Birthmark Treatments Fall River MA

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

Local Businesses

David Brooks Walker, Do

314-831-2464
1030 President Ave Rm 114
Fall River, MA 02720


Coran Judy P

(508)679-0150
235 Hanover Street
Fall River, MA 02720


Dowling Joseph L Jr

1-508-679-0150
386 High Street
Fall River, MA 02720


Doctor Marcellene

(508) 679-7734
300 Hanover St Ste 2C
Fall River, MA 02720


Hanover Medical Associates

1-508-679-7715
235 Hanover Street Suite M7
Fall River, MA 02720


Donald F Clukies

(508) 679-7715
300 Hanover St – Suite 2-G
Fall River, MA 02720


Clukies, Donald F – Clukies Donald F

(508) 679-7715
300 Hanover St
Fall River, MA 02720


Arthur David Daily

508-235-5450
1010 S Main St
Fall River, MA 02724


Russell Babbitt

(508) 679-7715
300 Hanover Street Suite 2 G
Fall River, MA 02720


Kinder Robert S

1-508-679-0150
386 High Street
Fall River, MA 02720


The Rhode Island Eye Institute

508-679-0150
235 Hanover Street
Fall River, MA 02720


Clukies Donald F

(508) 679-7715
300 Hanover St
Fall River, MA 02720


Richard Neal Waldman

508-679-7361
235 Hanover St Ste 308
Fall River, MA 02720


Bahr Robert L

1-508-679-0150
386 High Street
Fall River, MA 02720


David Brooks Walker

(508) 676-3411
1030 President Ave – Suite 114
Fall River, MA 02720


Perlman Elliot M

1-508-679-0150
386 High Street
Fall River, MA 02720


Donahue John P

1-508-679-0150
386 High Street
Fall River, MA 02720


Hofmann R Jeffrey

1-508-679-0150
386 High Street
Fall River, MA 02720


Marcellene S Doctor

(508) 679-7734
300 Hanover St
Fall River, MA 02720


Donald Clukies

None
Suite 2G 300 Hanover Street
Fall River, MA 02720


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Fall River, MA

Can you lighten a birthmark?

Laser treatment uses highly focused beams of light to reduce the size and lessen the color of birthmarks. This includes red birthmarks, such as strawberry hemangiomas and port wine stains; brown birthmarks, such as café au lait spots; and blue birthmarks, such as facial dermal melanocytosis.

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.

Can Vaseline remove marks?

Use Vaseline® Jelly for Scars By sealing in moisture it also helps to reduce dryness of scarred skin, once your skin has healed. This may help to improve the appearance of scars, making the skin look smoother and softer, as well as help to reduce itchiness caused by dryness.

What age can birthmarks be removed?

laser therapy – where heat and light are used to make the birthmark smaller and lighter (it works best if started between 6 months and 1 year of age)

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.

What is a beauty mark vs birthmark?

Moles and birthmarks are not necessarily one in the same, but they can be easily confused as a mole can be present at birth. Some doctors do consider a mole as a “beauty mark” as it is a pigmentated area. However, birthmarks are flat and located on the surface of the skin, while a mole will protrude above the skin.

How long does it take to remove a birthmark with laser?

Birthmark removal treatment can take as little as 10 minutes, and the procedure can be carried out safely by a qualified doctor using a special type of laser.

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)

Which cream is best for Mark Removal?

Mederma Advanced Scar Gel. SkinCeuticals Phyto + Cica-Care Gel Sheet. Cimeosil Scar and Laser Gel. ScarAway Silicone Scar Gel. Tosowoong Green Tea Natural Pure Essence. Honeydew Blemish Cream. Mederma for Kids.

What does a normal birthmark look like?

Congenital Melanocytic Nevi (Moles) These birthmarks are common, found in 1-3% of newborns. Congenital nevi can look very different from each other. Most are brown, but they may also have shades of pink, red, or black. Sometimes they have bumps or hair, and they may become rough or raised.

Can chemical peels get rid of 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.

Should birthmarks be removed?

Many birthmarks do not require surgical intervention and either shrink and fade on their own or respond well to medication or laser therapy. However, our dermatologists may recommend surgery for some types of birthmarks.

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.

How can I fade my birthmarks?

medicines – to reduce blood flow to the birthmark, which can slow down its growth and make it lighter in colour. laser therapy – where heat and light are used to make the birthmark smaller and lighter (it works best if started between 6 months and 1 year of age)