Medical skin lesion removal is a safe, precise procedure performed by a healthcare professional to remove benign (non-cancerous) growths from the skin. At DRC360, this is a medical treatment focused on your health, safety, and aesthetic outcome, ensuring growths are removed with minimal scarring and maximum peace of mind.
Benign skin lesions like moles, skin tags, or warts can be a source of irritation or self-consciousness. You deserve to feel comfortable in your skin, with the assurance that your health is in expert hands. We provide a medical-grade solution that prioritizes your safety and delivers the clear, smooth skin you desire.
Your health is our first priority. Your clear skin is the result.
- Medically-Driven: Performed by a Board-Certified physician.
- Precise & Safe: Minimizes risk of infection and scarring.
- Expert Diagnosis: We ensure your lesion is benign before removal.
- Feel Confident: Restore smooth, clear skin.
Is Lesion Removal the Right Solution for You?
We perform a careful examination of any skin growth to ensure it is benign before recommending removal. This procedure is designed to address a variety of common, non-cancerous lesions.
Common Conditions Treated:
- Raised or Irritating Lesions:
- Skin Tags (Acrochordons): Small, soft flaps of skin commonly found on the neck, armpits, or groin.
- Seborrheic Keratoses: Waxy, “stuck-on” growths that can appear anywhere on the body and are common with aging.
- Cosmetic & Pigmented Lesions:
- Benign Moles (Nevi): Common pigmented growths that you may wish to remove for aesthetic reasons or due to irritation from clothing.
- Cherry Angiomas: Small, bright red spots formed from blood vessels.
- Viral-Based Growths:
- Warts: Common viral growths that can be persistent and uncomfortable.
You Are an Ideal Candidate If:
You are an adult in good health who is bothered by a benign skin lesion. You may feel it is unsightly, or it may catch on clothing or jewelry, causing irritation. You are not looking for a risky “at-home” fix; instead, you seek the safety, precision, and peace of mind that comes from having a highly experienced, Board-Certified physician manage your care.
Our integrative approach is designed to help you achieve transformative results that are far more than skin-deep.
Your Lesion Removal Experience at DRC360
Our process is centered on your safety, comfort, and the core DRC360 philosophy of treating the person first, then the patient.
- The Consultation: Listening First.
Your journey begins with a careful consultation. Dr. Cavazos (“Dr. C”) will examine your skin lesion, discuss your medical history, and listen to your concerns. With over 37 years of experience in family medicine, his primary goal is to provide an accurate medical diagnosis, confirming the lesion is benign and safe to remove. We believe in a relaxed atmosphere where you never feel rushed and all your questions are answered. - The Procedure: Precision and Care.
Once confirmed, the removal method is chosen based on the lesion’s type, size, and location. Dr. C will apply a local anesthetic to the area, ensuring the procedure is comfortable. He then uses a precise, sterile medical technique—such as shave excision, cryotherapy (freezing), or electrocautery (heat)—to remove the growth. The entire process is typically very quick, often completed in “under 30 minutes”. - The Follow-Up: Ensuring Wholeness.
After the procedure, we will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions to promote optimal healing and minimize scarring. Our team is known for exceptional follow-up care and is always available to answer any questions that arise during your recovery. Our mission is to ensure you achieve “wholeness”, which includes a safe procedure, a beautiful aesthetic result, and complete peace of mind.
Our Guiding Philosophy for Lesion Removal
At DRC360, our philosophy for skin lesion removal is rooted in Dr. Cavazos’s 37 years of medical experience. We view this not as a simple cosmetic “zap,” but as a medical procedure that demands the highest standard of care. Dr. C’s background in Family Practice and preventative medicine informs his approach: the most critical step is the initial diagnosis. An untrained eye cannot reliably distinguish a benign lesion from a potentially dangerous one.
Our method is defined by this medical-first principle. We ensure that what is being removed is, without a doubt, non-cancerous, providing a level of safety that at-home kits or non-medical spas cannot. The goal is twofold: to deliver a superior aesthetic result by using precise techniques that minimize scarring, and to protect the patient’s long-term health. This blend of medical expertise and aesthetic care embodies our mission of treating the whole person.
What to Expect: Your Results Timeline
- Immediately After Treatment: The treated area will be clean and covered with a small bandage. If a local anesthetic was used, the area will be numb for a short time.
- The First Week: A small scab will form over the area. It is crucial to keep the area clean and follow all aftercare instructions. Do not pick the scab, as this is your body’s natural bandage and picking it can cause scarring.
- One to Three Weeks: The scab will naturally fall off, revealing new, pink skin underneath. This new skin is delicate and should be protected from the sun with a high-SPF sunscreen to prevent discoloration.
- Final Results: Over the next several weeks, the pinkness will fade, and the new skin will blend with your surrounding skin tone. Most patients are left with a small, flat mark or no trace of the lesion at all.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lesion Removal
How Much Does Lesion Removal Cost?
The cost of skin lesion removal varies depending on the number, size, type, and location of the lesions being treated. During your consultation, Dr. C will provide a full assessment and a transparent quote. We believe in providing exceptional value through our medical expertise and personalized care.
Is Lesion Removal Painful?
The procedure is made very comfortable. We use a local anesthetic to completely numb the area before the removal begins. You may feel a tiny pinch from the injection, but you will not feel the removal itself. Our team is dedicated to creating a nurturing and welcoming environment and will ensure you feel at ease throughout the entire process.
How Does Lesion Removal Compare to At-Home (DIY) Removal?
This is a critical distinction. At-home “remedies” or online devices are extremely risky. The primary danger is the lack of diagnosis; you may be attempting to remove a melanoma or other skin cancer, which can have fatal consequences. Secondly, these at-home methods are not sterile and carry a high risk of infection, significant scarring, and incomplete removal, causing the lesion to grow back. Professional, medical removal by a Board-Certified physician like Dr. C ensures accurate diagnosis, a sterile environment, and the use of precise techniques to maximize safety and minimize scarring.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
For most benign lesions, such as skin tags, moles, and seborrheic keratoses, only one session is required for complete removal. In some cases, such as with persistent viral warts, a follow-up treatment may be necessary. This will be determined during your initial consultation.
You don’t have to live with a lesion that causes you irritation or self-consciousness. At DRC360, we have created a nurturing, welcoming environment where your health challenges are explored through careful consultation. We treat the person first, and we are ready to help you achieve the clear skin and, more importantly, the peace of mind you deserve.
