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Vitiligo is a condition in which white patches develop on the skin. Vitiligo can cause cosmetic, psychological and social problems. The hair that grows on areas affected by vitiligo sometimes turns white. It maybe localised to one part of the body or generalised. The main goal of treating vitiligo is to improve appearance. Therapy for vitiligo needs to be continued for 6 to 18 months. Each patient responds differently to therapy, and a particular treatment may not work for everyone. Current treatment options for vitiligo include medical and surgical. Steroid and tecrolimus creams may be helpful. PUVA photochemotherapy is the very effective treatment. However, it is time-consuming, and care must be taken to avoid side-effects. NBUVB (Narrow Band Ultra Violet B ) is more specific kind of ultraviolet treatment. NBUVB is more effective and safer as compared to PUVA therapy. Unlike PUVA, it can be given safely to children.

Eximer laser treatment: Ten times more effective than PUVA/NBUVB treatment in localized patches of vitiligo. Can be given safely to children.

Surgical: Ideal for those having localised Vitiligo

Treatments include: Punch graft, Epidermal grafts, Split thickness grafts, Non Cultured melanocyte transplantation

Moles are commonly seen on the face but can appear anywhere on the body. They can be present at birth or can begin to appear at any age. Sometimes the moles may turn malignant i.e. cancerous and this may lead to a dangerous health risk. Moles at unwanted locations should be removed as early possible i.e. while they are small. Small moles can be removed without leaving any marks or scars.Moles can be removed either surgically or with lasers.

Benefits of Mole Removal include:

Removing protruding moles that get in the way of shaving.

Removing irritating moles rubbing against jewellery.

smoother, clearer skin.

If a mole is suspected to be precancerous i.e. when Moles are growing in size or when they are itchy, they should be completely removed.

MICRODERMABRASION is a procedure that uses micro crystals to abrade the skin surface. It is a painless rejuvenation procedure with improvement in skin appearance, texture, and tone. This procedure imparts glow to the skin. Immediate results are seen, as this approach removes dead and flaking skin cells and stimulates production of fresh young skin cells and collagen. For best results initially 4-6 treatments are recommended 2-3 weeks apart followed by maintenance treatments every 2-3 months.

Who should consider Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is right for all skin types and for anyone interested in minimising the appearance of:

• Scars
• Fine lines
• Pigmentation problems
• Uneven skin tones
• Dull, lifeless and sun-damaged skin

Facial and neck pigmentations are common in middle-aged women, and are related to hormonal and exogenous factors (cosmetics, perfumes, and sun-tanning). Various causes of hyperpigmentation are Sun tanning, Melasma, Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), Drug-induced hyperpigmentation, Lichen Planus Pigmentosus (LPP), The nevus of Ota and many other skin conditions.

The range of treatment modalities are:

Photo-protection using sunscreens and Depigmenting agents:

Hydroquinone alone or in combination with Tretinoin, Azelaic acid, Kojic acid, alone or in combination with glycolic acid and topical retinoids, Various other cosmeceuticals.

Hydroquinone alone or in combination with Tretinoin, Azelaic acid, Kojic acid, alone or in combination with glycolic acid and topical retinoids, Various other cosmeceuticals.

The above mentioned treatment modalities, when used alone or in combinations, are effective in improving pigmentation but some of the conditions especially melasma can recur and may require continuation of topical skin lightening agents in conjunction with rigorous sun protection.

About 80% of all teens and young adults and about 5% of adults suffer from acne.While many people recover from acne without any permanent effects, some people are left with disfiguring acne scars.

Of course, the best way to avoid scars from acne is to find an effective acne treatment that fights acne-causing bacteria and prevents acne from coming back.

Acne scar treatment comes in many different forms. Each of these treatments is designed to resurface the skin to eliminate disfiguring scars left by acne.

Acne scar treatment comes in many different forms. Each of these treatments is designed to resurface the skin to eliminate disfiguring scars left by acne.

Results with lasers can further be improved by combining it with PRP and nanofat treatment.Surgical treatment like subcision, punch elevation, CROSS technique and/or dermal tissue fillers or autologous fat can help achieve satisfactory, better and long lasting results.