Liver Spots Laser Treatments

Whether due to natural aging or sun damage, liver spots (aka age spots) can result in uneven skin and an older appearance. Fortunately, lasers are a safe and effective way that men and women can eradicate these pigmented blemishes and regain a clear, vibrant, and youthful complexion, without surgery, incisions, or anesthesia.

So, which procedure is right for you?

Here are 5 options for treating liver spots with lasers, and what patients can expect should they decide to undergo one of these treatments.

1. Ablative Laser

An ablative laser diminishes liver spots by delivering light-based energy to the epidermal layer of the skin. In doing so, it creates a wound-healing effect that facilitates the production of new collagen and cellular renewal. The result is smooth, even, and radiant skin.

While this treatment option is non-surgical and can be performed in your doctor’s office, the healing process can take 2-3 weeks, with approximately 7-10 days of social downtime.

2. Non-Ablative Laser

Comparatively, a non-ablative laser creates controlled thermal damage in the dermis, without harming the skin’s surface. This method of treating liver spots with lasers also stimulates growth of collagen and elastin to gradually fade areas of hyperpigmentation and combat signs of aging.

Recovery period is quick and usually takes only 2-3 days.

3. Fractional Laser

When it comes to treating age spots with lasers, a fractional laser may be your best option.

As its name suggests, this non-invasive procedure targets a fraction of skin at a time, while protecting the surrounding tissue.

Consequently, it can penetrate the epidermis and dermis for deeper rejuvenation and little-to-no downtime.

4. Photodynamic Laser

A photodynamic laser seeks to reduce age spots by applying a light sensitizing solution and then delivering laser energy to the covered areas.

The treatment is performed in 2 stages, spaced 30 minutes apart, to effectively reduce liver spots, freckles, and other pigmented lesions and requires zero downtime.

5. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

IPL emits a broad-spectrum light that is readily absorbed by excess melanin in liver spots, sun spots, and freckles. This approach to treating liver spots with lasers is considered by many to be ideal because it penetrates deeper than other procedures.

Additionally, IPL can be used to target spider veins, rosacea, acne, and other vascular issues.

To learn more about treating liver spots with lasers, please contact The Vein Center of Maryland to schedule a comprehensive consultation with one of our vein specialists.