How are consultations for blemishes around the cheekbones performed, including pigmentation checks and determining the laser treatment area?

I have brown marks around my cheekbones that look like blemishes, so I am looking into a laser consultation. I have heard that even though they may look similar on the surface, the management method can vary depending on the cause, just like melasma, freckles, or marks left after breakouts. I am curious how the boundaries and depth of the pigmentation, as well as the condition of the surrounding skin, are assessed during the initial consultation. Rather than pre-selecting a specific laser, would it be better to be guided on methods applicable to my condition and what treatments are better to avoid right now?

Since the cheekbones are prone to sun exposure, would it be helpful to share my usual sun protection habits and the duration of my outdoor activities during the consultation to help us create a treatment plan? If I have minor blemishes, I would also like to know if the pigmentation is treated separately or if we should wait for the skin to stabilize. I assume we can confirm aspects that are difficult to assess from photos during an in-person consultation.

I would like to know if the number of sessions and the cost can be adjusted based on my skin's reaction, rather than deciding on them all at once from the start. I would also like to hear if soothing care or progress checks are included in the cost per session before making a decision. Since I have no prior experience with the procedure, I intend to make a careful decision after a consultation, taking into account my skin condition and schedule.