Vitiligo Laser Treatment in Mumbai
Vitiligo Laser Treatment
Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its Melanocyte (pigment cells). The melanocytes in vitiligo are destroyed, resulting in depigmented areas of skin. Hair that develops in vitiligo-affected regions may become white. Vitiligo patients must keep their skin protected from the sun. Also known as acquired leukoderma and piebald skin. Viva Aesthetic Clinic offer the Best Vitiligo Laser Treatment in Mumbai
Which areas are commonly affected by Vitiligo?
Vitiligo, often known as white spots, may affect any part of the body, although it is more frequent in sun-exposed regions. The patches usually begin on the hands, elbows, knees, legs, or face. Lips, rectum, and vaginal mucosa are some of the mucosal areas that might be affected. Vitiligo may impact the eyes, produce eye discolouration, and affect the retina.
Symptoms and signs:
- White patches in skin
- Hair on your head, eyelashes, and brows turn white or gray.
- The tissues that line the interior of your mouth and nose have lost their color (mucous membranes)
- Retinal loss or change in color.
Excimer lasers treatment for Vitiligo
Excimer laser treatments use the power of ultraviolet (UV) light to treat a wide variety of skin conditions, including vitiligo, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. To perform these treatments, skin doctors use a handheld laser to deliver a concentrated dose of ultraviolet light to cause beneficial changes to the treatment area.
Excimer laser devices emits UVB light measuring 308 nm, which is known to have therapeutic effects for certain skin conditions. This wavelength of light can help re-pigment skin affected by vitiligo.
This use of light, also known as phototherapy, makes excimer laser treatments quite different from other skin therapies available today.
Excimer lasers are more effective, safe, and convenient than any other treatment for Vitiligo.
Clinical studies reveal that patients treated with the Excimer laser system obtain higher repigmentation than those treated with any other vitiligo treatment now available.
Pre-Treatment Instructions
When you come for your treatment appointment, your skin should be clean and dry; no lotions, creams, or prescriptions should be used. Before and throughout therapy, review all areas of psoriasis with the doctor to ensure that all areas are treated consistently.
While being treated with the Excimer laser, use the protective eyewear given by the doctor.
What can I expect during treatment?
Dr. Deepam Shah will first decide the appropriate dose amount for you based on the MED TEST.
MED TEST: For new patient, need to make the MED test MED (Minimum Spot Amount) test is required before UVB treatment. This test helps to determine the correct UVB treatment dose.
The laser treatment will next be applied by placing the hand piece directly on the vitiligo patch. The majority of treatments last anything from a few minutes to half an hour.
Does treatment hurt?
No. The majority of people have no pain or discomfort. Shortly after treatment, a few individuals may experience a mild warmth.
How many sessions of therapy will I require?
Based on the amount, degree of depigmentation, and position of the patches, expert doctors at Viva Aesthetic Clinic will devise a personalized treatment plan for you. Patients are usually asked to follow up at Viva by the dermatologist twice a week.
What should I do to be ready for treatment?
Laser treatment does not need substantial preparation. Simply make sure the skin to be treated is clean, dry, and devoid of any make-up, lotion, or SPF-protecting lotions.
Post-Treatment Instructions
Treat your skin normally and use any medicines, creams, lotions, or other products as needed. Do not stop taking your present drugs unless your doctor says so. Between treatment sessions, avoid exposing the treated regions to too much sunlight, since this might cause sunburn and increased sensitivity.
Is treatment safe?
Laser vitiligo treatment is absolutely Safe. Many traditional vitiligo treatments have more side effects than laser treatment.
Healthy skin exposure to UV radiation is restricted due to the focused nature of laser treatment.
This minimizes overall UV exposure, potentially lowering the risk of premature skin aging and carcinogenesis linked to UVB and PUVA booths. There is no skin thinning, easy bruising, or stretch marks associated with steroids.
Are there side effects?
The majority of people report no negative side effects. A few individuals have complained of a minor, transient redness at the treatment site. Blisters and hyperpigmentation, which are more significant side effects, are uncommon after laser treatment.
Why choose excimer laser for vitiligo treatment ?
There are many benefits of using ultraviolet laser treatments for vitiligo over other therapies. These benefits include:
- High Precision: a UV laser targets affected skin and spares surrounding healthy tissue from exposure
- Very Comfortable: Unlike other types of laser treatments that can cause discomfort, excimer lasers are pain-free
- Quick Recovery Times: laser treatments cause virtually no downtime for patients
- Effectiveness: treatment with excimer lasers provides rapid results and long remissions, even in cases where the condition has not responded to other treatments
For more information & consultation on Best Vitiligo Laser Treatment in Mumbai, visit VIVA Aesthetic Clinic at Opera House or contact us on 022 3573 1556 | 93245 89084Â or simply fill in your name and number & one of our team member will get in touch with you soon. Our team of experts along with Dr. Deepam Shah, MD. DNB. FAM – Dermatologist, Cosmetologist & Hair Transplant Surgeon, will help you out in understanding your problem and guide you through every stage of your treatment.
