed these
under the heading of FACILITIES the cost of availing any of these is in
addition to the cost of treatment.
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Contact Surgeon/
Consultant
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We are available
24x7x365 (any time & all the time - irrespective of time zones). You may
call over phone or drop a mail. Please click CONTACT US.
During your personal
consultation the doctor will provide with the details of the suitable
procedure and more complete information, answer any questions that you
may have, and address specific goals and expectations.
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