Laser Freckle Removal Frisco TX

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

Local Businesses

Rodgers, Tim Faad – Rodgers Dermatology

(972) 731-7900
3880 Parkwood Blvd, #102
Frisco, TX 75034


Carla Gustovich

(972) 712-3131
9191 Kyser Way – Bldg 3 Ste B
Frisco, TX 75034


Li, Lucy

972-254-3118
9191 Kyser Way Bldg 3
Frisco, TX 75034


Dermatology Consultants Of Frisco

(972) 335-2727
4685 El Dorado Pky, #100
Frisco, TX 75034


Rodgers, Timothy

972-704-2400
3880 Parkwood Blvd Ste 102
Frisco, TX 75034


Carman Stiles, Christine A – Center-Breast & Body Contourin

(214) 618-4000
5575 Warren Pkwy Ste 304
Frisco, TX 75034


Christine Ann Carman

214-618-4000
5575 Warren Pkwy Ste 304
Frisco, TX 75034


Christine Carman Stiles

(214) 618-4000
5575 Warren Parkway Suite 304
Frisco, TX 75034


Dermatology & Skin Surgery Institute Of North Texas

(972) 712-5100
7044 Lebanon Rd, Suite 102
Frisco, TX 75034


Rodgers Dermatology

(972) 704-2400
3880 Parkwood Blvd, #102
Frisco, TX 75034


Weisberg, Eric – Dermatology Consultants-Frisco

(972) 335-2727
4685 Eldorado Pkwy # 100
Frisco, TX 75034


Bierks, Lucy – Dermatology Consultants-Frisco

(972) 335-2727
4685 El Dorado Pky, #100
Frisco, TX 75034


Timothy Rodgers

972-704-2400
3880 Parkwood Blvd,Suite 102
Frisco, TX 75034


Carman, Christine A – Intl Craniofacial Institute

(214) 618-4000
630 W. 34Th Street Suite 201
Frisco, TX 75034


Frisco Plastic Surgery Pa

(972)334-0400
1015 East 32Nd Street Suite 208
Frisco, TX 75035


Timothy Rodgers

(972) 704-2400
3880 Parkwood Blvd – Suite 102
Frisco, TX 75034


Christine Stiles

(214) 618-4000
901 W 38Th St Ste 410
Frisco, TX 75034


Li, Lucy, Faad – Gustovich, Carla, Faad – Frisco Dermatology Laser And Surgery Center

(972) 712-3131
9191 N 3Rd St
Frisco, TX 75034


Brent Spencer

(972) 712-5100
7044 Lebanon Road, Ste 102
Frisco, TX 75034


Rodgers Dermatology

(469) 384-7291
3880 Parkwood Blvd
Frisco, TX 75034


Laser Freckle Removal FAQ in Frisco, TX

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.

Do freckles get worse with age?

Freckles often fade or disappear with age, while solar lentigines become more common as people get older. You can help keep freckles from getting darker, and reduce the likelihood that more will appear, by taking steps to shield your skin from sunlight, especially during the summer months.

Do brown spots come back after laser?

What to Expect After Laser Treatment. Redness and swelling are normal the day after your laser treatment. Then, within 4-7 days, these spots will begin to flake off like coffee grounds. Whether you choose IPL or a chemical peel, dark spots will come back in the sun.

How many laser treatments does it take to remove freckles?

After one to two laser sessions, most patients are able to remove their freckles.

How long does it take for brown spots to fall off after laser?

Laser treatments are effective at removing brown spots due to sun damage. As the laser passes through the skin, brown pigment absorbs the light preferentially. This creates a dark brown scab that falls off over the following 1-week (for faces) and 2-3 weeks (for hands or body), taking the brown spot with it.

How do I know if I have freckles or melanoma?

Border – melanomas usually have a notched or ragged border. Colours – melanomas will usually be a mix of 2 or more colours. Diameter – most melanomas are usually larger than 6mm in diameter. Enlargement or elevation – a mole that changes size over time is more likely to be a melanoma.

Can freckles be removed by laser?

There are a number of treatments available for freckle removal, including lasers, serums and chemical peels. Laser removal is an effective , permanent treatment for removing freckles and pigmentation.

Are permanent freckles moles?

Freckles and moles are two different types of skin growths. Freckles occur as a result of sun exposure or genetics, whereas moles appear after skin cells develop into a cluster instead of spreading out into the skin.

What are the disadvantages of laser treatment?

Irritation and Redness. It is one of the most common disadvantages of laser treatment for the skin. Crusting. Change in Skin Color. Eye Injuries. Skin Infections. Excessive Skin Dryness. It Takes Time for Results to Show. Pigmentation Risk.

What to expect after laser freckle removal?

Immediately after treatment you will notice a reddening of the skin and a darkening of your freckles. The reddening will start to subside within three hours and over the following few days the pigmentation will rise to the surface of the skin and be removed via normal dead skin cell shedding.

Can I lighten my freckles?

Your dermatologist may recommend a deep chemical peel to fade your freckles. Topical Creams: Topical products like retinoids can help reduce the appearance of sun-damaged skin. There are also products available to fade freckles and other pigmentation issues.

What skin type is most likely to get freckles?

Freckles often show up during childhood, and you may continue to get more until you’re in your 20s. People with fair skin or red hair are most likely to have them. There are two types of freckles: ephelides and solar lentigines. Although both are flat spots, they’re different in a few ways.

Are freckles genetic or sun damage?

Although freckles are hereditary, they are activated by sun exposure. If someone that has the freckle gene (MC1R), they must spend time in the sun in order to produce freckles. A person without the freckles genes will not produce freckles regardless of if they are in the sun or not.