Question 1

how could i remove my freckles or dark spot on my face?

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Laser,IPL: Many differnt lasers can be used q switched ruby, alex, or nd- yag as well as ipl. It should require 1-3 treatments spaced a few weeks apart. There is temporary redness and slight swelling. See dermatologsot who offers laser services.

Question 2

the dermatologist removed a large dark freckle yesterday and told me he doesn't think it's melanoma but does think it has abnormal cells? meaning?

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Abnormal Mole?: The answer to your question will be provided by the Pathologist after he has looked at the biopsy of the freckly that was taken by the dermatologist. Be sure to get hold of this report and tell us what it says. There are abnormal moles called dysplastic(meaning abnormal cells short of a melanoma) but they can only be seen under the microscope/yet can be suspected which is what dermatologist meant.

Question 3

how to remove freckles naturally?

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You can't; don't try: You'll disfigure yourself and be disappointed. Freckles are as natural to you as the color of your hair, or the special things about your body that the special people in your life like as distinctive to you. Less sunlight is less freckles. Pippi longstocking, asked whether she "suffered from freckles" laughed and said, "no, i love them." since you can't remove them, it's your best choice also.

Question 4

my freckles are getting darker. could this be something serious?

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No: It might be just exposed to sun too much, if you know it's freckles, not moles.

Question 5

how to remove freckles from my face?

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I'd urge you not to: If you use a freckle remover, even from a dermatologist, you risk disfiguring yourself. Freckles are endearing, they're distinctively you, and a majority of your friends probably like them. Ask them. If you want them less prominent, avoid excess sunlight -- wise in any case.

Question 6

what is the best way to remove sunspots and freckles?

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Chem peels or laser: A series of chemical peels or laser or ipl treatments may help to resolve or soften sunspots/freckles with topical medications.

Question 7

what removes freckles?

Accepted Answer

Lasers, but...: A dermatologist with a laser, or you with a bottle of quinone bleach and a lot of patience, can remove freckles. My question is whether this is what you want. Manychildren & adults love their freckles, and someone who likes you may like your freckles as distinctive for you. Truth is, i like freckles and most of the other "it's me!" things that individuate us. It's your choice.

Question 8

how to remove freckles?

Accepted Answer

Removal freckles: Freckles or medically called "ephelis" are deposits of melanin from over production NOt over #s of melanocytes. There are certain laser therapies that could improve the appearances. see terms that have vast types of lasers in their practices... Costs could become high...

Question 9

is there a way to remove freckles?

Accepted Answer

Many options: Topical bleaching creams and retinoids, retinol, glycolic acid can help. More aggressive treatments can be done with lasers, ipl, chemical acid peels, fractional resurfacing.

Question 10

are freckles dangerous? is it good to remove freckles?

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No not dangerous: 29 y/o asks Are freckles dangerous? Is it good to remove freckles? No freckles are not dangerous. Freckles are small skin blemishes/ patches that can get darker and bigger with exposure to Ultraviolet (UV-B) radiation with sun exposure. No it is not good to remove freckles unless they are in cosmetically uncomfortable place and then one needs a Professional. Use of Sunscreen is encouraged.

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