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Dark lips from birth
I have genetic dark lips,many home ingredients apply on my lips..but didn't work.I apply many prescribe medicine but my lips didn't lighten.. I want to know about q switch nd yag laser..can this laser solve my problems? Q switch laser work on genetic dark lips??? please tell me
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U need combination of nd yag and co2 laser as well...with few topical medication...it can become light
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Don't worry... possible causes were genetic... specific Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Hi, if you have dark lips genetically home ingredients or over the counter creams would not help.
Q switch lasers do help reduce the pigment in some cases.
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You could get in touch online with pictures incase you need guidance.
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Get in touch with a dermatologist for Q switch laser and prescription creams.
Meanwhile start using a chapstick with SPF to hydrate and protect your lips
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Hello,
Carbon gel and ndyag laser can be used to treat dark lips. Please do not use any creams and gels to lighten the lips.
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Please consult me and send current pictures for a proper solution.
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
The said laser to be used with caution.
Consult me on practo pro for a prescription
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Dr. Sonal Chavan
Dermatologist
17 yrs exp
Pune
Go for w switch laser and peeling sessions to lighten the pigmentation.also usung lightening creams prescribed by a dermatologist also helps along with this
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Dr. Aakash Sengupta
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Kolkata
Over the counter medications usually don’t work on genetically darkened lips
Further more a proper history is also required to know if you have any underlying issues
Q switch laser treatments are quite promising to this condition!
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