Skin Lesion Removal

Every patient begins with a thorough consultation to assess the lesion, confirm suitability for cryotherapy, measure the size, and ensure there are no features requiring onward referral. Patient safety and appropriate screening are central to this service.

Cryotherapy is suitable for a wide range of common benign skin lesions.

What Is Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy works by applying a controlled burst of extremely low temperature to the lesion. The rapid freezing and thawing cycle causes targeted cellular destruction within the treated area while preserving surrounding healthy skin.

Over the following days to weeks, the treated tissue naturally breaks down and sheds as new healthy skin forms beneath.

This treatment is quick, precise, and does not require cutting or sutures.

Lesions That Can Be Treated

Cryotherapy is suitable for a wide range of benign skin lesions, including:

• Skin tags
• Seborrhoeic keratoses
• Age spots
• Sun spots
• Cherry angiomas
• Verrucae
• Common warts
• Milia
• Certain benign moles
• Dermatofibromas
• Pigmented lesions assessed as suitable
• Sebaceous hyperplasia

Each lesion is assessed individually. If there is any clinical uncertainty or suspicion of malignancy, referral to a GP or dermatologist will be advised.

Consultation and Assessment

A dedicated consultation is required prior to treatment.

During this appointment:

• The lesion will be clinically assessed
• Size will be measured
• Suitability for cryotherapy will be confirmed
• Medical history will be reviewed
• Aftercare expectations will be discussed

If treatment proceeds, pricing is based on lesion size and number.

Investment

Lesion size is measured during consultation and pricing is confirmed before treatment.

What to Expect

During treatment, you may feel a brief cold or stinging sensation as the lesion is frozen. This is temporary and settles quickly.

Following treatment, the area may appear red, slightly swollen, or form a small blister or scab. This is a normal part of the healing process. The lesion typically darkens and naturally separates over one to three weeks depending on size and location.

Full aftercare guidance will be provided to support optimal healing and minimise the risk of complications.

Safety and Clinical Governance

This service is delivered within a clinically led framework. Only lesions assessed as benign and appropriate for cryotherapy are treated. Where required, onward referral will always take priority over cosmetic removal. There is also a skin lesion check service available in clinic.

Before & after

Individual results vary. Images are shown with consent and are for illustration only.

Frequently asked questions