Birthmark Treatments Novi MI

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

Local Businesses

Joseph Wm Kaufman

248-380-8900
47601 Grand River Ave
Novi, MI 48374


Michael Randy Cohen

(248) 324-2222
39475 Lewis Dr – Suite 150
Novi, MI 48377


Malinowski Jolanta E

(248) 347-8294
44000 W 12 Mile Rd
Novi, MI 48374


Andrew Chen

(248) 661-6478
310 N Grandview Ave
Novi, MI 48377


Dermatology Associates

(248) 380-8900
26850 Providence Pky
Novi, MI 48374


Jefrey Fishman

1000 Langworthy St
Novi, MI 48374


Brittian, Debbie – Plastic Surgery

(248) 305-8400
1751 Madison Ave Bldg 7
Novi, MI 48374


Harbeck, Mark

319-356-2274
26850 Providence Pkwy Ste 535
Novi, MI 48374


Jolanta E Malinowska

248-347-8261
41935 W 12 Mile Rd Ste 200
Novi, MI 48377


Great Lakes Dermatology

(248) 324-2222
39475 Lewis Dr, Ste 150
Novi, MI 48377


Jefrey Fishman

(248) 643-7374
47601 Grand River Avenue Suite A120
Novi, MI 48374


Forte Robert A

(248) 344-4738
801 Harmony Street Suite 305
Novi, MI 48374


Gilmore & Lacivita & Assoc

(248) 926-6673
200 Mercy Dr # 101
Novi, MI 48377


Jeffery Flagg Dds

(248) 735-3800
310 N Grandview Ave # A
Novi, MI 48377


Chiara, Louis C – Chiara Louis C

(248) 427-1000
39595 W 10 Mile Rd
Novi, MI 48375


Vincent Dinick

(248) 919-1100
310 N Grandview Ave # A
Novi, MI 48375


Jane J Kim

248-380-8900
47601 Grand River Ave Ste B132
Novi, MI 48374


Dwight Galloway

(248) 735-3800
1St Floor 42450 W. 12 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48377


Aesthetics Plastic

(248) 449-4848
1500 Associates Dr
Novi, MI 48375


Lisa A Barron

248-380-8900
47601 Grand River Ave Ste B132
Novi, MI 48374


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Novi, MI

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.

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 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 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)

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.

Which cream can I use to remove dark spots?

Blue Nectar Natural Vitamin C Face Cream. Glowpink Dark Spot Corrector Cream. Re’ Equil Skin Radiance Cream. Eeza Anti Blemish Face Cream. Dermafique Age Defying Nuit Regenerating Cream. DERMATOUCH Skin Radiance Cream. AURAVEDIC Dark Spot Removal Cream. Mamaearth Skin Correct Face Serum.

Do birthmarks come back after removal?

Keep in mind that laser treatments may not get rid of the birthmark entirely (though some birthmarks disappear completely after treatment). Plus, over time the birthmark may come back and need to be retreated.

What are birthmarks made of?

Birthmarks are made up of malformed pigment cells or blood vessels. Although the cause of birthmarks is not known, most of them are benign (noncancerous) and do not require treatment. Babies with birthmarks should be examined and diagnosed by a health care provider.

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.

Can dermatologist help with birthmark?

Your dermatologist will tell you what to look for. This allows you to treat the birthmark only if treatment becomes necessary. This can be an effective approach for a strawberry hemangioma, a type of birthmark that can grow quickly.

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)

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.

Are birthmarks genetic?

Some birthmarks are hereditary and run in families, but most aren’t. Very occasionally, some are caused by gene mutations. For example, some babies born with a type of birthmark called port-wine stains (because they look similar to a splash of wine) may have a rare condition called Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome.

What is a royal birthmark?

9 According to Bloch, belief in the royal birthmark—a mysterious mark on sovereigns’ bodies indicating their royal status—was “one of the most lively superstitions in the Middle Ages,” which gives “a deep insight into the popular mind.”10 It provides evidence of the concept of the sacred and miraculous nature of …

Can you shave a birthmark?

It is not recommended to shave or wax hairy birthmarks since it traumatises the birthmark, but the hair can be carefully trimmed with scissors.