Non Surgical Aesthetic Specialists
Dermatofibroma is a benign skin growth composed of fibroblasts and histiocytes.
It typically appears as a raised, firm, red or brown bump on the skin.
It is usually painless and generally does not require treatment.
Cryopen works by using a beam of intense cold nitrogen gas to freeze the Dermatofibroma.
Cryopen is FDA Approved.
The freezing causes cell death, breaking the tissue down so it can be removed with a small scalpel or other instrument.
This is a quick and relatively painless procedure that can be done in a doctor’s office without the need for anesthesia.
The Cryopen is a relatively new form of dermatological procedure used to treat skin lesions, such as moles, warts, and other benign growths.
It uses a high-intensity pulse of cold nitrogen gas to freeze the targeted lesion.
Benefits of Cryopen for removal of Dermatofibroma include:
1. Minimal discomfort – The cryogenic process causes very little discomfort or pain during treatment, meaning it can be done quickly and easily with limited stress for the patient.
2. Minimal damage – Using extreme cold, the Cryopen targets only the affected area without damaging surrounding tissue. This minimizes scarring after treatment.
3. Quick recovery – Compared to traditional surgical removal methods, patients typically have a faster healing time with the Cryopen procedure.
Discomfort and swelling usually subside within days after treatment rather than weeks or months with more invasive methods.
4. Cost-effectiveness – In addition to being less expensive than traditional methods in many cases, it may also require fewer visits since healing time is often faster than traditional treatments.
Cryopen Dermatofibroma Removal is a type of dermatological procedure that involves the use of cryotherapy to remove a dermatofibroma, which is a benign growth composed of fibrous tissue. The procedure involves using an instrument to freeze the lesion with liquid nitrogen, which causes it to become frozen and then fall off or slough away from the skin.
Cryopen dermatofibroma removal is performed using a cryotherapy device. This device uses a sharp tip to freeze and then remove the lesion. The area to be treated will be numbed with an anesthetic and then a small needle-like tip is placed against the affected area.
The benefits of cryopen dermatofibroma removal include:
1. Minimally invasive – no cutting or stitches required.
2. Complete removal of the growth in most cases.
3. Quick procedure with minimal discomfort and no downtime afterwards.
4. No scarring due to the precise nature of the procedure.
5. Low risk of infection or other complications compared to more traditional surgical methods for growth removal.
Cryopen dermatofibroma removal is minimally invasive and generally not painful. The clinician will numb the treatment area with a local anesthetic to minimize any discomfort during the procedure.
Cryopen dermatofibroma removal typically takes about 10-15 minutes.
Cryopen dermatofibroma removal should generally only be done once, unless the lesion recurs or new lesions appear.
Yes, cryopen dermatofibroma removal is generally considered to be safe. The procedure does not involve the use of a scalpel or other invasive tool and typically only requires minor discomfort. Furthermore, since the dermatofibroma is not going to spread or cause any damage to surrounding tissue, there is no risk of complications associated with this method of removal.
The types of dermatofibromas that are best suited for cryopen removal are small, superficial, individual lesions that are located on the skin’s surface. These lesions typically appear as reddish-brown bumps and are easily accessible to the cryopen device.
Yes, there are potential risks associated with cryopen dermatofibroma removal. These risks include infection, scarring, and development of hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation at the site of treatment. There is also a risk of adverse skin reactions to the cryogenic agent used in the treatment.
The expected recovery time after cryopen dermatofibroma removal varies depending on the individual patient, but typically lasts between one and two weeks. Recovery may include some minor itching, swelling, or redness around the treatment area, but these should dissipate within a couple of days.