Electro Micro Surgery (Cosmetic Removal Of Benign Growths)

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Electro Micro Surgery

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Advanced Cosmetic Procedures (ACP) 

Trust the professional and experienced medical aesthetician at Devonshire House Skin Clinic.

At Devonshire House Skin Clinic, we make sure to support you in a practical sense by removing any unsightly skin blemishes that may have affected your confidence.

Advanced Cosmetic Procedures (ACP) using electro-micro-surgery is suitable for a wide diversity of unwanted benign growth and skin blemishes. 

Electro micro surgery treatment is quick with immediate effective results, offering eventual blemish free skin without leaving a surgical scar, or damage to the surrounding skin. 

This treatment does not involve laser, freezing,  cryo plasma pen, or excision. 

Please note some blemishes might require a dermatologist's letter prior to treatment. 


What is Electro-Micro-Surgery


Electro-micro-surgery is the application of a (radio frequency-RF) electric current as a means to cut and coagulate tissue. Its benefits include the ability to make precise cuts with limited bleeding. 

In this procedure, an electric probe is used for removing benign growths and the cauterisation of tissue. 

Electro-micro-surgery is very similar to electrocautery. Electrocautery and Electro-micro-surgery uses heat conduction to a certain temperature by a direct current. Diathermy is used; diathermy means dielectric heating, by high frequency. 

This procedure is very safe, quick, effective and used in most surgical procedures without the need of stitching or leaving a surgical scar. A medical grade topical anaesthetic is used in all procedures. 



For a free email consultation and price,  please forward your photo to: info@devonshirehouseskin.co.uk  


Full clinic consultations are carried out before procedures and included in the price. 

Moles
Papilloma 

Epidermal Nevus
Skin tags
Warts
Age Spots
Pigmentation marks
Campbell de Morgans
Cherry Angiomas
Blood Spots
Dermatosis Paplosa Nigra
Dermatofibromas
Cysts
Folliculitis

Fibroma
Keratosis Pilaris
Milia
Molluscum Contagiosum
Plane Warts
Plantar Warts
Verruca
Sebaceous Cysts
Sebaceous Hyperplasia
Sebaceous Naevi
Seborrheic Keratosis
Ingrowing Hairs
Spider Naevus
Syringoma
Thread Veins
Telangiectasia
Red veins
Xanthelasma
Lumps & Bumps



Many people are looking to have benign lesions removed, however the NHS are facing huge waiting lists. 

As the NHS is no longer delivering cosmetic removal treatments. This means that the majority of unwanted growths (moles, cysts warts, verrucae, and skin tags) are no longer administered for free on the NHS, unless it is believed to be life-threatening or cancerous.


Devonshire House Skin Clinic is offering cosmetic procedures for removal of benign and unwanted skin growths. 


Moles   

Moles are small, coloured lesions which can be seen anywhere on the skin’s surface. They contain cells called melanocytes which give the mole its pigmented appearance.


A mole itself is easily treated, but rather than ‘removing’ by excision we ‘visibly reduce the appearance’ of the mole. A number of techniques are used all using diathermy (AC). 

Moles could require 1-2 sessions. The first session usually can remove the complete mole, however occasionally a follow up treatment is needed to smooth out the remaining mole. The colour can never be guaranteed to exactly match the surrounding skin, but if the mole is none pigmented, it will certainly become lighter. 


Moles are normally not a cause of concern and are usually a cosmetic issue for patients, if however, you have noticed changes in your mole (e.g. if you see it getting bigger, changing colour, bleeding, or having irregular borders) then it is very important to get it examined by a dermatologist who can determine whether it requires excision. 

*We do not offer biopsy or excision of moles. 


Some moles might require a dermatologist's letter prior to treatment. 

Benign moles can be treated for cosmetic purposes. 


Keratosis Pilaris

Keratosis pilaris is characterized by tiny, hard bumps that occur in groups on the skin. These tiny skin bumps most often appear on the outside of the upper arms and the thighs, but may develop anywhere on the body when keratin hardens within hair follicles. The bumps are usually flesh-coloured, but may be slightly pink. Risk factors for keratosis pilaris include a family history of the condition, dry skin, and atopic dermatitis. Keratosis pilaris may get better as you get older, but topical treatments and electro micro surgery will help to reduce its appearance, and electro micro surgery is suitable. 


Telangiectasia (Red Veins) 

These are not ‘broken capillaries’ as so often named, but permanently dilated capillaries. The fine facial capillaries dilate and constrict constantly in order to control the body temperature, they lose their elasticity and weaken so they can become permanently dilated. Their visibility is often seen by the breakdown of collagen and elastin and ageing, thinning skin. 


There are many causes for telangiectasia including: ageing, hereditary and genetic, pregnancy, hormones, smoking, general skin fragility, extreme sports, temperature extremes and harsh weather exposure. They are commonly seen in 'English rose’ complexions. 


A course of advanced cosmetic procedure is usually recommended for telangiectasia. Both thermolysis and blend methods can be utilised, but the latter is only practiced by a few specialists in the field. Diathermy is more commonly used, which involves a very accurate positioning of the probe over the blood vessel and a current is applied to cauterise. This causes that tiny section of vessel to immediately disappear. 


Campbell de Morgan (Blood spots) 

These are vascular blemishes also known as Cherry Angioma or Blood Spots. They are seen slightly raised or dome shaped. They are mostly seen on the trunk in middle aged and elderly clients and are more common in men than women. Larger ones might need more than one treatment. Smaller ones often disappear at one treatment.


Spider Naevus

Spider Naevus is a dilated blood vessel, with smaller capillaries radiating from it like the legs of a spider. They can be a result of a trauma to the skin, for example, a bump to the skin in sports. Certain conditions can make them worse including extreme heat and cold, obesity, pregnancy, stress or pressure on the area. Several spider naevus appearing spontaneously is a cause for concern as it might indicate something more sinister. They can be treated with Blend or Diathermy methods although they might need more than one treatment.


Skin Tags (Fibroepithelial polyp/papilloma)

Skin Tags are a common fibrous skin condition commonly found in areas of moisture or friction such as the armpits, under the breasts, groin or around the neck. Derived from epithelial cells and consisting of loose fibrous tissue, they form single or multiple distributions. They often vary in size from very small to the size of a large pea or larger. They are viral in nature (Human Papilloma Virus HPV) and whilst not infectious they can proliferate on individuals to hundreds of them on some people. 

Skin Tags are very easily treated using advanced cosmetic procedures  - cauterisation and whether they are tiny ones between the eyelashes to large ones under the arms. Areas of friction such as the under the breasts and under folds of skin are very common areas to find these irritating lesions. Advanced electro micro surgery is probably the quickest, easiest and safest way of removing them with leaving no surgical scars. 


There are three different methods of skin tag removal for different types of tags depending on their size and their location, at consultation the recommended method will be discussed (skin tags on the genital areas are not treated).


Milia

Milia present themselves as small white lipid-epithelium lumps which contain lamellated keratin deposits and often show as hard white spots lying in the superficial papillary dermis. They are a retention of keratin and sebaceous material within the pilosebaceous duct, eccrine sweat duct, or the sebaceous collar surrounding vellus hair. Their exact cause is unknown although they are often related to diet with a high cholesterol intake, rich moisturising creams and are also associated with dry skin which can be acidic.


They can all be treated easily with advanced cosmetic procedures techniques using (AC) current which gently cauterises them so that the hard keratinised centre is broken down. This is an advanced way to treat them, as opposed to removing them with a microlance, which can bruise or damage the skin and cause broken capillaries. Milia can be seen between the eyelashes, on the eyelid itself, the cheek area or anywhere on the face or neck. They tend to grow in size and become harder. Some people may only suffer one and others hundreds in one area. 


Seborrhoeic Keratosis 

Classifies within the wart family, but these are not contagious. They present as raised or crusty and appear quite common on the face and hands in older people. They are usually brown because of melanin and so can be mistaken for moles to the untrained eye. They can be removed with diathermy (AC) simply and effectively. 


Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra

Is peculiar to black or middle eastern skin and is a common papular disorder. The lesions are histologically identical to seborrhoea keratosis and seen as smooth, dome shaped, brown to black papules seen mainly on the cheeks, neck and upper chest. These are generally a very common disorder and the famous actor Morgan Freeman has many of these on his face. They are very easily and successfully treated using diathermy as in advanced cosmetic procedures techniques. 


Age Spots   

Age spots are caused by an accumulation of a yellow pigment called lipofuscin from ageing of the collagen producing cells. They are very common on the hands and face of middle aged and elderly patients. Chemical peels and skin whitening products are commonly used for treatment, but ACP is also very effective. Using a very fine probe and diathermy (AC) current a tiny section of the age spot is lifted from the underlying tissue and the colour underneath is observed. If the tiny area exposed is lighter in colour, removal can go ahead with varying degrees of success. If the pigment underneath the tiny section lifted is the same colour as the age spot itself, the pigment goes deep into the dermis and treatment will not be successful. 


Xanthomas / Xanthelasma 

Xanthelasma Palpebera appears on the eyelids and are flat yellowish growths around the eyelid. They cause no pain if they are successfully treated with diathermy. They require more than one treatment and often over a period of time allowing the skin to heal. 


Syringoma 

Syringomas are benign eccrine gland tumours presenting as flat papules or plates found around the eye area particularly under the eye. They are easily treated with diathermy in advanced cosmetic procedures/ electro micro surgery techniques.


Molluscum Contagiosum 

This is a common condition of small ‘warty pearly’ white or slightly pink lumps on the skin, each lump being round, firm and about 1-5mm wide. It is a contagious virus. New ones tend to appear as old ones fade, as the virus spreads to other areas of skin. Therefore ‘crops’ appear and disappear for several months and it can take 12-18 months before they are gone completely. ACP using diathermy can successfully desiccate each molluscum. 


Sebaceous Cysts 

Sebaceous Cyst or Steatoma, is an accumulation of keratin trapped under the surface of the skin within a sebaceous sac created from skin cells. They are slow-growing, small bumps or lumps under the skin. 

Sebaceous cysts are formed often due to swollen hair follicles, blocked glands, skin trauma and higher levels of testosterone in the body. Keratin is an extremely strong protein found naturally within the body and is made up of dead cells and amino acids such as seen in nails and hair. 

The size of the cyst can vary from very small to the size of an egg, and the areas affected can be anywhere i.e face, chest, scalp, neck and legs. 

Depending on the size and location of the cyst, more than one session might be required. Successful treatment cannot always be guaranteed as every cyst is very individual in nature. 

A small probe is inserted into the sebaceous cyst a number of times with an A/C, RF diathermy current. The heat cauterises the cyst and immediately reduces it's size. The cyst can also be drained out, or shaved down if necessary. Further treatment might be required for larger sized cysts. 


*Please note, pilar cysts on the scalp can take 2-6 months to fully heal from scabs. 

(Small Pilar cysts are sometimes called trichilemmal cysts or wens can be treated). 


*We do not offer surgical excision of cysts,; this procedure does not involve stitching or leaving a surgical scar. 


Skin Cysts, Lumps, and Bumps

Cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can develop just about anywhere on the body, but not every skin bump or lump is a cyst. Forward us an image via email for a free email consultation, and find out if your cyst or lump are suitable to be removed by electro micro surgery.

A cyst is a closed pocket under the skin filled with some type of fluid or other material. Cysts may form outside the body such as under the skin. Lots of skin bumps, though, are not truly cysts, even though many people commonly refer to them that way. These hard nodules that appear beneath your skin may be cause for concern, but most of them are harmless. However, cancerous cysts do occur, so have any growth that is causing you pain or increasing in size diagnosed by a doctor. How a cyst is treated will depend on what kind of cyst it is. 


Wart Treatments

There are various types of warts, including flat (plane), raised (common) and verrucas (plantar - on the feet). They are benign epidermal tumours which are contagious (human papilloma virus) and all can be treated. Plane or flat warts occur on the face, backs of hands and wrists. Hygiene must be of the highest importance to avoid cross infection and if not treated, they may spread or infect others and become larger. Treatment is performed using diathermy. It is advisable to cover the warts with a plaster until they are completely treated. 


Verruca 

Verruca is a form of a wart which is contagious and grows and spreads in time, if not treated. Unlike cryo sprays (which only treat the upper part of the wart), the electro micro surgery treatment removes the upper part of the wart and the root, for a permanent result.  


Types of warts

Some of the types of warts caused by HPV include:

Common warts (verruca vulgaris) – these look like hard, raised lumps with rough surfaces. Any body part can be affected, but the knees and hands are the most common sites.

Flat warts (verruca plana) – these look like smooth, flattened lumps. Any body part can be affected, but the face, lower legs and hands are the most common sites.

Filiform warts – these look like thin, long threads. The face is usually affected, particularly near the eyelids and lips.

Mosaic warts – these appear as a group of tightly clustered warts. The hands and soles of the feet are most commonly affected.

Plantar warts – these look like small, hard bumps, and can have tiny black dots on them. The soles of the feet are most commonly affected.


Warts are small skin growths caused by viral infections. 

Warts are a common skin complaint, particularly in childhood. 

Without medical treatment, most warts either spread or become bigger. Very rarely they disappear by themselves. 

Make sure you choose the correct wart treatment for a permanent result, and to avoid risks of scarring. 

With electro micro surgery the procedure is permanent with no risk of surgical scarring. 


Dermatofibromas

A dermatofibroma, or fibrous histiocytoma, is another type of skin bump that’s very common, not cancerous, and also not a true cyst.

A dermatofibroma is a hard bump that generally forms on an arm or leg in a spot where the skin has been damaged in some way (perhaps bitten by a bug or stuck by a thorn), but in many cases, it's not clear why dermatofibromas occur.

They vary in colour from yellow to brown to pink. Dermatofibromas are not a threat to your health. 

They can be easily removed by electro micro surgery, without leaving a surgical scar.

Folliculitis

Folliculitis is a condition that occurs when hair follicles anywhere on the body become inflamed and infected as a result of irritation from friction (something rubbing against them).

A small cyst can form at the site of an inflamed hair follicle, creating a hard little pimple covered with a crusty film; other symptoms include itching and a rash. Folliculitis is an infection, so topical or oral antibiotics helps.

Folliculitis is suitable to be treated by electro micro

surgery to help reduce the size, drain and cauterise the cyst.

Cherry Angioma / Campbell de Morgan (Blood spots) 

These are vascular blemishes also known as Cherry Angioma or Blood Spots. They are seen slightly raised or dome shaped. They are mostly seen on the trunk in middle aged and elderly clients and are more common in men than women. Larger ones might need more than one treatment. Smaller ones often disappear at one treatment.

FAO (Frequently Asked Questions) 


1- Does the treatment hurt? 

A topical medical anaesthetic is used before and during the procedure, so the treatment is not very painful and only a very slight sensation of heat is felt. 


2- Is there any scarring? 

As the procedure is not full surgical excision and stitching is not involved, there will be no surgical scars. However there might be a slight skin discolouration left due to the heat used, and in most cases when the aftercare guidelines is followed, the skin heals without much trace of the treatment. 


3- Can I go on holiday after treatment? 

As the electro micro surgery procedure is invasive, please allow 2-4 weeks before sun and sea exposure. 


4- How long does it take to heal? It normally takes 48hrs for the skin to scab, and can take 2-6 weeks for the scab to fall off and skin to heal (depending on your skin and the procedure).


5- Can I have the treatment when pregnant or breastfeeding? No 


6- Can I apply makeup after treatment? 

You need to allow 48hrs for the scab to appear before makeup application. This is to avoid infection of the skin. 


7- Can I shower and bath after treatment? 

Ideally not for 48hrs until the skin is scabbed. This is to avoid infection.


8- Can the treatment be done around the eye area? Yes. The procedure of electro micro surgery is not laser, cryo sprays (which are dangerous to be used around the eye area), so it can be used for any unwanted growths from around the eye, and even inside the lashes. 


9- Cysts: 

Are cysts removed permanently? 

With the procedure of electro micro surgery, the cyst can be reduced in size by draining it out, or shaving it down by cauterisation to reduce its size. This procedure is for cosmetic purposes and is not a full surgical cyst excision, and is not permanent. Using cauterisation the area will be sealed, and will not be stitched over, hence no surgical scars. 

In some cases the sac of the cyst can be removed, but this depends on the type of cyst treated. 

Please note: cysts can grow back, but not immediately and can take between 1-5 years, when the treatment can be repeated. 

-What’s the difference between a pilar cyst and a sebaceous cyst?

People frequently confuse sebaceous cysts and pilar cysts, but there are several differences between the two:

-Pilar cysts grow from your hair follicles, most frequently on your scalp. Sebaceous cysts grow from sebaceous glands that can appear almost anywhere on your body.

-Sebaceous glands secrete a substance called sebum that makes up some of the oil on your skin. Trichilemmal cysts are filled with keratin, a protein that makes hair, skin and nail cells.

-Pilar cysts are round and smooth and can grow quite large. Sebaceous cysts are tiny domes with a minuscule opening on top that will ooze sebum if you squeeze the cyst.

Pilar cysts can take 2-6 months to fully heal. 

Sebaceous cysts can take 4-8 weeks to heal. 


10- Moles:

Are moles removed permanently? 

This procedure is for cosmetic removal of benign moles, and does not involve a full surgical excision, and some moles might grow back and require further treatments. There are no biopsy, or tests performed on moles, so ideally if you have concerns about your moles (bleeding, itching, changing shape or growing), best to have them checked before cosmetic removal, or forward a photo by email to advise. 


11- Warts:

Are warts removed permanently?

Yes, when warts are fully treated, they are permanently gone without any damage to the surrounding skin, including Seborrheic Keratosis, Verruca and Molluscum Contagiosum.



         🌟Some Important Aftercare Guidelines:


o Reddening, swelling and sensitivity of the skin for up to 48 hours. 


o The treated area and surrounding skin may feel hot for up to 48 hours, and itchy for 2 weeks while healing. 


o The skin may itch as the healing process takes place and the final result and healing is 4-6 weeks.

 

o Do not touch, rub or irritate the treated area.

 

o Please keep the area covered with a loose plaster whilst sleeping to prevent dislodging the scab.

 

o Do not use Bio Oil or any other products to the area treated.

 

o When washing or cleansing, use a gentle soap or a perfume free cleanser and gently “pat” the area dry to avoid dislodging any scabs or crusts. The same applies to make up remover - please gently pat the area and avoid rubbing.

 

o Do not use hot water on the treated area, including hot showers until the area has healed.


o Avoid using AHA products, exfoliation, fake tanning and perfumed skin products.

 

o Avoid activities that may irritate or dislodge any crusting or minor scabbing e.g swim-ming, saunas, steam, facial steaming, facial scrubs and any other beauty treatments until the area has completely healed.

 

o Swimming should be avoided for at least 2 weeks.


o Please stay out of UV light completely during the healing as much as possible.


o Cover up with a hat and protect the area with SPF50 ( if scabs have fallen off), and continue for 8 weeks. 

o Make-up may be applied 48 hours after treatment.

 

Note: Please always contact your GP if the area is becoming infected and painful to touch. 

(Some blemishes might require a dermatologist's letter prior to treatment). 


Please forward us an image via email for an exact diagnosis: info@devonshirehouseskin.co.uk 

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