Benign Skin Lesions

Benign Skin Lesions Treatment at The Laser Institute of Pinehurst

 

Moles, skin tags, hemangiomas, and warts

Benign moles, freckles, skin tags, seborrheic keratosis, warts, and cherry angiomas are skin lesions that occur very commonly and are usually non-harmful.  Moles are caused when cells called melanocytes, responsible for the pigment in skin, grow in clusters, instead of in a disbursed patten.  If you are unhappy with the appearance of your moles or skin lesions, laser treatments are available.

Warts

Warts are small rough tumors caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Warts are spread through contact with the infected areas and can be passed through towel sharing. Warts can form anywhere on the body. Warts can last anywhere from a few months to many years. There are many treatment options for warts, including over-the-counter oral and topical treatments, prescriptions, and in-office wart removal procedures and laser treatments.

Hemangioma

Hemangiomas are a clump of improperly grown large blood vessels that typically show shortly after birth. They grow quickly during the first months following birth and commonly disappear or lighten with age.

At The Laser Institute of Pinehurst, we offer effective solutions for removing benign skin lesions, including:

Candela® GentleLase Pro® and Cynosure® Apogee Elite™: These lasers can target benign skin lesions like moles, skin tags, and cherry angiomas with precision, minimizing discomfort and scarring.

Topical Treatments and Chemical Peels: In some cases, these can help reduce the appearance of skin lesions.

Facials and Dermaplaning: These treatments exfoliate the skin and may help manage the appearance of certain benign lesions.