A small brownish spot (of the pigment melanin) that is darker than the surrounding skin. These spots are more common among whites, especially those with fair skin. Lentigines appear on parts of the body that heavily exposed to sun. The best way to prevent lentigines is to stay out of the sun, apply sunscreen (SPF 30) when outdoors and avoid the use of tanning beds.
Treatment Options: Retinoid and bleaching creams, cryotherapy (freezing) and laser surgery.
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Providers: Keeter D. Sechrist, M.D., Christopher G. Rehme, M.D., Kirsten M. Turchan, M.D., Brian J. Williams, M.D., Robert H. Huff, M.D., Ryan K. Brashear, M.D., Christopher M. Bohyer, M.D., Hannah M. Huddleston, M.D., Charles F. Williams, Jr., M.D., Mary J. Tempel, NP, Veneda K. Robinson, NP, Janelle M. Reklau, PA-C, Lauren D. Fahey, PA-C
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Treatments and Procedures: Skin Cancer Treatment – including Mohs’ Micrographic Surgery, Fillers & Injections (BOTOX®, Juvederm®, Radiesse®), Microdermabrasion & Chemical Peels, Laser Treatments, Laser Hair Removal, Vein Therapy, Photodynamic Therapy, Eyelash Enhancements, Tattoo removal, Medical Conditions,
Common Conditions: Acne, Actinic Keratoses, Aging / Sun Damaged Skin, Alopecia Areata, Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Calluses and Corns, Cellulitis, Cysts, Dry Skin, Fungal Infections of the Skin, General Skin Care, Hair Loss, Hives, Impetigo, Ingrown Hairs / Folliculitis, Keloid (Scars), Keratosis Pilaris, Lentigo (Age Spots), Lichen Planus, Lupus, Melanoma Moles, Molluscum Contagiosum, Nail Health, Pityriasis Rosea, Poison Ivy, Psoriasis, Rashes, Rosacea, Scabies, Seborrheic Keratosis, Shingles (Herpes Zoster), Skin Cancer, Skin Tags, Spider Veins, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Tattoo Removal, Vascular Birthmarks, Vitiligo (Skin Pigment Disorders), Warts, Yeast Infection,
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Related Resources: Candela Laser (v-beam) , Centers for Disease Control & Prevention , Lupus Foundation of America , National Eczema Association , National Institutes of Health , National Psoriasis Foundation , National Vitiligo Foundation , Scleroderma Foundation , Skin Cancer Foundation , The National Rosacea Society
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Procedure Information: BOTOX, Resylane, Mohs
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