What causes age spots? How are they treated?

Answers from doctors (2)


Pismo Vitality

Published on Dec 30, 2015

They can be sun-related and can be removed with IPL, cremes and, in some cases, freezing.

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Answered by Pismo Vitality

They can be sun-related and can be removed with IPL, cremes and, in some cases, freezing.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Center of Texas, P.A.

Published on Dec 30, 2015

Sun damage is the cause of age spots. Intense pulsed light treatments will remove them.

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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Center of Texas, P.A.

Sun damage is the cause of age spots. Intense pulsed light treatments will remove them.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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