Is skin surgery painful?

You should not feel pain during the procedure itself, as the area is thoroughly numbed with local anaesthetic before treatment begins. You may notice some pressure or gentle movement, but this should not be uncomfortable. Once the anaesthetic wears off, mild soreness or tenderness is common. This is typically well controlled with simple pain relief and settles within a few days.

Will the lesion be sent for testing?

If there is any medical indication, the removed tissue is sent to a laboratory for histological analysis. This allows the cells to be examined under a microscope to confirm whether the lesion is benign or requires further management. You are informed in advance if this is recommended.

How much scarring should I expect?

Any procedure that cuts the skin will leave some degree of scar. Dr Garara plans incisions carefully, considering skin tension lines, location and closure technique to minimise visibility. Scars typically appear pink initially and soften, flatten, and fade over several months. You are advised on wound care and scar optimisation to support optimal healing.

Can skin surgery be done on the face?

Yes. Skin surgery can be safely performed on facial areas when appropriate. Extra care is taken with technique, instrument choice, and closure to optimise cosmetic outcome. Facial procedures are planned conservatively, balancing medical necessity with aesthetic considerations.

How long does recovery take?

Initial healing usually occurs within one to two weeks, depending on the size and location of the treated area. Stitches may be removed during this period or dissolve naturally over time. Deeper healing and scar maturation continue for several months. You are given realistic guidance on activity modification during recovery to reduce complications.

Skin Surgery

Restore clarity in your skin with expertly performed skin surgery. You may be concerned about moles, cysts, lipomas, skin tags, suspicious lesions, or bothersome lumps or bumps. Dr Bhavin Garara takes an educational approach to your care, carefully assessing each concern and explaining your options, so you feel informed, reassured and fully involved in your treatment plan.

What is skin surgery?

Refine and perfect your skin's surface

Skin surgery is a precise treatment that aims to diagnose and remove unwanted or suspicious skin lesions. It can address moles, cysts, lipomas, skin tags, warts, and other lumps or bumps, as well as lesions that require biopsy to rule out skin cancer. Procedures are typically performed under a local anaesthetic, with careful attention paid to technique, wound closure, and scar care.

Conditions

Skin surgery treats:

Moles that are changing, raised, irregular, or cosmetically bothersomeCysts, including epidermoid and sebaceous cystsLipomas (benign fatty lumps beneath the skin)Skin tags and benign growthsWarts and other viral skin lesionsSuspicious or pigmented lesions requiring biopsyLumps and bumps causing discomfort, irritation, or recurrent infectionLocalised skin lesions affecting the face or body

Quick Overview

Treatment at a Glance

Key facts about this procedure to help you understand what to expect before, during, and after your treatment.

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Treatment time

30 - 90 minutes

Recovery time

1 - 3 weeks

Anaesthesia

Local anaesthetic

Results duration

Permanent

Discomfort level

Minimal with anaesthetic

Aftercare

Keep wound clean and dry. Follow post-op instructions

How It Works

How does skin surgery work?

Skin surgery involves physically removing abnormal or unwanted tissue in a controlled manner. After numbing the area, the lesion is excised or treated using specialised surgical techniques. The removed tissue may be sent to a laboratory for microscopic analysis if needed. Your body then begins a natural healing response: new collagen forms, the skin edges seal together, and the area remodels over time.

Benefits of Treatments

The Real Benefits of Choosing Our Cosmetic Solutions

Precisely targets and removes the root cause of the skin concern

Allows for accurate diagnosis through biopsy when clinically indicated

Performed under local anaesthetic for comfort and safety

Immediate removal rather than ongoing management

High level of control over wound closure and scar placement

Suitable for both medical and cosmetic indications

What to expect from skin surgery with Dr Garara

Consultation: Your consultation with Dr Garara begins with a detailed medical history and a focused skin examination, which assesses the size, location, behaviour, and symptoms of your lesion. You are guided through the clinical findings, including whether removal, monitoring, or biopsy is recommended. Dr Garara explains the proposed surgical techniques, anaesthesia, scarring considerations and aftercare in clear terms.

Treatment: After the area is cleansed and marked, a local anaesthetic is carefully injected to numb the skin. Once comfort is confirmed, the lesion is precisely excised or treated using surgical instruments chosen for its depth and location. Bleeding is controlled, the wound edges are aligned, and fine sutures are placed to optimise healing.

Recovery: After your procedure, you can expect mild swelling, tenderness, and occasional bruising around the treated area. A small amount of redness or tightness is normal as your skin begins healing. You will be given clear instructions on cleaning the wound, changing dressings, and protecting the area from strain or friction.

Results: You will notice the primary result immediately, as the unwanted lesion has been physically removed at the time of treatment. Healing continues over the following weeks as swelling settles and the skin remodels. In most cases, the results are permanent, as the treated lesion does not return.