Birthmark Treatments Salem MA

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

Local Businesses

Adams Center For Aesthetic Surgery

(617)262-2208
2 Newbury Street
Salem, MA 01970


John Frederich Von Weiss

978-744-3223
107 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


Jeannie Hye-Joon Chung

(978) 744-3223
107 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


Hans Erick Von Weiss

(978) 744-3223
107 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


Chung, Jeannie H – Von Weiss Dermatology Ctr

(978) 744-3223
107 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01971


Keith Rae

55 Highland Avenue
Salem, MA 01970


John F Von-Weiss

(978) 744-3223
107 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


Beverly Marie Shafer

978-741-2611
86 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


North Shore Ear Nose & Throat

(978) 745-6601
55 Highland Ave Ste 201
Salem, MA 01970


Chung, Jeannie H – Von Weiss Dermatology

(978) 744-3223
107 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


Keith William Rae

(978) 741-9004
84 Highland Ave – Suite 312
Salem, MA 01970


Dr.Hans Von Weiss

(978) 744-3223
107 Highland Avenue
Salem, MA 01970


Adams Center For Aesthetic

(978) 531-0550
55 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


Rae Keith W

(978)741-9004
84 Highland Avenue
Salem, MA 01970


Von Weiss Dermatology

(978) 744-3223
107 Highland Ave
Salem, MA 01970


Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Salem, MA

Can I tattoo over birthmark?

In short, the answer to your question is yes — you can get a tattoo over a birthmark. There are tattoo artists all over the country who will willingly allow you to put a tattoo over any part of your body, no matter the issues it may cause down the road.

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 do you cover up brown birthmarks?

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.

Do birthmark removal creams work?

Answer: Birthmark creams don’t work There are many types of birthmarks, but I can answer for all of them that creams will not work to remove any type of birthmark. I think you should see a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon for an evaluation and recommendations. Don’t waste your money on creams.

Is Vitamin E good 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.

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.

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)

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.

Do birthmarks return after laser?

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.

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.