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Pico Laser’s Advantages in Treating Pigmented Lesions

We’ve talked about the benefits of pico laser in helping one achieve rejuvenated, flawless skin in our previous article. Today, we want to further delve into that when it comes to treating something a little more specific: pigmented lesions.

What are pigmented lesions?

To start with, what are pigmented lesions anyway? Let’s get a clear picture on that first.

Pigmented lesions tend to involve a brown pigment called melanin, which is something we all have. It results in the skin appearing brown in small or big spots due to excessive melanin being present, and in some cases can even appear to be blue or black. While pigmented lesions can be malignant – in other words, cancerous – in some cases, it is more often than not benign and harmless.

Fun fact; did you know that our skin colour is never completely uniform? Furthermore, it changes to varying degrees when we’re exposed to UV radiation. This is how pigmented lesions can happen.

Types of pigmented lesions

There are several types of common pigmented skin lesions. Freckles, melasma, moles, and birthmarks are the most common ones that you’d hear about. Pigmented lesions can also come in the form of skin tags, seborrhoeic keratoses, lentigines (more commonly known as liver spots or age spots), and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. These are all typically harmless, and some, like post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, happens due to injuries.

Pigmented lesions are very common and often times harmless. With that said, they can understandably leave one feeling uncomfortable and unconfident about their appearance, and thus impacting one’s day to day lives.

A second fun(?) fact – moles can often turn lighter and raised as we age.

It is important to know that any lesions that are always itchy or has changes in shape, size, or color should be looked at by a dermatologist for a biopsy. Even if not the case, it would still be advisable to seek a consultation to be on the safe side and ensure that your pigmented lesions aren’t cancerous.

Advantages of Pico Laser in Treating Pigmented Lesions

Next, let’s delve into the advantages of pico laser in treating pigmented lesions. Pico laser is quick, fuss-free, pain-free and so convenient. It is also targeted to address the majority of skin issues and is super precise. Additionally, pico laser helps stimulate both collagen and elastin production, which is essential in skin being repaired and smoother afterwards. 

 

To further elaborate on the speed of pico lasers, the faster time in releasing light energy means a reduced risk of damage to the surrounding skin tissues. The chances of hyperpigmentation are much lesser too as a result, allowing pigment fragments to be quickly and effectively cleared.

 

It is also worth noting that often times, pigmented lesions can be entirely removed in a singular session unless it is major in size. In other words, pico laser is super effective, not to mention a long-lasting and comfortable treatment option for pigmented lesions.

A.M Aesthetics is your choice for treating pigmented lesions

As you now know, pico laser is an ideal treatment option if you are looking to get rid of any pigmented lesions that you find yourself having. Do feel welcome to enquire us for more info or to book a consultation by contacting 011-5938 1333. Beautiful skin is yours to have! Our experienced team will gladly aid you in getting the most out of your pico laser experience.

Here at A.M Aesthetics, we are one of the largest chains with 13 outlets in Singapore alone, and currently with one outlet in Penang. Our equipment and devices are all FDA-approved and we are globally present in Thailand, and China as well.