It can take just minutes to rid your skin of unsightly growths.
Electrocautery, also known as thermal cautery, refers to a process by which a direct or alternating current is passed through a resistant metal wire electrode, generating heat. The heated electrode is then applied to living tissue to achieve hemostasis or varying degrees of tissue destruction.
It can take just minutes to rid your skin of unsightly growths.
Electrocautery, also known as thermal cautery, refers to a process by which a direct or alternating current is passed through a resistant metal wire electrode, generating heat. The heated electrode is then applied to living tissue to achieve hemostasis or varying degrees of tissue destruction.
What does it treat?
Electrocautery treats a multitude of conditions, including sebaceous hyperplasia (enlarged oil glands), syringomas and angiomas.
How long do results last?
Results are permanent!
Recovery time & side effects?
There is no downtime. Depending on the treatment the area may be sensitive, but you will see healing over the next few days.
How does it work?
Utilizing the state of the art Hyfracator 2000, we can painlessly treat a multitude of conditions. Using a local anesthetic, it can take merely minutes to rid your skin of these unsightly stigmata.
Does it hurt?
We use an injectable agent to numb the area before starting, minimizing any discomfort.
Who is a good candidate?
Men and women with unwanted skin growths.
What is the procedure time?
A treatment can range from 5 to 20 minutes depending on the issue.
What results can I expect?
The results are seen immediately.
For pre and post-care instructions go to “Patient Info” and click on Electrocautery.
Real life patient stories
“It seems the older I get, the more skin growths I notice. Thankfully they are easy to remove! Dr. T and the team are always so accommodating.”