Reversal of laser-induced hypopigmentation with a narrow-band UV-B light source in a patient with skin type VI.

Nevus of Ota (nevus fuscoceruleus ophthalmomaxillaris) is a benign dermal melanocytic hematoma clinically appearing as a bluish-brown discoloration in the ophthalmic and/or maxillary branches of the trigeminal nerve. The condition first described by Ota and Tanino occurs predominantly in Asians with estimated frequency of 0.014% to 0.034%, but can be found in other ethnicities. Historical therapies for nevus of Ota include surgery, dermabrasion, electrodesiccation, skin grafting, and cryotherapy and are all associated with a significant risk of dyschromia and scarring.