DERMATOLOGICAL SKIN SURGERY

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Get rid of unsightly lumps and bumps….

Which conditions can be treated?
What does the procedure involve?
After Care
Are there any side effects?
Pricing Information

 

 

WHICH CONDITIONS CAN BE TREATED?

A complimentary consultation will ascertain whether the skin blemishes are suitable for dermatological surgery. Appropriate skin blemishes include:

• Skin Tags
• Moles/Benign Skin Naevi
• Crusting Skin lesions
• Simple or Sebaceous Cysts
• Wart-like Blemishes

Sometimes it is very obvious that a blemish is safe (benign). However, if there is any doubt the blemishes removed are sent to a laboratory for analysis to ensure they are safe.

WHAT DOES THE PROCEDURE INVOLVE?

A small injection of local anaesthetic is used to numb the area.

• Curettage and Cautery - involves the removal of very superficial tissue using a special surgical instrument therefore causing minimal scarring. If necessary the area is then cauterised.
• Scalpel/Minor surgery - involves excising the blemish using a scalpel. A couple of stitches are then required to achieve the best cosmetic result.

AFTER CARE

The wound will be dressed and must be kept dry for a few days. Stitches will be removed after 7 or 14 days.

ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?

As with all surgical procedures there is a small risk of infection and scarring, which will be discussed prior to your treatment.

PRICING INFORMATION *

Curettage and Cautery	£75
Excision	£150

* These prices are indicative. A price for your specific needs (depending on the size and number of skin blemishes/lesions present) will be quoted at your consultation.