Skin Tag Removal
SKIN TAG REMOVAL
Skin tags are small bumps that develop where the skin rubs against itself. The tendency to develop skin tags can run in families, but often people have no idea how to remove skin tags or where to go for help. Skin tags appear most commonly in the regions of the neck, torso, breasts, armpits, mid-thighs, and genitals.
The removal of skin tags is a relatively simple procedure but should be done by a medical dermatologist. American Aesthetic Medical Center can easily and painlessly remove skin tags without scar formation.
Facts
TIME REQUIRED
ANESTHESIA
Local Anesthesia
RECOVERY TIME
SUCCESS RATE
Very High Success Rate
Causes
Skin tags are comprised of blood vessels and loose collagen fibers surrounded by skin and are common in both men and women. As mentioned above, they are a result of skin rubbing on skin meaning they are particularly common in obese individuals due to the increased likelihood of chafing. Furthermore, patients with type 2 diabetes or pregnant women are also more susceptible to skin tag growth.
Preparation
Skin Tag Removal is an easy procedure, but there are still some pre-op arrangements that you need to make to ensure that your treatment goes smoothly and that it achieves the desired results.
- Protect your skin from the sun.
- Do not touch the skin tags excessively.
- Fill in all your prescriptions ahead of time.
- Apply any ointments prescribed by your doctor.
Procedure
Primarily, your skin is numbed using local anesthesia. A handheld laser device is placed close to the skin tag. Laser beams are allowed to target the skin tags. These beams eliminate skin tags in a single go without affecting the surrounding skin. It does not leave behind any unsightly marks. Cooling creams are applied on the surface of your skin which concludes the procedure.
Post-op Care
Post Treatment Care is important as it helps to avoid any complication and allows your skin to heal quickly.
- Taking prescribed medications to relieve pain and discomfort.
- Limiting your physical activities during the first week of recovery and avoiding vigorous activities and exercises for the recommended period of time.
- Taking care of the sites of the incision.
- Noting the progress of healing and keeping an eye for any signs of infection. Report immediately to your doctor if you notice something unusual other than what your doctor has warned you against.
Before & After
Benefits
Here is a list of the notable benefits of skin tag removal procedure:
- It removes visible skin tags thereby making the skin smoother.
- It eliminates the discomfort that results from the skin tags touching the clothing or jewelry.
- It will remove the skin tag thereby boosting your self-esteem and confidence by delivering better looks.
- If the skin tag is located in areas that need to be shaved regularly, the person will have a good shaving experience after removing it.
FAQ
No. Unlike warts, skin tags don’t spread to other parts of the body or to other people, even though direct contact. Removing one skin tag doesn’t directly lead to the growth of new tags, either.
Some people might notice new skin tags after having one removed from a certain part of the body. However, this simply means that the affected area is more prone to skin tags by default.
It is not recommended to remove them at home because you need to have some medical examination before cutting them out.
The treated area will be discolored temporarily, so you may want to use a Band-Aid or tinted moisturizer to cover the treated area.
It can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes.
One of our highly skilled medical professionals will assess the area and ensure that it can be treated safely. Most skin growths are not cancerous and can be safely removed. If there are any questionable growths, we may refer you out for alternative care.
Yes! Once a skin growth is removed, it rarely returns. New ones may still appear in other places on your body if your skin is prone to these growths.