Skin tags are small benign growths that often occur around the facial area. Many individuals wish to have skin tags removed even though they are not harmless. There are several removal options that are available if you have a skin tag that has been bothering you.
Cautery
Cautery is a great option if you want your skin tag to be removed quickly. The cautery process is an easy one that utilizes a tiny tool to burn the skin cells that the skin tag is made up of. Once the cells are dead, the skin tag will simply fall off. Depending on the size and number of skin tags you have, you may get away with just one treatment!
Excise
Skin tag excision is when a surgical procedure is used to remove the skin tag. This is the preferred method for larger skin tags and may be a part of a biopsy procedure. The excise method can be performed on small skin tags as well, but there are other options that are less invasive if the skin tag is smaller in size.
Laser
Laser removal of skin tags is a quick procedure that can be done in an outpatient setting. The laser procedure consists of a doctor numbing the area and then using lasers to burn off the skin tag. While it may not seem pleasant, it is relatively painless with most patients reporting minimal discomfort and no scarring.
Liquid Nitrogen
Liquid Nitrogen is a method to use to remove skin tags that is completely painless. The liquid nitrogen will essentially freeze the skin tag quickly so it is unable to keep growing. After multiple treatments, the skin tag will simply flake away. This treatment can be administered at home or in the doctor's office.
Skin tags are not something that you are forced to live with. Contact us today to book an appointment if you have a skin tag and are in need of removal.
