Birthmark Treatments Rapid City SD

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

Local Businesses

Advanced Dermatology Center

(605) 343-8000
705 Columbus Street
Rapid City, SD 57701


Dr.Richard Carver

(605) 343-0495
7236 Jordan Dr # 100A
Rapid City, SD 57702


Boddicker, Marc

605-342-2875
705 Columbus St
Rapid City, SD 57701


Boddicker, Marc E – Advanced Dermatology Ctr

(605) 343-8000
908 N Elm St Ste 104
Rapid City, SD 57701


Scott, Lycia A – Scott Lycia A

(605) 342-3280
22 Calendar Avenue Suite E
Rapid City, SD 57701


Dr.Vassilia Young

(605) 341-5565
7236 Jordan Dr # 101
Rapid City, SD 57702


Robert James Schutz

(605) 343-7208
3615 5Th St – Suite 101
Rapid City, SD 57701


Victoria Kosters Finley

605-342-3280
2820 Mount Rushmore Rd
Rapid City, SD 57701


Robert J Schutz

605-343-7208
3615 5Th St
Rapid City, SD 57701


Black Hills Dermatology Centre

(605) 341-5565
7236 Jordan Drive Suite # 101
Rapid City, SD 57702


Black Hills Plastic Surgery

(605) 343-7208
950 N. York Road Suite 201
Rapid City, SD 57701


Black Hills Oral-Maxillofacial

(605) 348-6818
950 N York Rd Ste 201
Rapid City, SD 57701


Gregory Wittenberg

(605) 342-3280
2820 Mount Rushmore Rd
Rapid City, SD 57701


Plastic Surgical Center

(605) 343-6714
34 East Oak Street 4Th Floor
Rapid City, SD 57701


Tamara Lyn Poling

605-342-3280
2820 Mount Rushmore Rd
Rapid City, SD 57701


Roger Steven Knutsen

605-341-5910
717 Meade St Ste 100
Rapid City, SD 57701


West River Dermatology

(605) 341-5910
717 Meade Street
Rapid City, SD 57701


Robert Schutz

(605) 343-7208
3615 5Th Street Suite 101
Rapid City, SD 57701


Vassilia D Young

605-341-5565
Po Box 6540
Rapid City, SD 57709


Richard F Carver

605-343-0495
7236 Jordan Dr Ste 100
Rapid City, SD 57702


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Rapid City, SD

Are birthmarks permanent?

Most birthmarks are permanent, but a few types fade as a child grows. Birthmarks are common and usually harmless. But some may require treatment for cosmetic reasons or because of rapid growth. Still others may be a sign of an underlying disease.

Can you tattoo over birthmarks?

Although tattooing over birthmarks is often accepted by artists, it’s usually done so without a thorough understanding of the risks it could present in the future. For your overall skin health and to keep you protected, it’s better to avoid tattooing over birthmarks.

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.

Can Microneedling remove birthmarks?

If you do have a birthmark that you’d like to remove, we provide photodynamic therapy and microneedling with radiofrequency to stimulate the growth of healthy, new skin cells. * Learn more about photodynamic therapy here and microneedling here.

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.

What age do birthmarks appear?

They may not appear at birth, but often develop in the first 2 months. Strawberry hemangiomas are more common in premature babies and in girls. These birthmarks often grow in size for several months, and then gradually begin to fade. They may bleed or get infected in rare cases.

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.

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.

When should I be worried about my birthmark?

Because port wine stains and certain hemangiomas can be disfiguring and embarrassing for children, Rozell-Shannon advises parents to consult with a vascular birthmarks specialist if their child’s birthmark has gotten larger or darker, or isn’t diminishing on its own.

Are people with birthmarks rare?

Birthmarks are common. Research shows that about 10% of babies are born with a type of birthmark known as a hemangioma (he-man-gio-ma). Fortunately, most hemangiomas go away on their own by the time a child is 10 years old. Many disappear sooner.

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.