Treatment
Skin Lesion Removal
Removal of skin lesions around the eyes and face, including shave excision and surgical excision, performed by Miss Tina Khanam in London.
Overview
Understanding the Procedure
Miss Tina Khanam performs removal of skin lesions on and around the eyelids and face. As an ophthalmic surgeon, she has specialist expertise in the delicate periocular (around the eye) area where precision is essential to protect eye function and achieve an excellent cosmetic outcome.
Shave excision is suitable for raised lesions such as skin tags, papillomas, and benign moles. The lesion is shaved flat under local anaesthetic, usually leaving minimal or no scar.
Surgical excision involves cutting out the lesion with a margin of healthy tissue and closing the wound with fine sutures. This technique is used for lesions that need to be sent for histological analysis (laboratory examination) or where complete removal with clear margins is required.
All excised lesions can be sent for histopathological examination if there is any concern about the nature of the lesion.
Benefits
What This Means for You
- Specialist expertise in the delicate periocular area
- Minimal scarring with careful surgical technique
- Histological analysis available for any concern
- Quick day-case procedure under local anaesthetic
Our Approach
Consultant-Led Care
Miss Khanam examines each lesion carefully, taking into account its location, size, and clinical appearance to recommend the most appropriate removal technique. If there is any clinical concern, the lesion is sent for histological analysis.
Suitability
Is This Right for You?
- Benign skin lesions around the eyes and eyelids
- Skin tags and papillomas
- Suspicious lesions requiring excision biopsy
- Cosmetically bothersome facial lesions
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Shave excision usually leaves minimal scarring. Surgical excision leaves a fine line scar that typically fades significantly over 3-6 months. Miss Khanam uses fine sutures and meticulous technique to minimise scarring.
Any new, changing, or symptomatic lesion should be examined. Miss Khanam will assess whether removal is recommended for medical or cosmetic reasons.
If there is any clinical concern, the specimen is sent for histopathological examination. Results are typically available within 2 weeks.
Quick Facts
Duration
15-30 minutes
Anaesthesia
Local anaesthetic injection
Recovery
Return to activities same day; sutures out in 5-10 days
Pain Level
Mild discomfort
Guide Price
surgeon's fee (additional fees apply)
A detailed quote will be provided following your consultation.
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