Skin Tag Removal in London

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City Dermatology Clinic
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Welcome to City Dermatology Clinic, your trusted partner for private skin tag removal in the heart of London. Our team, led by some of London’s most skilled dermatology doctors, specialises in safe, efficient, and minimally invasive techniques to address and remove skin tags.

At City Dermatology Clinic, our experienced doctors offer surgical excision and cryotherapy services to safely and effectively remove skin tags, ensuring your comfort and satisfaction.

 

Surgical Excision & Electrocautery

For this treatment, our doctors numb the area around the skin tag with local anesthesia, ensuring you’re comfortable and pain-free. Then, using a scalpel or surgical scissors, they carefully remove the skin tag, providing immediate results. This method is precise, clean, and effective, especially for larger skin tags. Surgical excision is ideal if you have larger skin tags or those in sensitive areas where precision is crucial. Our team is skilled in performing this procedure with minimal discomfort and excellent cosmetic outcomes, regardless of the skin tag’s location.

In this advanced treatment, our doctors use a specialised probe heated by electric current to burn away the skin tag, cauterising the area simultaneously to prevent bleeding. This method is highly precise, allowing for the targeted removal of the skin tag with minimal impact on surrounding skin. Electrocautery is excellent for removing small to medium skin tags, especially in areas where aesthetics are a concern, such as your face or neck. It’s also an effective option for addressing multiple skin tags in a single session. Our doctors will evaluate if this technique is the most appropriate for your specific needs.

 

No Downtime Needed

At City Dermatology Clinic, prioritising our patients’ comfort and convenience without compromising on the effectiveness of treatments is paramount. Our sophisticated skin tag removal techniques are designed to minimise recovery time, enabling patients to promptly return to their gym routines and daily activities with no downtime required. Following the procedure, it’s normal for a scab to form over the treated area, which is a crucial part of the healing process. Allowing this scab to naturally detach is essential for achieving the best cosmetic results, avoiding picking or scratching to ensure minimal to no scarring and usually eliminating the need for stitches. Opting for professional care guarantees a safe and effective procedure, alongside expert aftercare advice and prevention tips to maintain optimal skin health. Trust our expertise for a careful and efficient skin tag removal, allowing you to confidently and comfortably resume your everyday life.

Acrochordon (Common Skin Tag)

Small, benign, soft, flesh-colored growths that often appear on a stalk. Commonly found in areas of skin friction such as the neck, armpits, groin, and under the breasts. They vary in size from a few millimeters up to 5cm.

 

Papilloma of the Eyelid (Skin Tag on Eye Lid)

Also known as an eyelid skin tag or acrochordon, these are small, soft, flesh-colored growths found on the eyelids. They are identical in nature to skin tags found on other body parts, posing no harm but potentially affecting aesthetic appearance or comfort.

 

Fibroepithelial Polyp (Fleshy Growth)

Benign, flesh-colored growths that can be slightly larger than common skin tags. They have a stalk (pedunculated) and are soft to touch, often appearing in areas of skin fold such as the neck, armpits, and groin.

 

Filiform Wart 

While not a skin tag, filiform warts are thin, thread-like warts that commonly appear on the face, especially around the eyelids, lips, and neck. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and differ from skin tags in origin and treatment.

 

Pendulous Papilloma 

Larger, more elongated skin tags that hang from the skin surface by a thin stalk. They are soft, flesh-colored, and commonly appear in areas of high friction. They share the same benign nature as common acrochordons but are notable for their pendulous or dangling appearance.

A skin tag, medically known as an acrochordon, is a small, benign, flesh-colored growth that typically appears on the skin’s surface in areas prone to friction, such as the neck, armpits, groin, eyelids, and under the breasts. These growths can vary in size from very small to as large as a grape and are characterised by their soft, pendulous nature, often hanging from the skin by a narrow stalk. While skin tags pose no health risk, many individuals seek removal for cosmetic reasons or because they cause discomfort when they rub against clothing or jewelry. 

 

The removal process for skin tags can vary depending on their size and location but typically involves surgical methods that are both quick and minimally invasive. Small skin tags may be removed via cryotherapy (freezing), while larger ones might require surgical excision or electrocautery (burning) to ensure a clean and safe removal. Our private dermatology clinic offers these services with a focus on minimising discomfort and promoting quick healing, allowing individuals to return to their daily activities with little to no downtime. When choosing City Dermatology Clinic for skin tag removal, it’s important to remember that we prioritise patient care and employ skilled professionals familiar with the latest surgical techniques to achieve the best outcomes.

Symptoms of Skin Tags

  • Typically, skin tags are small, benign outgrowths that match your skin color or are slightly darker.

  • They feel soft and can be moved or wiggled back and forth.

  • Often attached to the skin by a narrow stalk (peduncle), giving them a characteristic dangling appearance.

  • Skin tags are usually painless and non-irritating under normal conditions.

  • They can vary in size from a pinpoint to as large as a grape.

  • Frequently found in areas of friction such as the neck, armpits, under the breasts, groin, and eyelids.

 

Causes of Skin Tags

The exact causes of skin tags remain somewhat elusive, but they are believed to be linked to several contributing factors. Friction is considered a primary factor, with skin tags often appearing in areas where skin rubs against itself or clothing, such as the neck, armpits, under the breasts, groin, and eyelids.

Choosing professional skin tag removal at a clinic like City Dermatology Clinic is highly recommended over home remedies. Professional removal, conducted by experienced dermatologists or plastic surgeons, is safe, precise, and minimally invasive, ensuring complete removal with a low risk of scarring or infection. This is particularly crucial for tags in sensitive or visible areas, such as the face, where cosmetic outcomes are important. In contrast, home remedies and over-the-counter products pose risks of incomplete removal, infection, and potential damage to surrounding skin. Moreover, a professional evaluation is essential to confirm the growth is a benign skin tag and not a symptom of another condition.

 

Additionally, professional treatment offers the advantage of access to advanced removal techniques and post-treatment care advice tailored to your skin’s needs. Dermatologists can also provide guidance on preventing future skin tags and address any underlying skin conditions that may contribute to their development. Opting for professional treatment ensures that you are not only treating the current issue but also taking a step towards overall skin health and wellness, with support from experts who understand the nuances of skin care. This comprehensive approach is something home remedies cannot offer, highlighting the importance of seeking professional care for skin tag removal.

City Dermatology Clinic stands at the forefront of skin tag removal, offering personalised, professional care to each patient. Our clinics, ideally located in London’s prestigious Harley Street and the City of London, are easily accessible for those seeking expert care.

 

Expertise in Skin Tag Removal

At City Dermatology Clinic, we specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin tag types, including common skin tags to eyelid skin tags, among others. Our team of experts uses state-of-the-art techniques and equipment to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plans tailored to each patient’s specific needs.

 

Same Day ‘See and Treat’ Service

Recognising the importance of swift and effective treatment, we provide a same-day ‘see and treat’ service, following an initial consultation. This service is crafted for utmost convenience, enabling patients to undergo diagnosis and treatment in a single visit.

 

Tailored Treatment Approaches

Acknowledging the uniqueness of each patient and their condition, we offer customised treatment options that range from minimally invasive techniques to surgical removal. Our aim is to select the most appropriate method for removal to prevent any future dissatisfaction, utilising scar minimisation strategies to ensure the best possible cosmetic results.

What to expect

Before and After Skin Tag Removal

Before and After Skin Tag Removal

Our Team

Private Skin Tag Removal Doctors

Discover expert care and compassionate support from our leading private skin tag removal doctors in London, dedicated to ensuring your comfort and health with state-of-the-art treatments to ensure a smooth skin tag removal experience.

Discover expert care and compassionate support from our leading private skin tag removal doctors in London, dedicated to ensuring your comfort and health with state-of-the-art treatments to ensure a smooth skin tag removal experience.

Dr. Jana Torres-Grau
BSc (Hons), MBChB, FRCS (Plast)
Headshot portrait photo of Dr. Georgios Pafitanis at City Dermatology Clinic
Dr. Georgios Pafitanis
MD, PhD
Mr Vincenzo Ottaviano
MA MBBS FRCS (Plast)
Headshot portrait photo of Dr. Nicki Bystrzonowski at City Dermatology Clinic
Dr. Nicki Bystrzonowski
MD, PhD

Dr. Jana Torres-Grau

BSc (Hons), MBChB, FRCS (Plast)

 

Headshot portrait photo of Dr. Georgios Pafitanis at City Dermatology Clinic

Dr. Georgios Pafitanis

MD, PhD

 

Mr Vincenzo Ottaviano

MA MBBS FRCS (Plast)

 

Headshot portrait photo of Dr. Nicki Bystrzonowski at City Dermatology Clinic

Dr. Nicki Bystrzonowski

MD, PhD

 

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