Melasma
What is Melasma?Many people want flawless skin, free of blemishes, pigmented spots, and other imperfections. However, perfect skin is not easy to achieve, especially when certain skin conditions develop. If you’ve developed brown or dark pigmented spots on your skin, it can be difficult to get rid of them on your own or try to cover them up. These spots may indicate melasma, a skin condition that doesn’t cause harm to your health, but many find it to be an aesthetic concern.
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What Is Melasma?
Melasma is a skin pigmentation disorder affecting 1.5 to 33 percent of the population. It causes brown or gray patches to appear on the skin, often on the face, though it can also occur on the neck, arms, and back. When melasma develops on the face, it typically appears on the cheeks, chin, bridge of the nose, forehead, or above the upper lip.
Although both men and women experience melasma, it is far more likely to occur in women. Pregnancy and the use of hormonal birth control pills can make women more susceptible to melasma. Some people are genetically predisposed to develop melasma, as about 50 percent of people with melasma have family members with the condition.
Why Choose Melasma Treatment?
While melasma does not cause health problems or harm the skin, many people with the condition dislike how it changes their skin’s appearance. The brown and dark spots can distract from your facial features, and many people may try to cover them up with makeup. It can be emotionally taxing to feel like you need to hide your skin due to these pigmentation spots, especially if they are in facial areas since it’s nearly impossible to hide your face in everyday life. People with melasma may struggle with confidence due to not feeling comfortable in their skin.
Melasma treatment offers an option for patients to regain and enhance their confidence in themselves. It’s no secret that looking good helps make you feel good, and treatment can help make that happen.
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How Does Melasma Treatment Work?
Every patient has unique skin, so it makes sense that what works great for some people may not work as well for others. At NOVA Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, we offer customized melasma treatment plans for patients, catering each treatment step to suit their skin needs. During a consultation with us, you’ll meet with one of our Physician Assistants, who will assess your skin and listen to your areas of concern and aesthetic goals. A treatment plan will be designed for you based on what is discussed during your consultation. This treatment plan may include skin care products, topical treatments, microneedling, chemical peels, or other methods.
Who Is a Good Candidate For Melasma Treatment?
Most people who have been diagnosed with melasma can be good candidates for treatment.
However, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding and patients going through chemotherapy are not candidates.
Schedule your consultation with NOVA Plastic Surgery and Dermatology to determine if you are a candidate for melasma treatment.