Birthmark Removal
Birthmarks are splotches on the surface of the skin which are present at the time of birth or some days later. In some cases, these might appear years later. Unlike other skin conditions, birthmarks, in most of the cases, are harmless and generally require proper counseling. Treatment is required only due to cosmetic significance in case it affects visible parts of the body like the face and arms.
Birthmarks can be of three types-
1. Hyperpigmented (darker than normal skin color) like nevus of ota, becker’s nevus2. Hypopigmented (lighter than normal skin color) like nevus depigmentosus
3. Vascular (reddish or pinkish) like port wine stain, strawberry angioma
The treatment depends on the type of nevus and on the type of tissues involved. However, one should understand that not every birthmark is treatable. Those that cannot be removed completely can also be reduced to some extent. Sometimes birthmarks can be a clue to some serious problem hence it is extremely important to consult a qualified professional. Dr Kashish Kalra is best doctor for birthmark removal treatment in delhi as he is trained in France for laser surgery of birthmark removal.
Various treatment modalities are used for birthmarks at Dr. Kalra’s skin clinic such as-
1. Medical treatment
The medical name for a birthmark is NEVUS. Birthmarks are very common in newborn babies and they appear where skin cells or blood vessels don’t develop as they should. Medical treatment can decrease the visibility of some vascular birthmarks but it is not effective in every case. Topical and oral medication can be suggested by the doctor to reduce or remove the marks.
2. Laser treatment for birthmarks
Lasers work by emitting a wavelength of high energy light which, when focused on a certain skin condition, will create heat and destroy diseased cells. Measures that destroy the affected tissues are certainly helpful in case of birthmarks and laser is one such method.
ND-YAD-Q-SWITCHED LASER- This laser is used for dark birthmarks like nevus spilus, nevus of OTA. This laser targets the melanin which is in the deeper layers of the skin.
C02 LASER- This laser treats the birthmarks which feel like extra skin growth like epidermal nevus, compound nevus.
DIODE LASER- This laser is needed for nevus which have excess hair growth in it like becker’s nevus.
Dr Kalra’s skin clinic is equipped with all these laser facilities for treatment of birthmarks and it is certainly the best place for laser treatment in South Delhi
3. Surgical Grafting
This method is used when other non-surgical treatments have not worked. A hemangioma that is large, or found on an internal organ also requires surgery and is carried out under the influence of general anesthesia. Sometimes in cases like nevus depigmentosus it is the primary modality of treatment.
4. Surgical Revision
In cases like congenital melanocytic nevus the whole nevus is resected and is stitched with plastic surgery stitches leaving behind a very thin scar stitch line which slowly fades with time.
Dr Kalra’s skin clinic offers all of these treatments for birthmarks depending on type and size of nevus. When you visit Dr. Kalra’s skin Clinic, be ready answer a few questions about your medical history or current medications you are on. Treatment is individualized by Dr Kashish Kalra who is a trained dermatosurgeon and is best doctor for birthmark treatment in Delhi.
