Cryosurgery
Cryosurgery is an option for quickly and effectively treating skin imperfections. At Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute, our board-certified dermatologists perform cryosurgery on people living in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Kendall, FL, and nearby areas, to remove skin imperfections and restore a positive self-image.
What is Cryosurgery?
Cryosurgery is a treatment using extreme cold to destroy abnormal skin tissue or skin imperfections, such as moles, warts and skin tags. It uses liquid nitrogen sprayed or dabbed directly on the targeted area to rapidly freeze and remove the imperfection or diseased tissue.
WHAT IS CRYOSURGERY USED TO TREAT?
Cryosurgery treats the following:
Skin tags
Moles
Skin Cancer
Warts
HOW IS CRYOSURGERY PERFORMED?
During cryosurgery, a small amount of liquid nitrogen is placed on the targeted area with a cotton swab and allowed to remain there for just a few seconds. It typically does not take very long for the imperfection to be eliminated either on its own or with the assistance of the doctor. Cryosurgery takes only a few minutes to complete and since the area is numbed with a local anesthetic, there is no pain. This procedure requires the expertise of a qualified board-certified dermatologist to successfully remove the skin condition.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT AFTER CRYOSURGERY?
Immediately following the procedure, the skin must thaw. Over the following few days, the area scabs over for about two weeks. The area may take a few months to fully heal. Once healed, the results are permanent.
AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR CRYOSURGERY?
You may be a good candidate for cryosurgery if you have tried other treatments to remove warts and other skin imperfections without success or you want to remove them quickly and without any issues. If you are sensitive to cold, you may consider another treatment. We recommend you schedule a consultation with one of our dermatologists to evaluate your issue and determine the most effective treatment, especially when considering cryotherapy for skin cancer removal.
Our board-certified dermatologists at Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute use cryosurgery to remove skin conditions such as warts and skin tags on people living in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Kendall, FL, and the surrounding communities. Contact us for a consultation today.
