What is it? Age spots are harmless warty growths on the skin. It is caused by a build up of skin cells commonly occurs with age. The medical term is seborrheic keratosis.

Are age spots dangerous? The good news is that age spots are harmless. However, because of their varying shades of colour, they can sometimes be confused with skin cancer. If your lesion has changed size, shape, or colour, or it is itchy, bleeding or painful then you should book an appointment to see a doctor.

What techniques can be used to remove your age spots? The different techniques that I will use to remove your age spots include cryotherapy, and shave excision. Dr Wa will discuss the different options at the consultation and find the most suitable method for removing your age spots.