Discover the classification and symptoms of DPNs:
DPNs typically range from 1–5mm in size, presenting as firm, smooth, raised dark brown to black bumps. Commonly found on the cheeks, around the eyes, and forehead, these bumps may also manifest on the neck and trunk.
Classification is as follows:
Mild: Fewer than ten spots
Moderate: Between 10 to 50 spots
Severe: More than 50 spots
Treatment for DPNs:
Although non-cancerous, DPNs tend to increase in number and size with age, prompting patients to seek removal due to difficulty in concealment, especially for men who typically don't use makeup.
At Skin Renewal, DPN removal is effectively accomplished using a small spot size (3mm) of the long-pulsed Cutera Nd: YAG Laser. This procedure is generally well-tolerated, with healing typically occurring within one to two weeks.
Potential side effects include temporary skin discolouration, which can be mitigated with proper pre-treatment using skin pigmentation inhibitors or preparatory creams.