Type:
Cosmetic Dermatology
Consultation Required?:
Yes
Sessions Needed:
Varies
Downtime:
Varies
Lumps, bumps, and spots can appear anywhere on the skin from a variety of causes. Many patients are not fond of their uneven appearance, but their cosmetics are not the only reason why they might be a source of concern. Some of them could be a sign of more serious conditions such as skin cancer, and it is impossible to tell what exactly these spots are with an untrained eye.
But the dermatologists at Dr Refresh are the most trained around, and we can analyse your bumps to determine whether or not they warrant medical treatment. If they are benign, we can integrate laser methods into your treatment plan for precise and effective lumps, bumps, spot, and mole removal.
Age warts and viral warts
Moles
Lumps
Bumps
Age spots
Melasma
Hyperpigmentation
Step 1: Consultation
Before receiving treatment at Dr Refresh, we ask that our patients come in for a consultation to meet with Dr Ritu Gupta or her associate dermatologists, who are specialist medical and cosmetic dermatologists, or one of her nurses and therapists. At this consultation, we want to hear from you and learn more about your concerns. We take this time to develop a treatment plan and determine which of our acne scar treatments in Ultimo may help you.
Step 2: Treatment
We may have you apply a local anaesthetic cream to the area 30 minutes to an hour before your appointment. We will then target your treatment area with intense laser energy to destroy the unwanted pigment or raised skin. The appointment length can range from 15 minutes to one hour, depending on the size and number of spots being treated.
Step 3: Aftercare
Recovery after laser treatments is quite minimal, usually ranging from 5 to 7 days of downtime. During this period, we will provide you with topical gels to apply to the treatment area. We also ask that you wear sun protection, stay out of the sun, and avoid applying makeup to the site. Most patients need only one treatment to fully remove their bumps, spots, and moles.
Erbium Laser Resurfacing
The Erbium device emits a targeted beam into the treatment areas, vaporizing and removing the unwanted spot (like peeling back the skin of an onion).
Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing
Our CO2 laser intensively treats lumps, bumps, warts, and moles to strip back the layers of the skin.
Picosecond Laser
The Picosecond laser sends precise pulses of energy into unwanted spots, such as melasma, moles, prominent pores, or indentations from acne scars.
Before & After
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What if I’m concerned that a spot in my skin may be a sign of a serious health condition?
Dr Ritu Gupta, our specialist cosmetic and medical dermatologist, is experienced and certified in examining any potential areas of concern. She can assess your spot at your initial consultation to determine which treatments may be needed, whether for cosmetic or health reasons. If needed, we also see patients in our partner practice, Platinum Dermatology, for follow-up skin cancer treatment by Dr Gupta.
Are your laser treatments limited to certain skin types?
Our selection of laser devices ensures that almost any skin type and tone has access to effective spot and mole removal in Ultimo. Erbium and Picosecond laser resurfacing, for example, can be used on darker skin types to treat these unwanted bumps and spots.
Is your treatment for mole and spot removal painful?
There is some discomfort involved with laser procedures. Numbing cream reduces any discomfort you may feel, but patients generally do feel heat and a light pricking sensation generated by the laser.
Dr Ritu Gupta founded Dr Refresh to create a practice that combines medical expertise and cosmetic dermatology. Every treatment at our practice is performed by Dr Ritu, her associate dermatologists, or her exceptionally trained and skilled clinicians who take the time to understand you and your concerns. We ensure the highest quality of outcomes through the highest quality of treatments, technology, and talent.
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