Convenient, quick, and medically supervised skin tag removal can help you feel more comfortable in your skin, especially when tags are irritated, prominent, or increasing in number.
The Center for Dermatology provides expert care for patients seeking relief from skin tags causing cosmetic concerns or irritation. With an emphasis on medical accuracy and a warm, patient-focused approach, our practice offers trusted skin tag removal services to residents of Lawrenceville, as well as those from Suwanee, Dacula, and surrounding areas.
Skin tags, also known as acrochordons, are soft, benign skin growths made up of collagen and blood vessels. They usually appear on the eyelids, neck, underarms, or body folds and protrude from the skin on a narrow stalk. Skin tags are very common in older adults, affecting men and women at about the same rate.
Unlike skin cancer or warts, skin tags are harmless, but the exact cause is not known. They often run in families, suggesting a hereditary link. Certain factors increase the risk, including pregnancy, advanced age, diabetes, and chronic skin irritation.
Skin tags are soft, benign skin growths of collagen and blood vessels. Though they are harmless, they can snag on clothing or jewelry and become painful. Once they form, skin tags do not go away on their own. Our treatment options are designed to eliminate these growths quickly, safely, and with minimal discomfort.
A consultation with Dr. Hafeez ensures accurate diagnosis and a customized removal plan. Not all growths are skin tags, so evaluation by a board-certified dermatologist is key to safe and effective care. The following are ideal candidates:
Most skin tag removal procedures require minimal recovery. Some patients experience slight redness, tenderness, or minor scabbing at the treatment site for a few days. Healing usually completes within one to two weeks. Complications are rare when performed in a professional dermatology setting such as the Center for Dermatology.
While all skin tags share similar traits, they can vary by location or quantity. Your provider will determine the best approach based on type and site.
No. Home removal increases the risk of infection, scarring, or incorrect diagnosis. Always seek medical evaluation first.
No, skin tags are not caused by viruses and cannot spread from person to person.
The same tag will not return, but new ones can form over time, especially if you're prone to them.
Most removals cause minimal discomfort. We use numbing techniques as needed to ensure a comfortable experience.
Risks are rare but may include mild bleeding, infection, or pigment changes, especially if aftercare instructions aren’t followed.
Yes, though removal is less common in children. A consultation ensures the best decision for pediatric cases.
Most procedures take less than 30 minutes, including consultation and treatment.
