Abstract
Benign pigmented lesions are often treated for cosmetic reasons. Several modalities exist for the treatment of such lesions, with the aim being clearance of the lesion with acceptable cosmetic results. Cryotherapy and surgical excision of benign pigmented lesions result in inevitable scarring and the cosmetic end points may not be achieved. Such therapies may be declined by patients. The availability of lasers has made it possible to achieve clearance of these lesions with excellent cosmetic results. Although interest in such lasers has arisen in the past few decades, few studies comparing the efficacy of lasers and traditional treatment modalities exist.
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