Laser Freckle Removal Wausau WI

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

Local Businesses

Aspirus Dermatology

(715) 847-2626
2720 Plaza Drive Suite 2300
Wausau, WI 54401


William R Owen

(715) 847-3000
2727 Plaza Dr
Wausau, WI 54401


Katrina A Smith

(715) 847-2626
2720 Plaza Dr Ste 2300
Wausau, WI 54401


Stephen P Fox

(715) 847-0444
425 Pine Ridge Blvd – Ste 205
Wausau, WI 54401


Plastic Surgery Group Sc

(715) 847-0444
601 18Th Avenue Southeast Suite 3
Wausau, WI 54401


Fox, Stephen P – Plastic Surgery Group Sc

(715) 847-0444
115 W Century Ave Ste B
Wausau, WI 54401


Stephen Patrick Fox

715-847-0444
425 Pine Ridge Blvd Ste 205
Wausau, WI 54401


John A Butler

(715) 847-0444
425 Pine Ridge Blvd – Suite 205
Wausau, WI 54401


Norman Fred Deffner

715-847-2626
2720 Plaza Dr Ste 2300
Wausau, WI 54401


Randal Charles Kumm

715-849-5333
510 N 17Th Ave Ste B
Wausau, WI 54401


Smith, Katrina

715-847-2626
425 Pine Ridge Blvd Ste 305A
Wausau, WI 54401


Butler, John A – Plastic Surgery Group Sc

(715) 847-0444
Delivery Door B 401 North 9Th Street
Wausau, WI 54401


Norman Deffner

(715) 847-2626
2720 Plaza Dr Ste 2300
Wausau, WI 54401


Kinney, Jill – Plastic Surgery Group Sc

(715) 847-0444
115 W. Century Avenue Suite B
Wausau, WI 54401


William Owen

(715) 847-3535
2727 Plaza Drive
Wausau, WI 54401


John Andrew Butler

715-847-0444
425 Pine Ridge Blvd Ste 205
Wausau, WI 54401


William Owen

(715) 847-3484
2727 Plaza Dr
Wausau, WI 54401


Ear Nose & Throat Assoc

(715) 847-2021
414 N 7Th St
Wausau, WI 54401


Wanke, Karin – Ear Nose & Throat Assoc

(715) 847-2021
1500 24Th Ave Sw
Wausau, WI 54401


John Butler

(715) 847-0444
Suite 205
Wausau, WI 54401


Laser Freckle Removal FAQ in Wausau, WI

What removes freckles permanently?

Can freckles be permanently removed? Laser treatments are designed to permanently remove your freckles. Most people only require one treatment to achieve this, but others may require multiple treatments. However, this procedure does not prevent you from developing more freckles in the future due to sun damaged skin.

Does pigmentation come back after laser?

Usually, pigmented lesions or spots that have been removed will not return after your laser treatments. However, there are various factors that can stimulate new hyperpigmentation e.g. exposure to UV, ageing, hormonal factors. Laser pigmentation removal treatments do not prevent new hyperpigmentation from occurring.

What purpose do freckles serve?

Dr. Lisa Arkin. Freckles are composed of an ingredient called melanin, which protects against damage caused by UV light. Your body makes melanin to protect itself from sun damage.

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.

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.

Do age spots come back after IPL?

Sometimes a specific brown spot that resolved with IPL treatment may come back months or years later. This does not mean the treatment did not work, but rather, the treatment worked and the spot returned due to aging and lifestyle factors, and it should respond well to another treatment.

Do freckles get darker after IPL?

Individual pigmented spots may appear to darken immediately following an IPL treatment, but they will fade away over time. Your skin may appear red or slightly swollen immediately after treatment, but these symptoms usually disappear the same or next day. You’ll be able to resume normal activities right away.

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.

How much does it cost to get rid of freckles?

The pricing could be from $500 on up, again depending what laser would work best for your needs. I’d recommend seeing a laser surgeon for a full consultation and get an estimate.

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.

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.

Does laser freckle removal leave scars?

In the hands of a skilled and experienced provider, freckle removal treatments should not result in a scar.

How can I reduce my face freckles?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) rejuvenation. Laser treatment. Chemical Peels. Topical retinoid creams. Natural remedies.

Can a freckle turn into melanoma?

Normal moles, freckles, skin tags and lentigines are not skin cancers and they aren’t considered to be pre-cancerous. Moles don’t tend to “turn into” skin cancers. People with many moles (more than 100) have a higher risk of developing melanoma during their lifetime.