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MOLE REMOVAL
Moles, also called bithmarks or nevi, are the reslut of melanocytes (the skins melanin-producing cells) growing in clusters. There are many varieties of moles,and most are completely benign.
People commonly remove moles for cosmetic reasons, because they can interfere with tasks like shaving or because their dermatologist is concerned about the risk of skin cancer.
Electrocautery can effectivly treat not only moles but also skin tags and warts.
Electrocautery is a fast, effective and affordable non-surgical method.
It typically takes only a few minuets and has very little down time.
It works by heating the targeted tissue with a handheld device, destroying or cutting it away.
The heat fuses the surrounding blood vessels so there is virtually no bleeding with this procedure.
SKIN TAG REMOVAL
A skin tag is a tiny, benign, outpouching of skin that is typically connected to the underlying skin by a thin stalk.
Skin tags look like tiny bits of "hanging" skin and typically occur in sites where clothing rubs against the skin or where there is skin-to-skin friction, such as the underarms, neck, upper chest, and groin.
Anyone can develop skin tags, but they are particularly common in older people. Some people develop them for no apparent reason. It is thought skin tags grow where skin rubs against skin or clothing.
Skin tags are harmless and do not usually cause pain or discomfort. However, you may want to consider getting them removed if they are unsightly.
They can affect some peoples self-esteem, or can snag on clothing or jewellery and bleed.
Skin tag removal is not funded on the NHS as it is now considered a cosmetic procedure. This is because the removal of skin tags is regarded as a cosmetic treatment, which is rarely available through the NHS. Generally, the NHS will only carry out cosmetic surgery procedures if the problem is affecting your physical or mental health. Sometimes, skin tags fall off on their own if the tissue has twisted and died from a lack of blood supply.
Electrocautery has been used for over 100 years as an effective means of permanent treatment for skin lesions.
It comes with the advantage of being able to target very specific parts of the body and can be used to get remove or reduce skin lesions & skin conditions such as skin tags, moles, verrucas, blood spots, birth marks, seborrheic keratosis.
We use a local anaesthetic cream, especially in sensitive areas to reduce any discomfort. A cautery-heated loop to scrape or remove the skin tag, or other blemish which then destroys the tissue and seals the wound and reduces bleeding.
This method is much cleaner and more comfortable than the 'old way' of using a scalpel.
Slight swelling and redness is normal after treatment and a scab will form, dropping off as the area heals.
We offer a full consultation prior to treatment.
CYST REMOVAL
Sebaceous Cyst are benign lesions of the skin.
They are mostly found on the face, neck or torso. They grow slowly and aren’t life threatening, but they may become uncomfortable or infected if they go uncheked or removed.
To remove a cyst the procedure we use is called minimal excision technique.
This is a much less invasive procedure than compleate surgical excision.
It involves making a small 2-3 mm incison, expressing the cyst content through compression through the cyst wall. The cyst wall is then removed using a tweezer or at times surgical sissors.
It is important to remove the Cyst wall so it will not return.
This procedure has very little downtime and you can return to work and normally activities the next day.
THREAD VIEN REMOVAL
MICRO-SCLEROTHERAPY
Thread Veins are most common on the thighs and calves, they also appear on the face, especially surrounding the nose.
Microsclerotherapy is the technique used to treat spider veins or thread veins of the legs. It is a relatively straightforward procedure which involves injecting a liquid into the veins which destroys them and causes them to disappear over time.
As thread veins and spider veins are minute, a tiny needle is used to inject small amounts of sclerosant, which is the liquid that destroys the veins.
The veins are so small that a very powerful magnifying glass with a strong circular light is used in order to get the very best view of the target thread veins or spider veins.
As soon as the sclerosant is inside the vein, the vein needs to be compressed and this is done by taping a swab to the skin.
To achieve optimum results, the treated thread and spider veins need to be continuously compressed for 21 days and nights. This is the time needed for the body to turn the dying vein into scar tissue and is best achieved by wearing compression stockings.
Your thread veins may appear worse to begin with after sclerotherapy but should begin to fade after two to three weeks because they’re no longer filled with blood. More than one treatment may be necessary, depending on how many areas need to be treated.
The Micro-Sclerotherapy procedure takes around 30 minutes. Legs should not be shaved or have moisturiser on them to prevent any treatment complications.
After treatment you will need to wear class 2 compression stockings for three days and nights, and then during the day only for 10 days following treatment.
Whilst there is no downtime you should avoid aerobic exercise for two weeks post treatment.
Some bruising may appear and can last from two weeks and, in some cases, longer.
MILIA REMOVAL
A milium cyst is a small, white bump that typically appears on the nose and cheeks. These cysts are often found in groups.
Multiple cysts are called milia. Milia occur when keratin becomes trapped beneath the surface of the skin. Keratin is a strong protein that’s typically found in skin tissues, hair, and nail cells. Milia can occur in people of all ethnicities or ages.
Deroofing. A sterile needle picks out the contents of the cyst
Diathermy. Heat destroys the cysts.
Destruction curettage. The cysts are surgically scraped and cauterised.
Is it painful? A topical anaesthetic cream is applied prior to treatment so your treatment will be comfortable.