Brown Spots and Sun Damage Treatment in Plymouth, MA

What Causes Brown Spots and Hyperpigmentation

Sun exposure can leave behind flat brown spots and uneven tone, while acne, irritation, or hormonal changes may cause other forms of hyperpigmentation. These concerns can look similar but respond differently to treatment. At Contemporary Dermatology’s Pinehills office in Plymouth, MA, we evaluate the cause before developing a plan to address discoloration.

A dark spot should not be treated as cosmetic until a provider has assessed anything new, changing, or suspicious. Your visit is an opportunity to distinguish sun spots from melasma, marks after inflammation, and conditions that need medical attention.

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Treatment Options for Uneven Skin Tone

Nordlys intense pulsed light, or IPL, is available at our Plymouth location and may help selected sun-related brown spots and uneven tone. IPL uses filtered light rather than a laser beam. Your provider will assess your skin tone, recent sun exposure, and the specific type of pigmentation before recommending it.

Daily sun protection, an individualized skin care routine, topical treatment, or a chemical peel may be better suited to some concerns. Melasma in particular often calls for a continuing plan centered on sun protection and carefully chosen therapies; a light-based procedure may not be the first step.

What to Expect at Your Consultation

During your consultation, our team will review when the discoloration appeared, any changes you have noticed, your medical and skin care history, and your treatment goals. If Nordlys IPL is recommended, your provider will explain the expected number of sessions, eye protection, and aftercare. Temporary redness or darkening of treated spots can occur. Recovery and results depend on the treatment and your skin.

Get Help for Brown Spots in Plymouth

To learn what is causing your brown spots or uneven complexion, schedule a consultation at Contemporary Dermatology in Plymouth. Our Pine Hills team can explain whether Nordlys IPL or another option fits your goals.

Brown Spots and Sun Damage FAQs

  • Protect your skin from the sun, avoid tanning, and follow the instructions for the specific treatment planned. Your provider may ask you to pause certain products beforehand.

  • Mild redness or temporary darkening can occur after IPL. Use only the products recommended by your provider, avoid picking or scrubbing, and follow the sun-protection instructions you receive.

  • The amount of fading depends on the diagnosis, depth of pigment, skin tone, and treatment. Some spots improve after treatment, while others need further care or may recur.

OFFICE ADDRESS

Contemporary Dermatology
8 Market Crossing, Plymouth, MA 02360