Birthmark Treatments Clarkston MI

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

Local Businesses

Van Wagner, Susan – Clarkston Dermatology & Vein

(248) 620-3376
800 Mercy Dr # 220
Clarkston, MI 48346


Wendy Mcfalda

248-620-3376
7210 N Main St Ste 103
Clarkston, MI 48346


Rodan Fields Dermatologists Independent Consultant

(248) 620-4960

Clarkston, MI 48346


Szymanowski, Romuald T – Michigan Ear Nose & Throat

(248) 625-8450
920 N Grand Ave
Clarkston, MI 48346


Michigan Ear Nose & Throat

(248) 625-8450
116 E 11Th St # 202
Clarkston, MI 48346


Klemmer Susan H Pc

(248) 623-9700
6080 Dixie Hwy
Clarkston, MI 48346


North Oakland Enterprise

(248) 620-3100
1721 W 18Th St
Clarkston, MI 48346


Wendy Leigh Mcfalda, Do

248-620-3376
7210 N Main St Ste 103
Clarkston, MI 48346


Wendy L Mcfalda

(248) 620-3376
7210 N Main St – Suite 103
Clarkston, MI 48346


Bahu, Sam – Michigan Ear Nose & Throat

(248) 625-8450
2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 419
Clarkston, MI 48346


Richard Saul Schwartz

248-625-1123
6770 Dixie Hwy Ste 304
Clarkston, MI 48346


Schwartz, Richard S Pc

(248) 625-1123
6770 Dixie Hwy # 304
Clarkston, MI 48346


Clarkston Dermatology Vein Center

(248) 620-3376
5701 Bow Pointe Dr, Ste 215
Clarkston, MI 48346


Mc Falda, Wendy L Do – Clarkston Dermatology & Vein

(248) 620-3376
2800 Pierce Street Suite 101
Clarkston, MI 48346


Schwartz Richard S Pc

(248) 625-1123
6770 Dixie Hwy
Clarkston, MI 48346


Succar, Bashar – Michigan Ear Nose & Throat

(248) 625-8450
116 E 11Th St # 202
Clarkston, MI 48346


Clarkston Dermatology & Vein

(248) 620-3376
909 Lincoln Cir Se Ste 2
Clarkston, MI 48346


Richard Saul Schwartz

(248) 625-1123
6770 Dixie Hwy – Suite 304
Clarkston, MI 48346


Susan Hanson Klemmer

(248) 623-9700
6080 Dixie Hwy – Suite B
Clarkston, MI 48346


Mcfalda, Wendy

248-620-3876
5701 Bowpointe Drive Ste 215
Clarkston, MI 48346


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Clarkston, MI

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.

What do cancerous birthmarks look like?

One part of a mole or birthmark doesn’t match the other. The edges are irregular, ragged, notched, or blurred. The color is not the same all over and may include shades of brown or black, sometimes with patches of pink, red, white, or blue.

Can a birthmark be removed completely?

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.

What is the most common birthmark?

Salmon patches (also called stork bites, angel kisses, or macular stains) are the most common type of birthmark.

Why do birthmarks get bigger?

These birthmarks form when skin cells produce an excess of melanin, which is the body’s natural pigment. Café-au-lait birthmarks generally don’t fade and may get bigger or darker over time. Most are harmless.

How do you cover up brown birthmarks?

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.

What is a brown birthmark called?

Congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN) are “moles” that are present at birth. They range in color from light brown to black and come in all shapes and sizes. Over time, CMN may darken, thicken or grow hair. One percent of babies are born with a CMN, but so-called “giant” CMN are much less common (1 in 50,000).

Does olive oil get rid of birthmarks?

Containing moisturizing capabilities, if used on your skin, hair, or nail beds, it can make you feel revitalized. However, just because it’s moisturizing, it doesn’t mean that olive oil will be able to get rid of your birthmark.

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.

Is vitamin E or C better 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.

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.

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.

How can I flatten my birthmark?

Shaving or surgery physically removes the birthmark, whereas lasers shrink blood vessels to make vascular birthmarks less visible. Medication is also used to shrink certain birthmarks, like some hemangiomas.

Are birthmarks a disability?

Although there is no further explanation on what qualifies as a “severe disfigurement”, large birthmarks are widely considered to fall into this definition, especially if they are located in a visible area.