KESSEL DERMATOLOGY: THE VITILIGO EXPERTS

Vitiligo – a condition related to slowed or suspended melanin pigment production – affects approximately 2% of the population. This disorder can cause depigmentation on various parts of the body, including the hands, feet, arms, face and even the hair.

On the skin, lightened vitiligo spots are typically splotchy and irregular. In turn, some individuals may wish to seek professional dermatologist vitiligo treatment, even though this condition does not pose a health risk.

At Kessel Dermatology, we offer several effective treatments which can help restore color to noticeably discolored sections of skin. Read on to learn more about the advanced options available for patients with vitiligo at our office in Hamilton Square, NJ.

Our Dermatologist Vitiligo Specialists Offer Pigmentation Regulating Treatments

Depending on the percentage of the body affected by vitiligo and where patches have developed, there are several different therapies a dermatology professional may recommend to help bring back pigmentation. When you come to Kessel Dermatology, our skin care specialists will perform a thorough exam and discuss your full skin history in order to formulate an appropriate treatment plan.

Pigmentation-regulating treatments which a dermatologist vitiligo expert may suggest considering include:

Topical Steroids – For patients with non-segmental vitiligo covering under 10% of their body, use of a steroid cream or ointment may be sufficient. In many patients, topical treatment has been shown to restore pigment to discolored skin, as well as to prevent vitiligo patches from growing.
Excimer Laser Therapy – For patients with more widespread vitiligo – or patches located in sensitive places such as on the knees or elbows – excimer laser therapy may be a viable treatment option. This versatile laser precisely delivers concentrated beams of UV light to targeted skin areas, a method which is proven to correct loss of pigmentation without harming surrounding skin.

In some cases, several types of vitiligo treatment may be combined to boost results. Your dermatology provider will help you determine the ideal treatment plan to achieve your personal skin goals.

Discuss Your Vitiligo Treatment Options with a Dermatology Specialist

At Kessel Dermatology, we are proud to offer our patients all the latest and most advanced treatment modalities for vitiligo and other skin conditions. If you are eager to explore safe, effective solutions to help even out your skin tone and texture, call our office at (609) 890-2600 and schedule an appointment, or book one online, with one of our knowledgeable practitioners.