Removal of skin neoplasms

Medical security and aesthetic result

What are skin neoplasms?

Skin neoplasms include both benign formations – such as moles, fibroids, lipomas and papillomas – as well as potentially risky lesions that require careful medical evaluation. They can be congenital or acquired and, depending on their type, location and dynamics, create an aesthetic, functional or health problem.

Various skin neoplasms are subject to surgical removal, most often pigmented nevi (moles) located on open areas of the face and body. Some of them may carry an increased risk of transformation into malignant skin tumors, which is why timely diagnosis and treatment are essential.

When removing small formations , the wound is usually closed with an internal suture, and the residual scar is fine and linear in shape. For larger neoplasms , it may be necessary to apply more complex plastic-restorative techniques in order to achieve an optimal functional and aesthetic result.

In certain cases, removal can be done by coagulation. Then a crust forms on the treated area, which falls off on its own within about 10 days. During this period, the skin remains pink, and it is advisable to use sunscreen until its color is consistent with that of the surrounding skin.

Surgical removal of skin formations

Surgical removal is the method of choice for:

IMPORTANT!

It is important that you are at least 18 years old, have a stable weight, good general health, personal motivation for the operation and realistic expectations for the result.

Before the procedure, the plastic surgeon will talk to you about all your questions and expectations. The choice of a breast lift method is carried out individually, together with the specialist. Women who are planning pregnancy and breastfeeding are usually advised to postpone surgery.

Informed consent is a mandatory document that contains a detailed description of the procedure, possible risks and complications, anesthesia and financial conditions. It is signed after careful familiarization and the opportunity to ask questions to the plastic surgeon or anesthesiologist.

What is surgery?

1

Technique and methods of the operation

The procedure usually lasts about 30–40 minutes and is performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis.

2

Anesthesia and Downtime

In the postoperative period, mild discomfort, pain, swelling, bruising or temporarily altered sensitivity may occur, which usually resolve within 10–15 days.

Recovery - what to expect after surgery?

Each patient recovers for a different period of time.

Risks and possible complications

Revision surgery: It is performed after a complication or unsatisfactory aesthetic result.
The incisions are made along the old marks. Recovery is faster and easier.

Preoperative preparation

It is forbidden:

  1. Take Aspirin and its derivatives at least two weeks before surgery.
  2. We recommend that you stop smoking two weeks before surgery.
  3. If you are taking any medications, you should notify your treatment team!
  4. If you have any evidence of a drug allergy, please inform your treatment team, which will require testing and taking medications 3-5 days before the operation!

on the Day before the operation

Hair

If there is body hair in the area of surgical intervention, it should be shaved immediately before surgery.

19:00 - 20:00

Reception of a light dinner

on the day of the operation

For ladies

A prerequisite is not to be on your period on the day of the operation and not to be pregnant!

Until 9:00 a.m.

Medication intake – only with water

After 9:00 a.m.

You can drink a small cup of coffee, tea, water or juice
(if the operation is after 14:00)

No food

It is prohibited

  • Smoking
  • No makeup, varnish, jewelry, contact lenses, dentures, nail polish (especially gel polish).
  • Remove all head and body piercings before entering the operating room.

No nightgown, slippers or towel are needed – only personal toiletries.

Necessary research

Laboratory tests

Contraindications and warnings

Consult our specialists

Make an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Petrov, dr. Lafcis et al. Lozanov. Our specialists will evaluate your case and prepare an individual treatment plan.

Contact us for questions and more information.

plastic surgeons Sofia

Dr. Stoyan Anastasov

Specialization

Graduate

Scientific congresses and international trainings

Aesthetic Medicine and Injection Techniques

Surgical and Medical International Courses

Specialized medical courses in Bulgaria

Differences

Membership

plastic surgeon Sofia Dr. Lafchis

Dr. Alexandros Lafcis

Seniority

17 years

Specialization

Graduate

Work experience

Additional qualifications

Membership

Professional interests

plastic surgeon Sofia Dr. Petrov

Dr. Violin Petrov

Seniority

30 years

Specialization

Graduate

Work experience

Membership