Got More Sun Spots This Past Summer? We Can Banish Those With Laser Therapy

Summer has faded, but those dark spots on your skin not only remain, but have multiplied. Brown spots are a common sign of sun damage. But you don’t have to live with them.

At Best Impression Med Spa in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, Dr. Robert Mirabile and Dr. Vivian Hsu have helped countless clients erase these unwanted remnants of summer with state-of-the-art laser therapy.

Here’s what you need to know about this noninvasive, pain-free treatment and how it can help erase sun spots and restore an even skin tone.

What are sunspots?

Sunspots, also known as solar lentigines, are flat, brown spots that appear on areas of the skin most exposed to the sun, such as the face, hands, and arms. They develop when ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun causes pigment-producing cells called melanocytes to multiply and produce more melanin, the pigment that gives your skin its color. 

Though generally harmless, sunspots can make your skin look older and less uniform.

How laser therapy can help

Laser therapy works by sending concentrated beams of light energy into the skin, where the dark pigment in sunspots absorbs it. This energy breaks up the excess melanin, which your body then naturally clears away, causing the spots to fade and disappear. 

At Best Impression Med Spa, we offer a range of state-of-the-art laser treatments, including CO2 laser resurfacing, to address sun damage. Dr. Mirabile or Dr. Hsu will recommend the best option for you based on your skin type and goals.

What to expect from treatment

During your consultation, we will assess your skin and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. We perform the laser procedure right in our office. You might feel a sensation similar to a rubber band snapping against your skin, but you shouldn’t experience pain. 

After treatment, your skin may be sensitive and appear red, similar to a sunburn. This is a regular part of the healing process. Over the following week, the treated spots will darken and flake off, revealing clearer, more radiant skin underneath.

The number of laser treatments required to eliminate sunspots varies among patients, depending on the severity of the spots and the individual’s skin type. However, generally, two to six sessions are recommended, spaced about four weeks apart.

Don’t let sunspots dull your glow. To learn more about how laser therapy can help you banish pesky brown spots, request a personalized consultation at our Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, office today. Call us or use our online booking tool.