Dyschromia is a medical condition that mainly affects hair, nail and skin coloration. A person might notice patchy skin due to hyperpigmentation, which is an indication of dyschromia. This kind of discoloration can cause self-esteem issues, especially when it appears on the face. The good news is that you can overcome this condition by following […]
Laser Toning Treatment: FAQs
We all are born with flawless skin, but pollution, aging, improper skin care and exposure to UV rays take a toll on all of us. Fortunately, at Metro Dermatology, we offer laser toning treatment to treat hyperpigmentation, melasma, and other skin concerns. This non-invasive treatment also rejuvenates the skin texture with little to no downtime. […]
What Is Vitamin C Iontophoresis?
Are you suffering from hyperpigmentation? If so, you might benefit from Vitamin C iontophoresis, a treatment that lightens the skin to correct hyperpigmentation. Although hyperpigmentation is harmless, it can be very frustrating when you aren’t able to achieve the even complexion you want. Metro Dermatology is one of the only practices to offer vitamin C […]
Melasma Treatments in Flushing
Hormonal imbalances and other factors affect the look and quality of your skin in numerous ways. While you may not be able to avoid the biological influxes of hormones, you have options when it comes to restoring your appearance. If you are dealing with melasma, consider taking advantage of our professional treatments in Flushing. What […]
Treating Melasma with Fractional Laser Resurfacing
Melasma is a common skin condition characterized by brownish blotches on the face. It is most common in women who are between 20 and 40 years old. What Causes Melasma? Melasma results when the pigment cells or melanocytes make too much melanin that then ends up in the epidermis, dermis or both. The last type […]
What is Melasma and How is it Treated?
Melasma is a medical condition that causes dark brown and gray patches on the face. The dark patches most commonly occur on the forehead, cheeks, and nose. While anyone can get melasma at some point in their life, the condition is much more common in women. Pregnant women are extremely susceptible to getting melasma due […]
Minimize Melasma with Laser Toning Treatment
Melasma is a condition where brown patches of darker skin appear. This condition is incredibly common, as an estimated six million Americans have it. This condition can be considered just as harmless as wrinkles, but it can be significantly more difficult to treat. Dermatologists cite the way that melasma develops within the deeper layers of […]
Laser Toning Treatments for Melasma
Melasma is a widespread skin issue that is also sometimes referred to as chloasma. The disorder causes brown patches on a person’s face, usually on the cheeks, chin, forehead, above the upper lip, and bridge of the nose. Melasma can also surface in other areas of the body that get an ample amount of sun […]
Laser Treatments for Dyschromia
Dyschromia is a condition characterized by discolored patches of skin, and it can also affect the hair and nails. There are two broad categories: hyperpigmentation in which the patches are abnormally dark and hypopigmentation in which they are abnormally light. Vitiligo is an example of dyschromia with hypopigmentation. Dyschromia has multiple causes. Hypopigmentation is sometimes […]
Benefits of Fractional Resurfacing For Melasma
People who suffer from melasma often attempt to treat their condition using a variety of skin ointments, particularly the type noted for its effect on limiting the production of melanin. Although they tend to be cheaper to the consumer, most of these topical creams and salves do very little to improve the overall texture and […]