Birthmark Treatments Portland OR

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

Local Businesses

Marla Ross

503-245-2415
10215 Sw Hall Blvd
Portland, OR 97223


Brown Timothy

(503) 257-6393
110 N Tustin Ave
Portland, OR 97233


Diane Romayne Baker

(503) 471-0500
1706 Nw Glisan St – Suite 2
Portland, OR 97209


Milligan Glen A

1-503-256-0038
10819 Southeast Stark Street
Portland, OR 97216


Barbara E Resnick

503-223-3104
2250 Nw Flanders St Ste 205
Portland, OR 97210


Mia Skourtis

(503) 232-3242
174 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
Portland, OR 97213


Mccraw Louis H Pc

1-503-231-1236
5050 Northeast Hoyt Street Suite 414
Portland, OR 97213


Nw Vein Specialists

1-503-352-0427
12400 Nw Cornell Rd
Portland, OR 97229


Claudia Paula Taylor

(503) 215-6405
5050 Ne Hoyt St – Suite 454
Portland, OR 97213


Richard Colin Busby

503-297-1515
9155 Sw Barnes Rd Ste 930
Portland, OR 97225


Button & Stone

(503) 234-9287
4605 Cass St
Portland, OR 97215


Webber, Bruce R – Webber Bruce R

(503) 292-9737
2300 W. Victory Bl., Suite E
Portland, OR 97201


Ross, Marla

503-245-2415
10215 Sw Hall Blvd
Portland, OR 97223


Walter Larsen

(503) 223-3104
2250 Nw Flanders St Ste 205
Portland, OR 97210


Hand & Microsurgery Assoc

(503) 297-1323
1190 Pacific Coast Hwy Unit B
Portland, OR 97201


Vu, Kim-Chi – Kim-Chi Vu Llc

(503) 297-8555
19525 Ventura Blvd
Portland, OR 97201


Constance F Shadwick

3901 Sw Hamilton St
Portland, OR 97221


Juliana Helen Erman

3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd # R
Portland, OR 97239


Adam Maddox

(503) 241-3579
1706 Nw Glisan Street, Ste A
Portland, OR 97209


Dr.Richard Bensimon

(503) 771-1883
140 Nw 14Th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Portland, OR

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.

Can lasers be used to remove birthmarks and tattoos?

How does Laser work to remove Tattoo/birthmarks? Laser beams penetrate skin upto the level of tattooed ink/pigmented birth mark and break it down into small particles. These fragmented particles are slowly cleared from that site by body’s own defense cells and eventually tattoo is cleared in 6 to 8 sittings.

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.

Where are birthmarks most common?

They are found most commonly on the torso, buttocks, and legs. Café-au-lait spots do not go away, may increase in number, and generally do not require treatment. A single café-au-lait spot is not a sign of a health problem.

How can I remove birthmarks naturally?

Natural birthmark removal methods Dab a few drops of lemon juice on the birthmark, leave it for at least 20 minutes, wash it off with warm water and then dry your skin off with a clean towel. Repeat this process at least three times a day until the birthmark has faded.

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)

How can I fade my birthmark naturally?

Dab a few drops of lemon juice on the birthmark, leave it for at least 20 minutes, wash it off with warm water and then dry your skin off with a clean towel. Repeat this process at least three times a day until the birthmark has faded.

Can you shave birthmarks?

A shave excision treatment is used to permanently remove moles and birthmarks from the skin. Shave biopsies and punch biopsies are also used by dermatologists to evaluate skin lesions for skin cancer.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Does everyone get a birthmark?

While birthmarks are common, not everyone has one. There’s no way to predict if a child will have a birthmark or not. Not having a birthmark isn’t a sign of a particular health condition or a cause for concern. Also, remember that many types of birthmarks fade as children get older.

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.