Minor surgery in London
Expert treatment at our Hornchurch clinic
Get personalised minor surgery treatment for common concerns including lipomas, cysts, and skin tags. Each procedure begins with a thorough consultation to assess your concerns and determine the most appropriate treatment for you.
You’ll receive clear information about your procedure, including what to expect before, during, and after treatment. With a careful, personalised approach focused on precision and comfort, we aim to make your experience straightforward and reassuring.
From your initial consultation through to aftercare, you’ll receive clear guidance and personalised support
How Does Minor Surgery Work?
Minor surgery can be a straightforward option for treating a range of common skin and soft-tissue concerns. It begins with a personal consultation to assess your concern, understand your goals, and discuss the most appropriate approach. In this process, each step is explained clearly, from preparation and the procedure itself through to aftercare, so you know what to expect and can feel informed throughout your treatment journey.
Minor Surgery At A Glance
What To Expect From Your Treatment
Treatment Time:
Treatment commonly takes around 20–45 minutes, although the duration can vary depending on the size, location and type of lesion.
Recovery Time:
Initial wound healing commonly takes around 1–2 weeks, although recovery can vary depending on the procedure, treatment area, and individual healing.
Local Anaesthesia:
The treatment area is numbed with local anaesthetic to keep you comfortable and minimise discomfort during the procedure..
Day-Case Surgery:
Minor surgery is performed as an ambulatory, day-case procedure, so you can usually go home the same day.
Dissolvable Stitches:
Dissolvable stitches can be used where needed, so you don’t need a separate appointment for stitch removal.
The Journey
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Consultation
Your journey begins with a consultation with Dr Salim, where your concern is carefully assessed, and your medical history, expectations, and treatment options are discussed. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and decide whether treatment is right for you.
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Preparation
If treatment is recommended, you’ll be given clear instructions on how to prepare and what to expect on the day of your procedure.
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Treatment
If treatment is recommended, you’ll be given clear instructions on how to prepare and what to expect on the day of your procedure.
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Recovery
After treatment, you’ll receive personalised aftercare advice and guidance on what to expect during recovery, including when to seek further support if you have any concerns.
Minor Surgery Treatments
Lipoma Removal Treatment:
Not every lump is a lipoma, so an appropriate clinical assessment is important before deciding whether removal is suitable. When removal is appropriate, the process begins with a consultation to assess the lump, discuss your concerns, and determine the most suitable approach.
The procedure generally involves making a small incision over the affected area, carefully separating and removing the lump, and closing the area appropriately.
Cyst Removal Treatment:
A skin cyst is a sac-like lump that can develop beneath the skin and may contain fluid, keratin, or other material. If removal is recommended, the cyst is assessed during a consultation to determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
The procedure typically involves making an incision over the cyst and carefully removing it. Where appropriate, the cyst wall is also removed to help reduce the chance of recurrence. The area may then be closed with suitable stitches and covered with a dressing.
Skin Tag Removal Treatment:
Skin tags are small, soft growths that commonly appear in areas where skin rubs against skin or clothing. If you would like a skin tag removed, the area is assessed during a consultation to determine whether removal is appropriate and which technique is most suitable.
Depending on its size, location, and characteristics, removal may involve techniques such as snip excision, cautery, or another suitable method. The procedure is carried out with careful attention to precision and comfort, followed by appropriate aftercare..
Why Choose Dr Salim?
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DR. Salim Aesthetic Medicine makes the right choice, as we use advanced ultrasound technology. Ensuring appropriate support, accurate treatment planning and precise injections delivers the best Skin Boosters in the UK with refreshed and clean results.
Expert Care You Can Trust
Our GMC-registered doctor, Dr Salim, is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Level 7 qualified in aesthetic medicine, the UK’s highest regulated qualification in this field. With 19 years of surgical experience, including 9 years in the NHS, he delivers safe, precise, and nourishing aesthetic treatments you can trust.
The Price
Please note: If needed, the removed lump can be sent to a Histology laboratory for examination under a microscope. This helps determine whether the lump is benign and, where appropriate, whether it has been completely removed. Histology is available at an additional cost.
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