Birth marks affect approximately 10% of the population. While not always apparent at birth, a birth mark will generally appear within a few weeks.
Birth marks vary in size, and may be brown, tan, blue, pink, red, flat, or raised. They fall into two main categories:
- Pigmented: Typically comprised of areas of excessive brown or black pigment
- Vascular: Made up of blood vessels (usually pink or red) bunched together in the skin
Birth marks are generally harmless, and the exact cause is unknown.
We offer a number of treatments that can help reduce the appearance of birth marks:
Your exact treatment will depend on your circumstances.
Contact us to learn more about Birth Mark treatments, or to schedule a consultation to discuss how these and other treatments can benefit you.
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