Lesion & Skin Tag Removal
Lesion, Mole & Skin Tag Removal Using Plasma Technology
Unwanted skin tags, moles and benign skin lesions can sometimes become a source of irritation, discomfort or self-consciousness. They may catch on clothing or jewellery, become irritated through friction, or simply be something you would prefer to have removed for cosmetic reasons. I offer a carefully considered approach to skin tag and suitable benign lesion removal using plasma technology, with patient safety at the centre of the treatment process.
To make this process safer and more convenient for my patients, I have collaborated with dermatology professionals so that suitable moles and lesions can be assessed before treatment.
What is a Skin Lesion?
There are many different types of skin lesions. Some are present from birth, while others develop over time. Many are completely benign, but because different types of lesions can sometimes look similar, it is important that a lesion is appropriately assessed before cosmetic removal when there is any question about its nature.
What is a Mole?
A mole is a small area of skin formed by a collection of pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. Moles are extremely common. They may be present from childhood or develop over time and can vary considerably in their appearance.
Most moles are completely harmless.
However, because changes in a mole can sometimes be associated with skin cancer, it is important that a mole is appropriately assessed rather than simply removed for cosmetic reasons.
A mole that has changed in its size, shape, colour or appearance, or one that begins bleeding, itching, crusting or behaving differently, should receive appropriate medical assessment.
What is a Skin Tag?
Skin tags are very common, small, soft growths that protrude from the surface of the skin. They are usually harmless and are often found in areas where skin rubs against skin or clothing.
Although skin tags generally do not need to be removed for medical reasons, people often choose removal because they catch on jewellery or clothing, become irritated, bleed when accidentally caught, or are cosmetically bothersome.
Before removal, I will assess the area to make sure it has the typical appearance of a skin tag and is appropriate for the treatment I provide.
Why Do I Use Plasma Technology?
Plasma devices create a very small, controlled electrical arc at the treatment tip. Rather than surgically cutting away the skin in the same way as traditional excision, the energy is applied precisely to the targeted tissue. Depending on the type, size, depth and location of the lesion, treatment may be carried out gradually and conservatively. Not every mole or lesion is suitable for plasma treatment, which is another reason why consultation and assessment are so important.
Plasma technology gives me precision and control over the treatment area while allowing the surrounding skin to be treated as conservatively as possible.
However, no removal technique is completely risk-free. Following treatment there may be redness, swelling, tenderness and crusting while the area heals. There is also a possibility of infection, scarring and temporary or permanent changes in pigmentation.
Dermatoscope Imaging with the DE-300
As part of this pathway, I use my DE-300 dermatoscope to capture detailed close-up images of the mole or lesion.
Dermoscopy allows skin structures to be viewed in greater detail than they can be with the naked eye. It is an established technique used by trained healthcare professionals when assessing pigmented and other skin lesions.
The purpose of taking these images is not for me to diagnose the mole myself.
Instead, the images can be submitted securely through the appropriate pathway for assessment by the dermatology professional.
This creates an important separation between the two stages of your treatment:
First, the lesion is medically assessed.
Only when appropriate clearance has been provided do I consider cosmetic removal.
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