Something new and exciting at Erase Tattoo Removal is Age Spot Removal. Some of you may wonder what are Age Spots? Often age spots are referred to by different names
including Liver Spots, Sun Spots, and Solar Lentigines which can lead to confusion. The name originally
given to these spots was Liver Spots but since that time doctors and medical
professionals have discovered that they are not at all related or caused by the liver. Liver spots are actually caused by increased sun exposure and ultra-violet rays from the sun and they appear when there is an excessive amount of melanin production.
Often age spots appear later on in people's lives and for people who have had excessive
exposure to sunlight throughout their youth. The most common areas where sun spots appear on are on the face and neck
but we have seen clients with age spots on their hands, shoulders and chest.
The most important information the public needs to about these spots is how to prevent and how to protect the skin from developing them. This applies to people who have never had an Age spot or those who had them removed. The best advice is to be proactive and protect the skin from exposure that could lead to not only age spots but other skin related problems that come with exposure to sunlight.
The best tips to protect yourself from Ultra-Violet light by wearing sunscreen at all times while outdoors, avoiding direct sunlight during peak hours (10 AM-2 PM) and wearing protective clothing such as large hats with rims. You can also use umbrellas or wear sheer clothing to cover the areas of the skin that are exposed to the sun.
For those that are concerned about developing Age Spots on their body, the best advice is to go see a Doctor to have the areas examined. Things to look for that may point to a health concern are dark pigmentation, increase in the size of the spot, strange borders or colors and most importantly itching, burning, blood or redness around the area. Most doctors are trained to be able to differentiate between skin related problems and can identify an Age Spot once looking at it.
In most cases a biopsy is not necessary but it can give peace of mind if there is concern of cancer or skin cancer runs in the family. A simple biopsy is then done from a small area of the skin to determine if the there are cancerous cells. This procedure is not time consuming and can usually be done in one short visit. Age spots do not require any treatment and do not pose a health risk so most people should not be alarmed if they see them developing but it is always good to check with a physician to get peace of mind and then decide if they would like to have them removed for aesthetic reasons. There is no medical danger in Age/Sun spots and the choice to have them removed is purely based on the individuals comfort level with their appearance.
The clients we have helped with our Q-Laser Removal have been pleased to look younger and be able to feel comfortable with their appearance after the Age Spots are removed. Many people try home creams, micro-dermabrasion and chemical peels only to find that they do not work well, irritate the skin and may end up costing more than the laser removal when it is all combined. We offer a free and easy consult service on our website. This allows people interested to email a photo along with their information. This can save time and travel cost's for those interested in the Laser Removal. While many clinics do not offer these services, we recommend that anyone interested get a consult with a trained medical professional before making a decision on Age Spot Removal.
The best way to get rid of Sun or Age Spots is to have them removed with a laser. The sessions take no longer then 20-30 min and within a few treatments the Age Spots are gone. We advise anyone having this treatment to be careful going in the sun post laser treatment and to use the same precaution that people without sun spots. Even after laser removal treatment age spots can return if not properly protected from Ultra-Violet rays.
The most important information the public needs to about these spots is how to prevent and how to protect the skin from developing them. This applies to people who have never had an Age spot or those who had them removed. The best advice is to be proactive and protect the skin from exposure that could lead to not only age spots but other skin related problems that come with exposure to sunlight.
The best tips to protect yourself from Ultra-Violet light by wearing sunscreen at all times while outdoors, avoiding direct sunlight during peak hours (10 AM-2 PM) and wearing protective clothing such as large hats with rims. You can also use umbrellas or wear sheer clothing to cover the areas of the skin that are exposed to the sun.
For those that are concerned about developing Age Spots on their body, the best advice is to go see a Doctor to have the areas examined. Things to look for that may point to a health concern are dark pigmentation, increase in the size of the spot, strange borders or colors and most importantly itching, burning, blood or redness around the area. Most doctors are trained to be able to differentiate between skin related problems and can identify an Age Spot once looking at it.
In most cases a biopsy is not necessary but it can give peace of mind if there is concern of cancer or skin cancer runs in the family. A simple biopsy is then done from a small area of the skin to determine if the there are cancerous cells. This procedure is not time consuming and can usually be done in one short visit. Age spots do not require any treatment and do not pose a health risk so most people should not be alarmed if they see them developing but it is always good to check with a physician to get peace of mind and then decide if they would like to have them removed for aesthetic reasons. There is no medical danger in Age/Sun spots and the choice to have them removed is purely based on the individuals comfort level with their appearance.
The clients we have helped with our Q-Laser Removal have been pleased to look younger and be able to feel comfortable with their appearance after the Age Spots are removed. Many people try home creams, micro-dermabrasion and chemical peels only to find that they do not work well, irritate the skin and may end up costing more than the laser removal when it is all combined. We offer a free and easy consult service on our website. This allows people interested to email a photo along with their information. This can save time and travel cost's for those interested in the Laser Removal. While many clinics do not offer these services, we recommend that anyone interested get a consult with a trained medical professional before making a decision on Age Spot Removal.
The best way to get rid of Sun or Age Spots is to have them removed with a laser. The sessions take no longer then 20-30 min and within a few treatments the Age Spots are gone. We advise anyone having this treatment to be careful going in the sun post laser treatment and to use the same precaution that people without sun spots. Even after laser removal treatment age spots can return if not properly protected from Ultra-Violet rays.
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