Chicago Lentigines

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WRINKLE REDUCTION AND ACNE SCAR IMPROVEMENT

WRINKLE REDUCTION AND ACNE SCAR IMPROVEMENT

We are using the newest fractional technology to significantly reduce the appearance of wrinkles and acne scarring. The Palomar 1540 fractional technology produces thousands of tiny but deep columns of treatmens in your skin, known as microthermal treatment zones. This is done with limited discomfort to the patient as the Palomar 1540 utilizes patented cooling. Just as important as the treated areas are the areas of skin that are left untouched. The fractional treatment allows the skin to heal much faster than if the entire area was treated at once, using the body's natural healing process to create new, healthy tissue. For a limited time we are offering a special promotion utilizing the fractional technology!

We are now offering skin tightening with minimal discomfort. Introducing the LUXIR laser that sends infrared light pulses deep into the dermis, where it creates a carefully controlled area of elevated temperature. This technology has been shown to trigger a biological response which leads to collagen remodeling in the deep dermis. Remodeled collagen can smooth out fine wrinkles and tighten sagging skin.

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Short and long-term financing NOW available to our patients through the nation's leader in patient payment plans; Creditcare. There is no need to wait any longer to begin your journey to turn back time. Call our office today at 630-758-0470 for more details.

LEADERSHIP IN COSMETIC MEDICINE

Dr. Kovak and his staff can help you take the necessary steps to turn back time.

We offer Botox®, vein treatment, laser hair removal, and many other cosmetic procedures in a discreet and comfortable setting all performed by a laser trained Registered Nurse or Physician. Our equipment is the newest technology in cosmetic medicine and provides the safest methods for performing all of our aesthetic treatments.

We invite you to browse our site to learn more about cosmetic medicine and how we can help you look and feel your best.

Treatable Conditions >> Lentigines
Procedures
Chemical Peel
Intense Pulsed Light
Microdermabrasion
Photofacial Plus
Photorejuvenation
Technologies Used
Chemical Peel
Erbium Laser
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
Microdermabrasion
A Lentigo (plural Lentigines) is a small, pigmented flat or slightly raised spot with a clearly defined edge that is surrounded by normal-appearing skin.  Lentigo or Lentigines may evolve slowly over years, or they may appear suddenly.  They may occur anywhere on  the body and vary in color from tan-brown to black.  Viewed under the microscope a Lentigo shows an increased number of normal melanocytes (skin cells that produce the pigment melanin that produces skin color).  Melanocytes appear to replace keratinocytes in the basal layer of the epidermis.

Although lentigines are benign (non-cancerous) by nature, they must be carefully examined to differentiate them from early pigmented skin cancers.

Lentigines have been classified into many different types depending on what they look like, where they appear on the body, causative factors, and whether they are associated to other diseases or conditions.

They are as follows:
  • Lentigo Simplex - Most common form of lentigo that appears at birth or in early childhood.  Not necessarily associated to sun exposure or any medical condition.
  • Solar Lentigo (Brown spots and freckles) - Commonly known as age spots or liver spots.  Benign sun-induced lesion that occurs in sun-exposed areas, e.g. face, arms, hands.  Not associated with any medical condition.
  • Ink-Spot Lentigo - Usually a single black spot among a number of solar lentigines.  Occur most commonly in patients of Celtic ancestry.
  • Tanning-Bed Lentigo - Usually occurring in women with a history of tanning-bed use.  Lesions may appear soon after exposure or they may appear after prolonged regular use of tanning beds.
  • Lentigines Profusa - Also known as generalised lentigines and is characterised by numerous lentigines without signs of associated conditions or triggering factors.  They many small lesions may join together to form colored patches.  Often involves the extremities, trunk, palms and genitalia. 
Lentigines requre no specific treatment.  A broad-spectrum sunscreen may help to prevent further appearance and darkening of solar lentgines.  Several creams may lighten lentigines if applied for a number of months.  These include hydroquinone or antioxidants.  If desired, lentigines can be removed permanently through the use of chemical peels or laser treatments. 

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