Birthmark Treatments Chevy Chase MD

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

Local Businesses

Corriveau Stephane Dr

1-301-986-0010
8401 Connecticut Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Sheilah Lynch

5530 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 1111
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Lynn Mc Kinley Grant

202-877-6654
5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1275
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Margaret Stevens O’Neill

301-951-7905
5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1225
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


John Short

301-652-0644
5454 Wisconsin Ave,Suite 1050
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Jorge Horacio Reisin

(301) 986-9411
5530 Wisconsin Ave – Ste 1440
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Emmanuel R Bonnecarrere

202-782-8807
3217 Park View Rd
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Maral Skelsey

301-652-8081
5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 820
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery

(240) 482-2555
8041 Connecticut Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Leonard Dean Cutler

301-652-4828
5454 Wisc Ave Ste 1610
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Arthur Richard Ugel

301-652-5155
5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 745
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Lynn Mckinley Grant

301-941-8166
5454 Wisconsin Ave
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Kung Plastic Surgery

(301)986-8878
5454 Wisconsin Ave
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Shelly M Hall

(301) 652-0644
5454 Wisconsin Ave – Suite 1050
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Tiffini Lucas

240-223-2639
5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1149
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


French James H

1-301-652-7700
5550 Friendship Boulevard
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Bruno, James R – Bruno & Brown Llc

(301) 215-5955
5454 Wisconsin Ave # 1250
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Margaret Oneill

301-951-7905
5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1225
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Eric William Khairallah

301-530-7700
5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1235
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Stephane Corriveau

(301) 986-0010
Suite 102 8401 Connecticut Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Chevy Chase, MD

Can you freeze off a birthmark?

Freezing — Liquid nitrogen can be sprayed or swabbed onto the mole. This freezes the mole’s cells and they die. The mole will peel off in a week or two. Burning — An electric current that heats a wire can be used to burn off moles.

Is there a cream to remove birthmarks?

Timolol. Another medication that can shrink a birthmark, such as a hemangioma, is Timolol. Unlike propranolol, it is applied topically to the birthmark.

Can Chemical peels remove birthmarks?

Chemical Peel: A chemical peel uses a medical-grade chemical solution to remove the top layer of skin over the birthmark. As your body replaces the birthmark skin with new cells, the texture evens out.

At what age do birthmarks stop growing?

They usually appear at around one to four weeks of age, then get bigger – sometimes quite quickly – for a few months. They stop growing between six and 12 months of age, then gradually disappear over the next few years. The skin of the birthmark is as strong as any other skin.

Why do people get birthmarks?

Birthmarks generally result from an overgrowth of a structure that is normally present in the skin. For example, an overgrowth of blood vessels produces vascular birthmarks or haemangiomas; an overgrowth of pigment cells produces congenital naevi or moles.

How do you hide a brown birthmark?

Camouflage make-up can be used to conceal many birthmarks, whether on a daily basis or for that special occasion. There are a variety of products available with many high street make-up brands produce complete cover foundations; however there are also companies specialising in skin camouflage.

Should you remove birthmarks?

Reasons for Birthmark Removal Most birthmarks do not pose serious health risks or require treatment. Many fade with time and only require observation. However, parents of infants and children with birthmarks can have great concern, especially when the birthmark is very large or in a visible location.

Can birthmark be removed permanently?

Your birthmark can be removed by performing minor surgery. It can be done for very deep hemangiomas that might damage your healthy tissues. It is usually an outpatient treatment and may even be done in your dermatologist’s office rather than a hospital.

Can a brown birthmark be removed?

Some birthmarks are suitable for surgical excision, which will completely remove the birthmark but will leave a scar. If you are interested in surgical treatment you will need to see a plastic surgeon. Your GP may be able to advise you further. Some birthmarks are suitable for laser treatment to fade the brown pigment.

What kind of birthmarks are rare?

Venous Malformations These birthmarks are very rare. A vascular malformation is a tangle of blood vessels that are usually bigger and more protruding than other blood vessel birthmarks. Venous malformations do not fade away over time and often need to be treated.

How many treatments does it take to remove a birthmark?

In our experience, the best results occur when a series of treatments, usually between four and six, take place over two or three years. The length of each treatment session varies according to whether your child has treatment under general anaesthetic or local anaesthetic and the characteristics of their birthmark.

What kind of birthmark is rare?

Nevus Sebaceous “This type of birthmark is very rare but it is important because it has a high risk of developing into basal cell skin cancer. It is one of the few birthmarks that may be surgically removed at an early age to prevent it from becoming cancerous,” says Miller.

Can I remove birthmark without surgery?

Yes. Most types of birthmarks can be removed with laser treatments. The laser used depends upon the type and colour of the birthmark being removed. In some rare cases and depending on the size, surgical excision might be necessary to remove a birthmark.

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.