Melasma,
AKA mask of pregnancy, has been a growing challenge in women of all ages and skin
types. Melasma is caused by an over production of melanin in the skin, most commonly
caused by hormone fluctuations in women. Melasma is an acquired pigmentation
due to excessive melanin deposit in sun-exposed areas. Looking like a dark stain
of the skin, it can be speckled or confluent. The cheeks, the upper lip, the chin,
and the forehead are the most common locations, but it can occasionally occur
in other sun-exposed locations. Chloasma is a synonymous term sometimes used to
describe the occurrence of melasma during pregnancy. Melasma is also a complication
of hormone replacement therapy or from birth control pills.
Melasma
is a skin condition presenting as brown patches on the face of adults. Melasma
appears as brown or gray-brown patches on the face & generally appear on the
cheeks, forehead, upper lip, and chin. Melasma is associated with ultraviolet
exposure, pregnancy, birth control pills, and hormone replacement therapy.
Melasma
Treatments in Tampa,
Florida. Below is a list of offices in & near Tampa that offer various Melasma
(Mask of Pregnancy) removal procedures:
Edward G. Mackay, MD -
Allure Med Spa 2863
Alt. 19 North Palm Harbor, FL
727.231.0285 Dr.
Mackay offers a full range of skin treatments for every skin imperfection in a
comfortable, relaxed environment. These services include: Melasma, Rosacea &
Neck Redness. |
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The Aesthetic and Wellness Center website 3825
State Road 64 East Suite 300
Bradenton,
FL 941.749.0741
The
Aesthetic and Wellness Center offers a variety of treatment options to treat your
Melasma. We offer repeated superficial chemical peels and microdermabrasion, and
prescription bleaching creams, which will be selected according to your skin type
and condition. |
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Bay Dermatology 3657
Madaca Lane Tampa, FL
813.264.5447 Offers
chemical peels to remove melasma & sun damaged skin. |
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Academic Alliance in Dermatology 5210
Webb Road Tampa, FL
813.882.9986 Offers
the Jessner chemical peel to help Even out freckles, dark spots, hyper pigmentation,
melasma, and acne prone skin. |
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