Age Spots (Lentigo)
Age spots are flat, brown or tan patches that appear on sun-exposed areas over time.
How We Approach Age Spots (Lentigo)
Treatment aims to selectively target excess pigment while preserving surrounding skin and minimizing downtime. Careful assessment helps determine whether true age spots are present or if pigmentation may be related to other conditions such as melasma or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
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Assess pattern, location, and pigmentation type2
Select pigment-specific technology3
Build a tailored treatment plan4
Treat and monitor progress over time
Frequently Asked Questions
Most do not fade naturally. Once pigment becomes established in deeper layers of the skin, professional treatment is often needed to lighten or remove it.
Yes. While treated spots can be significantly reduced or cleared, new ones may develop over time with continued sun exposure. Sun protection helps prolong results.
Most pigment treatments are quick and require little downtime. Improvements develop gradually as the pigment breaks down and lifts through the skin’s natural processes.
Age spots are flat, well-defined pigmented macules that remain at skin surface level. Moles are raised growths composed of melanocyte clusters that extend deeper into skin layers. Age spots have uniform tan or brown color, while moles may have varied pigmentation.
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