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Can A Birthmark Be Removed?
Question: can a birthmark be removed?
Brief Answer:
removal of birthmark with laser therapy
Detailed Answer:
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The short answer is yes most birthmarks can be removed. The most common type of birth mark called a cafe' au lait. This is a dark pigmentation found at birth that can be found anywhere on the body. If these marks are cosmetically unacceptable then a plastic surgeon can help lessen the marks. The usual treatment is laser therapy to decrease the pigmentation. Most plastic surgeons or dermatologist can perform these procedures.
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removal of birthmark with laser therapy
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for contacting HCM
The short answer is yes most birthmarks can be removed. The most common type of birth mark called a cafe' au lait. This is a dark pigmentation found at birth that can be found anywhere on the body. If these marks are cosmetically unacceptable then a plastic surgeon can help lessen the marks. The usual treatment is laser therapy to decrease the pigmentation. Most plastic surgeons or dermatologist can perform these procedures.
I hope this answers your question. If you have any further question please feel free to contact us again
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