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Pigmented lesions
Age spots, sun spots, liver spots and irregular pigmentation can now be quickly and easily treated with a non-invasive rejuvenation treatment using intense pulsed light (IPL) for conditions located on the face, neck, hands or body.
We have 'Perfect Solutions' combination treatment packages available. Please ask our Customer Care Advisors for more information concerning these effective solutions.
Prices from £200
Frequently asked questions
How is the treatment carried out?
A layer of gel is applied to the area of skin so as to guide the light to the skin. The area may also be cooled to increase comfort during treatment. The light applicator is placed on the skin and a short pulse of light is released. The applicator is then moved to the neighbouring area and the process is repeated until the entire area is treated. The chilled gel is removed and the area moisturised using aloe vera gel.
Am I suitable for treatment?
Yes, almost everyone can be treated apart from very dark skinned and tanned individuals. However, not all pigmented lesions can be treated. Large, dark moles should not be treated, nor should lesions covering a large part of the body. The pigmented marks that respond the best are superficial lesions such as those caused by sun damage (sun spots) and freckles.
What other contra-indications are there to treatment?
- Photo-sensitivity
- Keloid scarring (overgrowth of scar tissue)
- Active herpes (cold sores)
- Skin infections
- Darker skin or recently tanned skin
How does the treatment feel?
Most patients describe the discomfort as moderate and acceptable. No anaesthesia is required. Sensations vary but most describe it as a very short hot pin prick.
What should I expect after the treatment?
Redness and a slight warming sensation are normal after treatment. The lesions will darken after treatment and may appear more obvious at first, but gradually the marks will ‘flake’ awawy. Continued sun exposure may result in recurrence of the original mark and sunscreen should be used to prevent this happening.
Are there any side effects?
The skin of some patients becomes quite red immediately after treatment. However, most patients experience no side effects and the redness usually disappears within hours to a few days. Very rarely hyper-pigmentation (darkening), hypo-pigmentation (whitening) or blistering of the skin may occur, but these are usually temporary.
How long does each treatment take?
The length of each treatment will depend on the type and size of t the lesion present, but a typical session will take 15 – 30 minutes.
How many treatments are necessary?
The length and number of treatments will depend on the type and size of the pigmented mark present, but typically 1-3 treatments will be needed. Treatments should take place approximately every 4-6 weeks.
Before and after
Testimonial
I first visited the Courthouse Clinic in late 2006 to discuss some facial skin pigmentation with Dr Myers. He performed a thorough examination of the skin on my face and provided me with a very clear diagnosis of the various conditions of my skin and the options for treatment. He was incredibly helpful and answered all my questions very thoroughly.
Following his advice, I decided to have a course of IPL treatments. Dr Myers explained the treatments very clearly, how they would make my skin feel and what I should do to protect my skin in future. After several treatments, my skin showed significant improvements. Dr Myers was very clear about what could be improved and what couldn't - he never encouraged me to spend money on expensive treatments that would not have benefited me.
My skin is now much improved since my first visit to the Courthouse Clinic. As a result, my confidence in my appearance has improved too. I shall continue to visit Dr Myers to check my skin from time to time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Courthouse Clinic to a friend or family member.
Brenton Crew
December 2008
