Lipoma, Mole & Skin Lesion Removal: Minor Surgery with Minimal Scarring
Key Takeaways
- Lipomas, moles and skin lesions are usually removed as quick day-care procedures.
- Local anaesthesia is used — the procedure itself is not painful.
- Plastic-surgery closure keeps scarring as small as possible.
- Suspicious lesions can be sent for histopathology to confirm they are benign.
Not every visit to a plastic surgeon is about a big operation. A large share of day-to-day work involves small but bothersome problems — a soft lump under the skin, a mole that catches on clothing, or a skin lesion that has changed. Because plastic-surgery technique prioritises clean closure and minimal scarring, these 'minor' procedures often heal beautifully.
Lipoma removal
A lipoma is a benign (non-cancerous) lump of fatty tissue that sits just under the skin. They are usually painless but can grow or become uncomfortable depending on location. Removal is a straightforward day-care procedure: the lipoma is excised through a small incision under local anaesthesia, and the wound is closed with fine sutures.
Most people are back to normal activity within one to three days, with stitches removed in about a week.
Mole and skin lesion removal
Moles and other skin lesions are removed either by shave excision or by full excision with stitches, depending on the type, size and location. When there is any concern about the nature of a lesion, it can be sent for histopathology examination. The goal is always to remove the lesion completely while keeping the resulting mark as small and inconspicuous as possible.
When to get a mole checked promptly
See a doctor without delay if a mole changes in size, shape or colour, bleeds, itches or has an irregular border — these changes should always be assessed.
Scar revision and earlobe repair
For scars that are wide, raised or poorly placed, scar revision surgery can improve their appearance — though no procedure makes a scar disappear entirely. Earlobe repair (for split or stretched lobes) is another quick, popular day-care procedure. These treatments share the same principle: careful, layered closure for the neatest possible result.
Book a minor-procedure consultation
If you have a lump, mole, cyst or scar you would like assessed, Dr. Umesh N offers minor surgical procedures at Serenova Aesthetics in Bangalore. Learn more on the Services page or reach out via the Contact page to arrange a consultation.
This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. Outcomes vary between individuals. Please consult a qualified plastic surgeon for guidance specific to your situation.
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