Birthmark Treatments Beaufort SC

Find top doctors who perform Birthmark Treatments in Beaufort, SC. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Beaufort, SC.

Local Businesses

Chiaviello, Christine T – Beaufort Dermatology

(843) 524-5550
1096 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Paul C Brewer

(843) 524-5550
1096 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Aqua Med Spa Salon

(843) 522-9179
2206 Mossy Oaks Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Beaufort Dermatology

(843) 524-5550
1096 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Charles Ronald Smalling

202-782-6173
1 Pinckney Blvd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Christine T Chiaviello

(843) 524-5550
1096 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Weniger Plastic Surgery

(843) 379-4620
1251 Ribaut Rd Ste A
Beaufort, SC 29902


Lowcountry Plastic Surgery

(843)522-2730
989 Ribaut Road Suite 360
Beaufort, SC 29902


Dermatology Associates

(843) 525-9277
242 Ladys Island Dr
Beaufort, SC 29901


Paul Brewer

(843) 524-5550
1096 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Paul Chambers Brewer

843-524-5550
1096 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Mikell, Oswald L – Dermatology Associates

(843) 525-9277
242 Ladys Island Dr
Beaufort, SC 29901


Edward Perry Burrus Iii

803-524-8171
1055 Ribaut Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902


Paulc Brewer

(843) 524-5550
1005 Ribaut Rd Ste 42
Beaufort, SC 29902


Laser Cosmetik Medical Spa

(843) 522-2004
38 Professional Village Cir
Beaufort, SC 29901


Oswald L. Mikell, M.D.

843-525-9277
242 Lady”S Island Drive
Beaufort, SC 29902


Phillips, Tonnya – Lowcountry Plastic Surgery

(843) 522-2730
989 Ribaut Rd # 210
Beaufort, SC 29901


Smith, Brendan E – Lowcountry Plastic Surgery

(843) 522-2730
989 Ribaut Rd # 210
Beaufort, SC 29901


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Beaufort, SC

Do birthmark removal creams work?

Answer: Birthmark creams don’t work There are many types of birthmarks, but I can answer for all of them that creams will not work to remove any type of birthmark. I think you should see a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon for an evaluation and recommendations. Don’t waste your money on creams.

What happens if you cut off a birthmark?

Shaving or cutting your mole can disfigure your skin and leave a scar if done improperly. Removing a mole without sterile equipment in a nonsurgical condition may lead to infection. If your mole is cancerous, the cells can remain in the skin and spread.

What causes brown birthmarks?

Pigmented birthmarks are caused by an overgrowth of the cells that produce color in our skin. There are three types of pigmented birthmarks: café-au-lait spots, moles and Mongolian spots. Pigmented birthmarks can be flat or raised with regular or irregular borders and color that ranges from brown to black to blue.

What is slugging skin?

“Skin slugging is simply the application of an occlusive to act as a barrier to seal moisture into the skin. Dermatologists have been recommending for years as the last step in your skin care routine to treat dry skin, as we know that skin slugging helps prevent water loss,” says Cheung.

What is the difference between a mole and a birthmark?

Moles are growths on the skin that are usually brown or black; they may be located, alone or in groups, anywhere on the body. A birthmark is a colored mark that appears soon after a baby’s birth.

Can you shave birthmarks?

A shave excision treatment is used to permanently remove moles and birthmarks from the skin. Shave biopsies and punch biopsies are also used by dermatologists to evaluate skin lesions for skin cancer.

What are the different types of birthmarks?

Strawberry hemangioma. Medical name: Superficial infantile hemangioma. Deep hemangioma (he-man-gee-oh-ma) Medical name: Cavernous infantile hemangioma. Salmon patch. Medical name: Nevus simplex. Nevus sebaceous (knee-vus seh-bay-ceous)

Do birthmarks get worse?

Most birthmarks are not serious, and some go away on their own. Some stay the same or get worse as you get older. Usually birthmarks are only a concern for your appearance. But certain types can increase your risk of skin cancer.

What kind of birthmarks go away?

Most dermal melanocytosis birthmarks, which used to be called Mongolian spots, gradually fade. Many disappear by the toddler years. The majority of them are harmless and do not need treatment. In rare cases, these birthmarks may be associated with genetic conditions.

Is Vitamin E good for scars?

Anecdotal reports claim that vitamin E speeds wound healing and improves the cosmetic outcome of burns and other wounds. Many lay people use vitamin E on a regular basis to improve the outcome of scars and several physicians recommend topical vitamin E after skin surgery or resurfacing.