Laser Freckle Removal Lakeland FL

Find top doctors who perform Laser Freckle Removal in Lakeland, FL. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Lakeland, FL.

Local Businesses

Albear Plastic Surgery

(863) 688-7858
3020 S Florida Ave Ste 305
Lakeland, FL 33803


Shreekant Tripathi

(863) 688-0536
520 E. Garden Street
Lakeland, FL 33805


Castor Stanley A

(863)647-8082
1033 North Parkway Frontage Road
Lakeland, FL 33803


Primex Plastics Inc

(863)665-6550
3010 Maine Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801


Roth, William

863-904-6211
1755 N Florida Ave
Lakeland, FL 33805


Linwood D Bond

863-680-7267
1033 N Parkway Frontage Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803


Doran Stark

4429 Florida National Drive
Lakeland, FL 33813


Knight, Timothy E – North County Dermatology

(863) 853-3331
930 Marcum Rd, #12
Lakeland, FL 33801


Sharon Ilene Fairbee

863-680-7000
1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33805


Reschly, Wilbur R – Reschly Wilbur R

(863) 644-6415
4316 Highland Park Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33801


Adult Pediatric Dermatology

(863) 687-2055
727 S Florida Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801


Faeza Kazmier

863-680-7676
1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33805


David Gregory Yrastorza

863-686-2282
1417 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 104
Lakeland, FL 33805


Doran Robert Stark

863-647-2200
4429 Florida National Dr
Lakeland, FL 33813


Albear, Mellisa – Albear Plastic Surgery

(863) 688-7858
3020 S Florida Ave # 305
Lakeland, FL 33801


Wilbur Roy Reschly

863-644-6415
4316 Highland Park Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33813


Pepine Marci L Pllc

(863) 687-2055
727 S Florida Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801


Knight, Timothy E – Knight, Timothy E – North County Dermatology

(863) 853-3331
930 Marcum Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809


David Yrastorza

863-686-2282
1417 Lakeland Hills Blvd,Ste 104
Lakeland, FL 33805


Lyle George D

1-863-603-9676
2410 South Florida Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33803


Laser Freckle Removal FAQ in Lakeland, FL

Can too much laser damage skin?

Lasers can harm the skin via photochemical or thermal burns. Depending on the wavelength, the beam may penetrate both the epidermis and the dermis. The epidermis is the outermost living layer of skin.

How many IPL treatments does it take to get rid of freckles?

You may need three to five IPL treatments before the results are complete. The number of treatments depends on the size of the treatment area, or whether you’re hoping just to fade freckles or want them removed entirely. Multiple treatments are typically spaced out and performed after three to six weeks have passed.

How can you tell if new freckles are cancerous?

Changing mole. Spot that looks like a new mole, freckle, or age spot, but it looks different from the others on your skin. Spot that has a jagged border, more than one color, and is growing. Dome-shaped growth that feels firm and may look like a sore, which may bleed.

Is IPL for freckles permanent?

IPL can treat discoloration from acne, but it is not an effective treatment for the ongoing condition of acne. It is also not effective for removing freckles, since the pigment is much deeper and permanent.

What happens if you laser a freckle?

Many freckles are often removed after just one session, and even persistent freckles can fade into obscurity after repeated sessions. Laser treatment will remove your freckles, but long term, new freckles can appear if you’re not careful in the sun.

Do lasers get rid of brown spots?

Laser treatments are the number one most effective treatment for brown spot removal. There are several laser systems that can gently and effectively remove unwanted pigment from your skin.

How long do permanent freckles last?

Just like any other permanent makeup or cosmetic tattoo procedure, on average freckles will last between one and three years.

What deficiency causes freckles?

The hyperpigmentation related to vitamin B12 deficiency is more common in darker-skinned patients. Few other cases of skin hyperpigmentation due to vitamin B12 deficiency have been reported in the literature. The mechanism of hyperpigmentation is due to increased melanin synthesis rather than a defect in melanin.

Can freckles go cancerous?

Freckles are noncancerous, but they may be confused with skin cancer. Excessive sun exposure is a risk factor for both freckles and melanomas. Melanoma is more common in people with fair skin or freckles than in those with dark skin.

What is a suspicious freckle?

ABCDE of Melanoma: A for Asymmetry – the mole is not symmetrical. B for Border – the border of a freckle/mole is suspicious. C for Color – there is a variation in color within the spot or compared to other moles/freckles. D for Diameter – the mole is larger than 6mm in diameter.

Which vitamin is good for removing freckles?

Three of the best vitamins for lightening dark spots are vitamin C, vitamin B12, and vitamin E. Vitamin C helps your skin produce more collagen while inhibiting the formation of melanin. Vitamin B12 also promotes collagen formation while supporting the growth of new skin cells.

How to stop getting freckles?

Use a sunscreen with SPF (sun protection factor) 30 or above. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours while you are out in the sun. Avoid stepping out when the sun’s rays are at their peak (10 am to 4 pm) Wear sun-protective clothing and hats.

What is the best laser to remove brown spots?

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) IPL is a great treatment to target dark spots. IPL uses multiple wavelengths to treat brown pigmentation and age spots. Common areas include hands, neck, chest, and face. IPL targets melanin-making cells without harming the surface of the skin.