KERATOSIS
Keratosis refers to a build up of keratin on the skin’s surface. It leads to rough, thick, sometimes scaly patches. The most common type is a seborrheic keratosis, a non cancerous growth that often appears as a black, brown or tan coloured lesion. They typically develop on the face, chest, shoulders or back.
Although a keratosis is harmless, may clients choose to remove them. Some dislike how they look or feel, while others worry about irritation from their clothing.
How do we remove Keratosis at Persona?
At Persona, we use skin shave, cryotherpay, or curettage to reove your keratosis. Each method removes the keratosis cleanly, with minimal disruption to the surrounding skin.
- Cryotherapy freezes the lesion using liquid nitrogen. The extreme cold destroys the keratotic tissue, which then flakes off during the healing process.
- Skin shave reoval uses a sterile blade to gently shave the raised growth off the surface of the skin. This methos is quick and leaves minimal scarring.
- Curettage involves lightly scraping the lesion with a medical instrument until the abnormal tissue is cleared away.
During your consultation, we assess the size, depth and location of the keratosis to determine the best method of removal.
How does the treatment work?
After we clean and numb your skin, our medical professionals perform the removal using the selected method.
Whether we freeze, shave or scrape the keratosis, our priority is care and precision. We aim to restore a smoother skin surface with minimal healing time. You can leave the clinic immediately after the procedure and can usually resume normal daily activities.
What to expect after treatment:
Healing begins straight away. Within a few days, the treated area may form a light crust or scab. This normally falls off naturally over 7-10 days, revealing healthy skin underneath.
When to expect results:
Full recovery may take 2-3 weeks. This is dependent on the treatment method and individual skin response. Any redness or pigmentation will also fade over time.
To support healing and avoid the risk of complications, we recommend keeping the area clean, avoiding sun exposure and following our simple aftercare instructions.
Why choose Persona:
At Persona Medical Aesthetics, we take a personal yet professional approach to every treatment. During your free consultation with our medical team, you’ll have the chance to ask any questions and clear up any uncertainties.
Additionally, we are regulated by the Care Quality Commission, which is a legal requirement to perform minor skin surgery. This ensures that you are in safe, experienced hands throughout the entire process.
Furthermore, all treatments, procedures, and products at Persona undergo thorough research and careful selection by Dr. Lisa and our medical team, as above all, your safety and well-being remain our top priority.
Who carries out this procedure?
Medical Director Dr Lisa Delamaine, Dr Deborah and Dr Lola all carry out keratosis removal treatments.
