Skin Growth Removal

Moles can appear anywhere on your body and are typically benign. If these skin growths change color, size, or shape, they may need to be removed. Certain moles can cause serious health risks, such as cancer if left alone. Mole removal can enhance your appearance and feel more self-confident.

There are a few treatment options for mole removal. These treatments can include laser therapy, cryotherapy, and surgical removal. These cosmetic procedures can be done in the plastic surgeon’s office using local anesthesia. The goal of the procedure is to completely remove the mole so it does not return. You may be able to return to work immediately. Some itching, redness, or swelling can be expected and can go away within a few days.

You may need to undergo a taping protocol for two weeks to protect the site from UV rays. Additional topical gel treatments could be necessary for the next three months to minimize scarring. You may need to avoid hot tubs, pools, and saunas for a couple of weeks to minimize the potential for complications. You will receive special after-care instructions from the plastic surgeon to assist you with the recovery process.

Benign tumors known as osteomas can cause pain and problems with vision. They can also make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. These forehead bumps can be removed through osteoma removal surgery to restore your self-confidence in the way you look.

Osteoma removal is a cosmetic procedure performed in three hours using general anesthesia. Some patients may be able to have the procedure performed using local anesthesia. A plastic surgeon uses a drill and a bone-cutting device to remove the osteoma. Various surgical techniques may be used to make incisions into the skin. Depending on the technique used, you could experience visible scarring, hair loss, or scalp numbness.

You may need to wear a compression bandage for the first 24 hours. Swelling and bruising are to be expected for the first two weeks. Scar gel may need to be applied for the first three months to minimize scarring, and sun exposure may need to be avoided for several months. You will receive special care instructions to be followed after the procedure.

Benign growths known as sebaceous cysts can develop on your face when an oil gland gets blocked. Fluid builds up, causing a mass on your face to form. If the cyst becomes infected, it will need to be removed. Sebaceous cyst removal is a surgical procedure to eliminate the cyst to clear the infection and restore your appearance.

The procedure for sebaceous cyst removal is done in under an hour using local anesthesia. If the cyst is infected, it may need to be treated with antibiotics before removal. During the in-office surgical procedure, an incision is made directly over the cyst to extract it. It can also be removed through drainage by a syringe.

You can resume normal activities immediately after the procedure. It will take a couple of weeks for the area to heal fully. Scarring is minimal and should fade over time. You may need to follow a taping protocol for two weeks to protect the area from UV exposure. A scar gel treatment for three months may be required to fade scarring. Swimming, immersed bathing, and hot tubs may be prohibited for two weeks after the procedure.

Skin lesions can show up on your skin as lumps, sores, moles, or skin cancer. These lesions can cause you to become self-conscious about your appearance. These lesions also have the potential to become cancerous, which can significantly impact your health. Skin lesion removal can restore your skin so you can feel better about the way you look.

There are various outpatient cosmetic procedures for skin lesion removal that are performed using local anesthesia. Surgical excisions can be performed to remove skin lesions by scraping them off the skin’s surface. The surgical techniques vary, depending on the extent of the skin lesions and the potential for skin cancer. Some lesions can be removed by shaving them off while others may require flap reconstruction or a skin graft. Cryotherapy freezes tissue to destroy it.

Normal activities can be resumed immediately after any of these procedures. Swimming and hot tubs may need to be avoided for the first month. The length of recovery will depend on the skin lesion and treatment techniques used. You will receive special aftercare instructions after the procedure to assist you with recovery.