With laser treatment for Melasma you can regain your complexion and confidence once again. Melasma even though not life threatening, can lead to an inferiority complex because of the distorted self appearance. Tiny brown stains freckled all over the face can be a cause of embarrassment. Spots mostly develop on the forehead, cheeks, upper lip & even on the nose and the forearms.
How Melasma Occurs?
Melasma happens due to the over production of melanin in the skin that causes portions of skin to turn brown. It usually occurs due to prolonged exposure of skin to the sun. This ailment can infect anybody, but usually is prominent amongst women. A consensus shows men having Melasma constitute only 10% of the total number Melasma affected cases.
One of the reasons why this ailment shows prominence in women is because it mostly occurs during pregnancy. Hormonal activity & even use of oral contraceptives during gestation are known to be causes of Melasma. Melasma can even be genetic in nature and can also be due to endocrine dysfunction or use of cosmetics or medication that the skin may be allergic to. Because women pass through a very sensitive phase during childbirth a condition like Melasma tends to give them a feeling of anxiety and depression.
Techniques For Curing Melasma
Laser treatment for Melasma proves effective only when it is administered along with topical medicines and by following certain restrictive norms. A complete treatment combining lasers, medication & restraints can help to cure this disease. The restrictions in case of Melasma are to avoid any exposure of skin to the sun.
Laser Techniques Used For Melasma
Fraxel Laser technique is one where the laser is able to permeate deep into the skin. It does not damage the outer layer but destroys the pigmented cells causing spot on the skin. Another technique is the Q- switch YAG that again attacks only the Melanin in the skin. This technique is used not only for spots but for tattoos & wrinkles as well. Treatment for both of these techniques is carried out over a period of months with consistent sun avoidance as a rule. A third procedure called Intense Pulse Light is also available. Here, the laser is directed on the visible spot. However, since Melasma affects the deeper layers of the skin, this method does not prove to be effective.
Melasma is a painful disease as it is difficult to get rid off it. The use of topical medicines in each type of laser treatment is always required. The actual results from any laser treatment for Melasma can only be seen over a period of 3 to 6 months.