Age Spots (Lentigo)
Years of sun exposure have a way of catching up with us, and for a lot of patients, it eventually shows up on the skin as flat, dark spots that weren't there a decade ago. Age spots, or lentigo, are harmless but they are one of the most visible signs of cumulative sun exposure, and they are also one of the most satisfying things to treat.
FAQs on Age Spots
No, they are benign. That said, if you notice a spot that is changing in size, shape or colour, get it checked by a medical professional. We are happy to take a look during your consultation.
No. Age spots do not fade without treatment. Daily sunscreen can slow the development of new ones, but existing spots require clinical treatment to improve meaningfully.
They can, especially with ongoing sun exposure. After treatment, daily broad spectrum SPF is the single most important thing you can do to protect your results and stop new spots from forming.
It depends on how deep and how many spots we are dealing with. Some patients see significant clearance in a single session. Others benefit from a short course of treatments. We will give you an honest answer at your consultation.
