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Brown spots themselves are not dangerous, but they can be unsightly.

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It’s very important not to confuse routine, harmless brown spots with skin cancer, especially melanoma. If you notice a mole or spot changing in any way, then you should show it to your doctor. Melanoma skin cancers are often irregularly or oddly shaped, grow in size, or change color or get darker. Occasionally one will even bleed, even if it doesn’t get bumped it on anything. If you notice a mole or spot changing in any of those ways, you should see your doctor.

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Problem or procedure is one of the most common concerns that we see. Fortunately, there are good treatments for them. Remember that everyone is different. Be an individual and get a personalized assessment by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Brock Lanier.

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Brown spots: treatment options at a glance

Sun Protection is essential and the most important thing. This includes consistently wearing sunscreen but also wearing protective clothing when you’re outside and avoiding peak UV hours (10 AM–4 PM).
Topical treatments include ingredients like retinol, hydroquinone, tranexemic acid or “TXA”, vitamin C, and niacinamide which is actually a form of vitamin B3. These are the most common and most effective topical treatments to improve extra color or excess pigment. These are the active ingredients in the best skincare products, like the ZO Skin Health or SkinMedica. SoCal OncoPlastic Surgery carries both these lines of skincare products and will help you decide what might be the best option.
Broad Band Light, or BBL, is probably the best treatment for skin color and completion issues, because it specifically targets the pigment creating the spots. When the treatment is done, the pulses of light hit the melanin or pigment, causing them to darken at first but then flake off a few days later. Downtime is minimal or none, and it Broad Band Light doesn’t hurt; no anesthesia or injections is needed.
Treatment using Broad Band Light, or BBL, usually costs a few hundred dollars or starts at less than $1,000. That said, optimal results are achieved with repeat treatments, typically 6-8 weeks apart. That’s why the experts at SoCal OncoPlastic Surgery offer more affordable treatment packages. Getting a personalized assessment is the key first step, and at SoCal OncoPlastic Surgery that’s is free (no consultation fee).
A powerful laser that removes pigmented layers of skin while stimulating collagen production. It is highly effective but it can involve a few days of redness and peeling. Removing precancerous skin spots (like actinic keratosis) actually reduces the incidence of skin cancer for the long run. Lasers can decrease your risk of skin cancer and make you look better.
Chemical peels contain different specific acids that exfoliate the top layers of skin, removing sun spots and promoting new skin growth. Recovery depends on the strength of the chemical peel, between 1–3 weeks. We have 5 different peels available, ranging from deep to very, very light.
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, creates micro-injuries in the skin to stimulate collagen production and break up pigmentation in deeper layers. It also improves overall skin tone and texture.

Our practice, SoCal OncoPlastic Surgery, offers all of these options. We specializing in individualized evaluations in order to avoid one-size-fits-all treatments.

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Breast augmentation enhances breast size and shape. It can help improve body image and self-confidence by creating a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing silhouette. Breast implants come in various sizes and shapes to accommodate individual preferences and goals.
A breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, reshapes sagging breasts. It can improve breast shape, size, & position, enhancing overall appearance & boosting self-confidence.
A breast reduction, or reduction mammoplasty, removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to reduce breast size. This procedure can alleviate physical discomfort, improve posture, & enhance body image.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes excess fat from specific areas of the body. It can help contour the body & improve body image. Liposuction is often used to target areas that are resistant to diet & exercise, such as the abdomen, thighs, & arms.
A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, removes excess fat and skin from the abdomen, tightens stretched muscles, & creates a flatter, more toned stomach. It can improve body contour & boost self-confidence.