Cautery/Cryotherapy – Face Or Neck Or Hands Or Feet

Description

Address unwanted skin growths and imperfections with precision and efficacy using our Cautery or Cryotherapy treatments, specifically for your Face, Neck, Hands, or Feet. These advanced, minimally invasive procedures offer safe and effective solutions for removing common benign skin lesions such as skin tags, warts, cherry angiomas, seborrheic keratoses, and certain other minor epidermal growths. Our skilled practitioners will assess your specific lesion(s) and recommend the most appropriate method to ensure optimal cosmetic results with minimal discomfort.

Cautery (Electrocautery/Electrosurgery): This technique uses a controlled electric current to generate heat, which is then applied to the skin lesion. The heat safely burns off or “cauterizes” the unwanted tissue. Cautery is highly precise, allowing for the targeted removal of individual lesions while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy skin. It’s particularly effective for skin tags, fibromas, certain moles (after medical evaluation), and some vascular lesions like cherry angiomas. The heat also helps to seal off blood vessels, which can minimize bleeding during and after the procedure. A local anesthetic is often used to ensure your comfort.

Cryotherapy (Cryosurgery): This method involves the application of extreme cold, typically using liquid nitrogen, to freeze and destroy benign skin lesions. The intense cold causes the cells within the lesion to freeze and then rupture upon thawing, leading to their eventual sloughing off. Cryotherapy is often preferred for warts, some skin tags, and certain types of superficial sun spots (actinic keratoses). It is a quick procedure, generally well-tolerated, and can be applied without the need for injectable anesthetic for smaller lesions, though a mild stinging or burning sensation may be experienced.

Benefits for Specific Areas:

• Face & Neck: Safely remove bothersome skin tags, warts, or benign moles that can detract from your complexion. Procedures on these visible areas are performed with the utmost care to ensure excellent cosmetic outcomes.
• Hands & Feet: Effectively treat stubborn warts (including plantar warts), skin tags, and other benign lesions that may cause discomfort or embarrassment. Cryotherapy is particularly common for warts on these areas due to its effectiveness.

Both cautery and cryotherapy are quick, outpatient procedures. You may experience some redness, swelling, and possibly blistering or scabbing in the treated area, which typically heals within 1-2 weeks, depending on the size and depth of the lesion. Our team will provide comprehensive aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing and the best possible cosmetic result. Reclaim smoother, clearer skin with these precise and effective removal techniques.