Hyper-, hypo- and mixed pigmentation
Pigmentation
Pigmentation disorders are complex conditions that extend beyond simply having too much or too little melanin. They involve intricate skin dysfunctions that contribute to visible changes in pigmentation, necessitating targeted clinical treatments to achieve optimal outcomes.
Hyperpigmentation is characterised by the darkening of the skin or pigmented lesions due to an overproduction of melanin by melanocyte cells. This condition can arise from various factors, including UV exposure, hormonal changes, skin trauma, and certain medications. Common forms of hyperpigmentation include age spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Effective management of these conditions requires a comprehensive approach tailored to individual needs, ensuring the best possible results for skin health.
Pigmentation Treatments
We offer TGA approved and medical-grade treatments to recover your skin health from acne. Our treatments not only minimise your acne and scarring, but also correct and/or minimise the skin dysfunctions for long-term skin recovery.
Different types of acne and acne scarring, lifestyle, skin health and other medical conditions influence which treatments and skincare are most effective. Treatments may include:
- Clinically effective skincare
- Topical therapies
- Chemical peels
- Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)
- Clinical Skin Needling
HyperPigmentation and Sun Damage
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin concern that arises from prolonged exposure to UV radiation, a significant factor in photoaging. Sun damage leads to an overproduction of melanin, resulting in dark spots, freckles, and uneven skin tone. In addition to pigmentation changes, photoaging can cause skin texture and elasticity issues.
At TDOC, we provide personalised treatment options, including topical therapies, chemical peels, and clinical skin needling, to help reduce hyperpigmentation and other features of photoaging.
Melasma
Melasma is an inflammatory skin condition which leads to patches of grey to dark brown pigmentation by which it is commonly identified. Unlike sun spots and sun damaged skin, melasma develops primarily in response to hormonal changes and inflammation within the skin. It involves compromised skin function as well as inflammation of the skin's blood vessels.
Appropriate treatments for melasma are dependant on several factors. We take a staged treatment approach to correct skin dysfunctions and minimise the risk of rebound pigmentation, for lasting results from melasma treatments.
Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Injury and inflammatory skin conditions, such as acne, can cause dark spots and patches to develop. This is known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). PIH typically develops in conjunction with scarring and skin changes such as dryness and sensitivity.
Our approach achieves excellent results in all skin types, with minimal risk of adverse outcomes. A holistic skin approach is taken to halt the development of more pigmentation and minimise PIH and scarring to improve both skin tone and texture.
Hypopigmentation & Depigmentation
A decrease in pigmentation (hypopigmentation) is common after skin injuries and in conditions which reduce the number of pigment-producing cells in the skin. This is often mistaken for depigmentation which sees the complete absence of pigment-producing cells in the affected skin, such as in vitiligo. TDOC offers advanced therapies for both hypopigmentation and depigmentation.
