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Treatment of lichen pilaris

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For smooth skin

The bumps on your upper arms, back, thighs, and buttocks are actually a skin disease called lichen pilaris (keratosis pilaris).Although there is no particular health problem, many people are concerned about ``bumps'' and ``roughness'' when their skin is exposed from a cosmetic standpoint, and many people request to have a checkup.

Supervisor information

Tsubasa Shirozu
Fukuoka Clinic Physician/Supervising Director
I'm reluctant to have plastic surgery, but I want to look even more beautiful than I am now.I want to stay youthful forever by reducing the spots and wrinkles that increase with age.Cosmetic dermatology is a medical treatment that specializes in becoming more beautiful naturally without using a scalpel.Let's solve everyone's problems together!We will propose treatments that will help you live a bright and positive life!
Career
2010
Graduated from Hiroshima University School of Medicine, Department of Medicine.
Worked at Saga Prefectural Hospital, Kyushu University Hospital, JCHO Kyushu Hospital, Fukuoka Red Cross Hospital, Kitakyushu Municipal Medical Center, Oita Prefectural Hospital, Kyushu Medical Center
2020
Cosmetic dermatology Elm Clinic Fukuoka Clinic
Affiliation/Qualification
Japanese Society of Aesthetic Dermatology
Juvederm Vista certified doctor
Botox Vista certified doctor
Cosmetic Ingredient Test Level 1
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"Causes of lichen pilaris"

The causes of lichen pilaris were thought to be due to vitamin A deficiency, abnormal hormone metabolism, and abnormal fat gland function, but in recent years, a clear cause has been established, with specific genetic mutations being thought to be the cause. Currently, it has not been specified.It can be seen on various parts of the face and body, such as the upper arms, back, buttocks, and thighs. When the pores become filled with dead skin cells and become clogged, the tips of the keratin plugs protrude, causing a bumpy or rough feeling. Symptoms such as:Redness or brown pigmentation may occur due to enlarged capillaries or mild inflammation.

Upper arm bumps
bump on the back
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Capillary lichen treatment

Currently, no definitive treatment has been established for the treatment of lichen pilaris, which commonly occurs on the upper arms and back.Many people may try over-the-counter topical medications or peels, but the reality is that simply removing dead skin cells and promoting epidermal turnover is often insufficient for therapeutic effects.
At our hospital, we recommend treatment with Dermapen 4 or Dermapen as one of the few effective treatments.
In lichen pores, dead skin cells block the exits of pores, creating closed spaces and causing inflammation.Inflammation is thought to extend deep into the dermis as it spreads along the pores to the dermis, which is deeper than the epidermis, and it is thought to be effective to treat not only the epidermis but also the deep dermis. .
Dermapen 4 or Dermapen stimulates the skin by creating small invisible holes on the skin surface, and utilizes the skin's regenerative ability to improve the skin's condition.Although it may take a few times, the bumps on your upper arms and back that were difficult to cure and you were about to give up on will be reborn as smooth skin.

dermapen 4

As the name suggests, Dermapen 4 is shaped like a pen, and the tip of the pen has more than 10 ultra-fine needles.The ultra-fine needle punctures the skin perpendicularly to stimulate it.The length of the needle can be adjusted to suit the area to be treated.For example, the skin around the eyes is thin, so the needle is inserted shallowly.In addition, the skin on the cheeks and other areas is thick, so the needle should be inserted deeply.Using a long needle, it is possible to puncture the dermis, which is deeper than the epidermis on the skin's surface.
Dermapen 4 is a device that causes as little damage to the epidermis as possible, so there is less pain and bleeding, and the needle is inserted vertically, making it easier to penetrate the skin tissue.Because ultra-fine needles are used, one of the features is that there is little downtime, although there are individual differences.




derma roller

This roller is made of medical grade stainless steel and is a treatment device that improves skin concerns such as firmness, fine lines, and acne scars.A roller with about 200 fine needles is rolled over the skin, creating countless tiny punctures on the skin surface and promoting skin regeneration.
By using derma rollers with needles of different lengths, it is possible to treat areas with both thick and thin skin layers.Recommended for a wide range of treatments.




Clinics where treatment is available

Residents of Kanto (Tokyo)

For those who live in the Kansai region

For those who live in the Chugoku region

For those who live in Kyushu

Lichen pilaris treatment price

At our hospital, we clearly display prices according to the botulinum toxin preparation used and the area to be treated.Consultation fees, treatment fees, injection needle fees, etc. are all included in the displayed price, and there are no charges other than the displayed price.

dermapen 4(Topical anesthesia + hyaluronic acid included)

(tax included)
Menu Regular fee Campaign fee pack fee
outside of upper arm(lichen pilaris) 30,800JPY - 6 times 154,000JPY

*2 locations at the same time → 20% off the total price / 3 locations at the same time → 30% off the total price
*Parts other than those listed above are also possible.

derma roller(Surface anesthesia included) [Hiroshima clinic, Okayama clinic, Kyoto clinic, Kumamoto clinic, Osaka clinic, Kobe clinic]

(tax included)
Menu Regular fee Campaign fee pack fee
outside of upper arm(lichen pilaris) 27,800JPY - 6 times 139,000JPY

*2 locations at the same time → 20% off the total price / 3 locations at the same time → 30% off the total price
*Parts other than those listed above are also possible.

(tax included)
Menu Regular fee Campaign fee pack fee
Lichen pilaris upper arm treatment set(6 times of derma roller + 5 times of hair removal) - - 172,000JPY

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If you are a minor, a "parental consent form" is required.Please download and fill out the form in advance and bring it with you, or bring one of your parents with you.

Clinics where treatment is available

Residents of Kanto (Tokyo)

For those who live in the Kansai region

For those who live in the Chugoku region

For those who live in Kyushu

Supervisor information (overall supervision, treatment supervision, column supervision)

Hiroshi Kikuchi

Director of Fukuoka Institute/General Director
Nice to meet you, I'm Hiroshi Kikuchi, director of Fukuoka Clinic.The most important thing in aesthetic medicine is "patient satisfaction."We believe that providing highly effective treatment tailored to each individual's concerns in a way that is as painless as possible, and working hard to create a clinic with a comfortable and easy-to-go atmosphere will lead to patient satisfaction.Even if this is your first time at a beauty clinic, please feel free to visit us.Also, please feel free to ask any questions you may have during your consultation.
Career
2008
Graduated from Hiroshima University School of Medicine, Department of Medicine Worked at Chiba University School of Medicine Affiliated Hospital and related hospitals.
2013
Cosmetic dermatology Elm Clinic Fukuoka clinic opened
Affiliation/Qualification
Japanese Society of Aesthetic Dermatology
Juvederm Vista certified doctor
Botox Vista certified doctor
Cosmetic Ingredient Test Level 1
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