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American Academy of
Dernatology

American Society of Cosmetic
Dermatology & Aesthetic
Surgery

International
Society of
Dermatopathology

American Medical
Associatio
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DERMATOLOGY LASER CENTERS OF
NEW YORK & CALIFORNIA
LASER REMOVAL OF PORT WINE STAINS
Port-wine stains are congenital (present at birth) capillary
malformations. The color of this birthmark is usually pink, red, or
purple. About 0.3 percent of children are born with port-wine stains. As
the child grows, the mark may become darker. Port-wine stains can appear
on any part of the body and can vary in size. The type of laser usually
used for this condition is the pulsed dye laser.
A pulsed dye laser is a type of laser that has a high electric lamp which
produces a short, high-energy flash of light. The light is colored when it
passes through a dye. The color of the dye can be changed, depending upon
the type of pigmented skin spots that are being treated. Adults may have
this procedure performed on an outpatient basis with only local
anesthesia. Children or persons with large port-wine stains, may be
treated under general anesthesia. Multiple treatments may be necessary.
If you have any questions about our dermatological laser treatments,
including laser hemangioma removal treatment, procedures please feel free
to contact Board Certified Dermatologist, Board Certified
Dermatopathologist, Babar K. Rao, MD, FAAD at his Manhattan, New York, New
Brunswick, New Jersey, or Fresno, California offices.
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Copyright © 2004, Dermatology Laser Centers,
Babar K. Rao, MD, FAAD, Board Certified Dermatologist, Board Certified
Dermatopathologist, Manhattan, New York
Dermatology Laser Headquarters, 345 East 37th Street,
Manhattan, New York, 10016
Skin and Cancer Center Site Design NewYorkSEO & ProThemes- Manhattan, New
York
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