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.
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Advanced Dermatology Center
Rapid City, SD 57701
Dr.Richard Carver
Rapid City, SD 57702
Boddicker, Marc
Rapid City, SD 57701
Boddicker, Marc E – Advanced Dermatology Ctr
Rapid City, SD 57701
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Rapid City, SD 57701
Dr.Vassilia Young
Rapid City, SD 57702
Robert James Schutz
Rapid City, SD 57701
Victoria Kosters Finley
Rapid City, SD 57701
Robert J Schutz
Rapid City, SD 57701
Black Hills Dermatology Centre
Rapid City, SD 57702
Black Hills Plastic Surgery
Rapid City, SD 57701
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Rapid City, SD 57701
Gregory Wittenberg
Rapid City, SD 57701
Plastic Surgical Center
Rapid City, SD 57701
Tamara Lyn Poling
Rapid City, SD 57701
Roger Steven Knutsen
Rapid City, SD 57701
West River Dermatology
Rapid City, SD 57701
Robert Schutz
Rapid City, SD 57701
Vassilia D Young
Rapid City, SD 57709
Richard F Carver
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.