If you’re dealing with a wart, skin tag, or another unwanted skin lesion, you might be tempted to try a quick at-home fix or seek traditional removal methods such as freezing or excision. But these approaches often cause scarring, discomfort, or incomplete removal.
At Dermatology Associates of Rochester, we offer CellFX, an innovative, noninvasive skin lesion removal treatment that eliminates unwanted growths without harming the surrounding skin. Quick, effective, and minimally invasive, CellFX removes lesions at the cellular level for smoother, healthier-looking skin.
Let’s explore why CellFX is a game-changer, what to expect from treatment, and how to care for your skin after the procedure.
Why Choose CellFX Over Traditional Skin Lesion Removal?
Many people delay skin lesion removal because they worry about pain, scarring, or ineffective treatments. Traditional methods, such as freezing (cryotherapy) or cutting (excision), can be:
- Uncomfortable: Procedures like freezing or cutting can cause stinging, burning, or soreness.
- Visually noticeable: Treated areas may develop redness, discoloration, or scar tissue that takes months to fade.
- Not consistently effective: Some treatments fail to remove the lesion entirely, leading to regrowth.
CellFX takes a different approach, using targeted pulses of energy to eliminate the lesion cells while leaving healthy skin untouched. Instead of relying on extreme cold or heat, CellFX stimulates natural skin renewal, enabling the area to heal more seamlessly with a lower risk of scarring.
Key Benefits of CellFX:
- Gentle and precise: Ideal for lesions in highly visible areas like the face, neck, and hands.
- Safe for most skin tones: Unlike some laser treatments, CellFX does not carry a high risk of pigmentation changes.
- Long-lasting results: Once a lesion is treated, it should not return. However, if you’re prone to certain skin growths, new lesions may develop over time.
For many patients, CellFX is the first treatment that truly balances effectiveness, cosmetic appeal, and fast recovery without the drawbacks of traditional methods.
What Types of Skin Lesions Can Be Removed?
CellFX is highly versatile, making it an excellent option for benign (non-cancerous) skin lesions, including:
- Warts, including common and plantar warts
- Skin tags, often found on the neck, eyelids, or underarms
- Sebaceous hyperplasia (small yellowish bumps caused by overgrown oil glands)
- Fibrous papules (firm dome-shaped bumps, frequently on the nose)
- Cherry angiomas (small red bumps caused by excess blood vessel growth)
Before treatment, our dermatologists carefully assess each lesion to make sure it’s benign. If needed, we may perform a biopsy.
What to Expect: The CellFX Treatment Process
A CellFX treatment is quick and straightforward, typically lasting just a few minutes. Here’s what to expect:
- Consultation and assessment: Your dermatologist will examine your lesion and confirm that CellFX is the right treatment.
- Numbing the area: A small amount of local anesthetic ensures a comfortable, pain-free experience.
- Applying the CellFX device: The dermatologist places the microneedle device on the lesion, delivering precise electrical pulses that eliminate unwanted cells.
- Immediate post-treatment care: We apply a healing ointment, and a small bandage may be placed over the area.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort—some describe a mild tapping or twitching sensation during treatment.
Aftercare and Healing: What You Need to Know
Your skin will heal naturally over the next few weeks as new, healthy tissue replaces the treated lesion. Healing time depends on the type and size of the lesion and how quickly your skin regenerates.
- Small lesions (e.g., skin tags, fibrous papules) typically clear up within 30 days.
- Larger or deeper lesions (e.g., warts, sebaceous hyperplasia) may take up to 60 days.
- Complete skin renewal typically occurs within about 90 days, as skin in the treated area blends with the surrounding skin.
To ensure the best results:
- Avoid harsh skincare products (such as exfoliants or retinoids) on the treated area for at least 2 weeks.
- Keep the skin moisturized and protected with a gentle, fragrance-free healing ointment.
- Do not use self-tanning products or heavy makeup over the healing skin.
Following these simple steps helps prevent irritation, infection, or discoloration as your skin renews itself.
Why You Should Never Try DIY Skin Lesion Removal
While at-home skin tag and wart removal kits may seem like a quick fix, they often lead to complications and poor results. Here’s why professional care is always the better option:
- Infection risk: Non-sterile removal can introduce bacteria, leading to redness, swelling, and scarring.
- Scarring and skin damage: Harsh chemical treatments or improper excision may leave permanent marks.
- Incomplete removal: The lesion may regrow or worsen if the root cells aren’t properly treated.
- Potential misdiagnosis: Some growths appear harmless but require a medical evaluation to rule out serious conditions.
Choosing a board-certified dermatologist ensures a safe, effective, and customized approach to skin lesion removal.
See the Results: CellFX Before and After
Many patients see significant improvements in their skin over time, with a smoother and clearer appearance. Since CellFX doesn’t use heat, freezing, or cutting, scarring is minimal to nonexistent in most cases.
Schedule Your Consultation
Our dermatologists and providers specialize in the most advanced, patient-friendly treatments available. To take the next step toward clearer, healthier skin, call our office today at (585) 272-0700 or request a consultation.
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