Benign Skin Growths
Benign Skin Growths - Moles, Warts, Sun Spots, Lesions and more
Benign skin growths may not be pretty, but they are pretty normal! From moles to warts, seborrheic keratoses to sun spots, these lesions can often be easily treated by a board-certified dermatologist. If you are struggling with benign growths on your body, trust our team to help you achieve healthy, glowing skin and a renewed sense of confidence.
What to Expect with Benign Skin Growths
Benign skin growths come in many shapes and sizes:
Moles
Cysts
Warts
Seborrheic keratoses
Lentigines (a.k.a. age spots or liver spots)
Cherry angiomas
These lesions may pop up on the face, neck, chest, hands, and trunk for a variety of reasons, including age, genetics, and sun exposure. Although harmless, if you find these skin growths uncomfortable or bothersome, our board-certified dermatologists can help you take control. In most cases, benign skin growths can be quickly and easily removed.
It’s critical that you see a dermatologist for these procedures. With thousands of hours of skin-specific training, our board-certified dermatologists will examine your skin, ensure all lesions are benign (rather than cancerous) and develop the most effective cosmetic treatment plan possible to help you experience the freedom of clear, beautiful skin.
Cosmetic Solutions at IDC
Ready to say goodbye to lumps, bumps, and spots?
Book a consultation to discuss your skin goals with one of our board-certified dermatologists.
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Electrocautery harnesses a low-voltage electric charge through a needle, cauterizing and removing the unwanted growth.
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Cryotherapy uses (very!) cold liquid nitrogen to freeze and diminish tissue, reducing unwanted pigment and producing a more even tone.
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BBL treatments use broadband light energy to stimulate your body’s collagen production and remove pigments, vascular lesions like cherry angiomas and imperfections in the skin. In your consultation, our dermatologists will examine your skin and choose the proper wavelengths of light to target your concerns.
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We offer an extensive range of laser peels, including NanoLaserPeel TM, MicroLaserPeel®, and deeper laser ablation. Laser resurfacing uses intense laser energy to remove the superficial layers of the skin. This treatment can zap away benign lesions, improve the skin’s overall texture, and deliver a more even complexion.
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Shave removal and full depth excisions can remove any growths at the top of the skin more quickly and with less downtime than a full skin-depth excision.
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Best Treatments for your Benign Skin Growths
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Benign Lesion Removal
Cosmetic lesion removal is customized to your need. Treatment options include shaving off or removing the lesion through a small incision, cryotherapy, electrocautery, or laser treatments.
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Cryotherapy
Liquid nitrogen is precision-applied, triggering an immune response in your body to begin replacing damaged cells with new ones. Your benign skin lesions are naturally replaced with fresh, clear skin in a matter of weeks.
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BroadBand Light Treatment
Whether you want to reduce redness and pigmentation or revitalize and maintain your skin, BBL treatments use light energy to stimulate your body’s collagen production.
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Laser Resurfacing
Laser resurfacing works by removing the outermost layer of your skin. How much is removed? That’s up to you and your dermatologist depending on your goals, available down time, and your unique skin health.
Ready for your Treatment? We found your Doctor. Reserve today with our Resident Certified Dermatologist
Meet Dr. Dianne Burrows, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Dianne Burrows is a board-certified dermatologist and a respected Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Continuously enhancing her expertise in both medical and cosmetic dermatology, Dr. Burrows engages in ongoing education and clinical trial work, reflecting her commitment to lifelong learning in dermatology and helping her patients. Dr. Burrows founded and currently leads the Interior Dermatology Centre, providing patients with medical and cosmetic care.