Treatments of Campbell de Morgan spots

As Campbell de Morgan spots are collections of blood vessels there are several options for removing them.

Surgery

Firstly, surgery is not an option. To cut these out would leave a scar and also encourage blood vessels to grow back again. So whilst it would seem sensible to cut a blemish like this out of the skin, it is not a good way of treating Campbell de Morgan spots and not recommended.

Laser or IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

Laser or IPL can be used. The light energy from the laser or IPL is absorbed by the red pigment in the spot which gets very hot, destroying the blood vessels within it.

Although laser and IPL are effective, they are quite expensive compared with other alternatives.

At Absolute Aesthetics we are able to perform IPL treatment for Campbell de Morgan spots. However, we recommend electro micro surgery.

Electro Micro Surgery (formerly known as Advanced Electrolysis)

Electro micro surgery for Campbell de Morgan spots is one of the best ways of treating them.

Using electrolysis, a skilled Electrologist uses a probe to cauterise the Campbell de Morgan spot without damaging any of the surrounding tissue. The cauterisation process destroys the blood vessels that make up the Campbell de Morgan spot leaving the body to absorb the scar tissue over four to six weeks.

There is virtually no pain associated with this, particularly if a topical anaesthetic such as an anaesthetic cream is applied to the area before treatment begins. There is rarely a need for a second procedure as a Campbell de Morgan spot is usually destroyed at the first go.

It usually takes about 15 minutes to destroy each Campbell de Morgan spot using electro micro surgery.

To find out more, or to book an appointment, please contact us.

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International Master Course on Ageing Skin (IMCAS)

Vicki Smith of Absolute Aesthetics 

Vicki Smith presented at the International Master Course on Ageing Skin (IMCAS) conference held in Paris over the four days commencing 26th January 2012. Vicki presented her findings on using Advanced Electrolysis for the removal of Xanthelasma. This condition is a build-up of lipids which present themselves above and below the eye area and affects men and women. Existing treatments to remove the condition can be expensive, have varying success and often leave some scarring. Vicki’s results to date have shown that these lesions can be removed quickly, economically and leave little to no scarring.

To view the full presentation (PowerPoint 1MB) click here

(See our Xanthelasma website.)

 

2012 New Year Offers!

Are you tempted by a half price Thermage skin tightening treatment? We have a small supply of tips that will expire during the early part of 2012 so if you book and pay in January, the treatment will be discounted by 50%.

We are reducing the price of a Microdermabrasion treatment from £95 to £65 throughout January. Microdermabrasion is a skin restoration procedure that makes the skin look smoother and clearer and is perfect for clearing blackheads, whiteheads, sun damage and fine lines.

Please call us for more details.

 

Laser Hair Removal

Absolute Aesthetics has recently invested in a new system for laser hair removal treatment .

Imagine never having to shave, pluck or wax ever again!

The Soprano System is a unique, virtually pain free hair removal treatment, which works on all skin types, including tanned skin and all hair pigmentation. It works by safely and gently heating the dermis (skin) to a temperature that damages the hair follicle, preventing re-growth. It is fast, reliable and suitable for all skin types.