SKIN DEPIGMENTATION

VITILIGO

Vitiligo is an autoimmune skin condition caused by dead melanin (pigment) cells.This disease affects 1~2% of the world’s population; 20% of all cases are known to be hereditary.

Vitiligo in exposed body areas (face, neck, under the elbows, under the knees) can be covered by insurance. Speak to your dermatologist for moreinformation!

SKIN DEPIGMENTATION

TREATMENTS

PHAROS EXCIMER LASER

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Studies have shown that UV rays from sunlight can have treatment effects for vitiligo. Using actual sunlight for treatment, however, would require long hours, which can cause burns and other negative side effects. This has led to the development of artificial UV radiation equipment.

UV RADIATION THERAPY

Studies have shown that UV rays from sunlight can have treatment effects for vitiligo. Using actual sunlight for treatment, however, would require long hours, which can cause burns and other negative side effects. This has led to the development of artificial UV radiation equipment.

LOCAL UV RADIATION

UV radiation is targeted in specific areas after a topical ointment is applied.
This treatment is recommended for 3 times a week, but sometimes 4 or 5 depending on the patients progress.

One Treatment ? Semi Permanent Results!

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SKIN
GRAFTING

Vitiligo is an autoimmune skin condition caused by dead melanin (pigment) cells.This disease affects 1~2% of the world’s population; 20% of all cases are known to be hereditary.

Skin graft

Vitiligo area

What is skin grafting?

Normal skin unaffected by vitiligo is thinly extracted and transplanted onto targeted areas.
This surgery is done with the patient’s own skin, and therefore has no side effects and a high survival rate. Skin grafting can be done on any area of the body, and has semi-permanent effects..