Will laser treatment get rid pigmentation?
Pigmentation can be removed by laser with laser treatment being one of the most effective and advanced ways to remove it pigmentation. Age spots, sun spots, melasma, freckles or dark spots can all be treated with a laser which effectively targets the melanin by up to 80%.
What is the cost of laser treatment for hyperpigmentation in India?
The cost of laser pigmentation treatment on the face in India ranges between Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000 per session. However the overall cost varies based on skin type, strength of pigmentation, area of the skin to be treated, the experience of the dermatologist and underlying health condition.
How much does laser treatment for melasma cost in India?
The average melasma laser treatment cost is between Rs 5,000 to 15,000. However, the cost depends on the severity of your melasma condition, your skin type, and the treatment you choose.
Does hyperpigmentation come back after laser treatment?
Unfortunately, there are times when the damage is so severe from the laser, either with hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation, that the results are permanent.
Is laser skin lightening permanent?
The results of bleaching agents and chemical peels are not permanent. However, laser treatments offer a relatively long-term solution for skin lightening. Laser treatment can permanently remove tattoos and birthmarks but not tan and melasma.
Which laser is best for hyperpigmentation?
Q S ND:YAG
- The 1064 nm QS-Nd:YAG is well absorbed by melanin and being a longer wavelength causes minimal damage to epidermis and is not absorbed by haemoglobin.
- QS-Nd:YAG is the most widely used laser for the treatment of melasma.
What treatment is best for hyperpigmentation?
Hydroquinone is considered by many to be the gold standard treatment for pigmentation. “Hydroquinone blocks the production of pigmentation by inhibiting tyrosinase,” explains Dr Jack, adding that it does so in a particularly potent way.