Private Sebaceous Cyst and Skin Cyst Removal in Bournemouth and Poole

A sebaceous cyst is a common, benign lump that forms beneath the skin. They develop when a sebaceous gland or hair follicle becomes blocked, causing keratin and other material to build up and form a slow-growing, enclosed sac beneath the skin surface.

Sebaceous cysts are typically round, smooth and movable, and are most commonly found on the face, neck, scalp, back and chest. They are usually painless, though they can become tender, swollen or infected, in which case prompt assessment is recommended.

Most sebaceous cysts are harmless and many people choose to leave them alone. However, removal is a straightforward option if your cyst is growing, has become infected, is causing discomfort, or you simply wish to have it removed.

At Haven Medical, our Consultant Dermatologists carry out sebaceous cyst removal as a quick outpatient procedure under local anaesthetic. A small incision is made to remove the cyst and its surrounding sac, which helps to reduce the chance of it returning. You will be able to go home the same day, and most patients recover quickly and comfortably.

If you have a cyst you would like assessed or removed, our team at our Canford Cliffs clinic is here to help. Appointments are available to book today.

A dermoid cyst is a benign growth that forms when skin tissue becomes trapped beneath the skin’s surface during development. Unlike other types of cyst, dermoid cysts can contain a variety of tissue including hair, skin and occasionally other structures, which is what makes them distinct from more common skin cysts.

Dermoid cysts are typically present from birth, though they often go unnoticed for many years before becoming apparent. They are most commonly found around the eyebrow and outer edge of the eye socket, though they can also appear on the neck, scalp and other areas of the body. They tend to feel firm and smooth, are fixed in position rather than movable, and are generally painless unless they become inflamed or infected.
While dermoid cysts are harmless, removal is recommended if the cyst is growing, causing discomfort, becoming inflamed, or if you would prefer to have it removed for cosmetic reasons.

At Haven Medical, our Consultant Dermatologists provide expert assessment and removal of dermoid cysts as an outpatient procedure under local anaesthetic. The cyst is carefully excised in its entirety to reduce the likelihood of recurrence, and our team takes care to minimise scarring and ensure a smooth recovery.

If you have a growth you would like assessed or a dermoid cyst you would like removed, our team at our Canford Cliffs clinic is here to help. Appointments are available to book today.

Milia are tiny white or yellowish spots that form just beneath the surface of the skin. They are extremely common and completely harmless, but are often a source of confusion as they are frequently mistaken for whiteheads, acne or other skin conditions.

Unlike a spot or whitehead, milia cannot be squeezed or popped. They form when keratin, a natural protein found in skin, becomes trapped just beneath the skin’s surface and forms a small, hard cyst. They do not have an opening onto the skin surface, which is why attempting to squeeze them rarely works and can cause irritation or scarring.

Milia most commonly appear around the eyes, nose and cheeks, though they can develop anywhere on the face or body. They can affect people of all ages, including newborns, and can be triggered by sun damage, heavy skincare products, skin resurfacing treatments or simply occur without any obvious cause.

Many milia will clear on their own over time, but this can take months and is not guaranteed. For milia that are persistent, widespread or simply bothersome, professional removal is a quick and effective solution.

At Haven Medical, milia removal is carried out by our Consultant Dermatologists using a precise technique to safely extract each milium individually. This is a more thorough and reliable approach than treatments offered by beauty salons, with the added reassurance of having a medical professional assess your skin at the same time. The procedure is straightforward, causes minimal discomfort and you will be able to go home the same day.

If you have milia you would like removed or are unsure whether what you have are milia, our team at our Canford Cliffs clinic is here to help. Appointments are available to book today.

A pilar cyst is a benign growth that forms from the tissue surrounding a hair follicle. They develop when keratin, a natural protein found in hair and skin, builds up within the follicle and forms a smooth, enclosed sac beneath the skin surface.

Pilar cysts are most commonly found on the scalp, where the majority of hair follicles are located, though they can occasionally appear elsewhere on the body. They tend to feel firm and smooth, are usually movable when pressed, and are generally painless unless they become inflamed or infected. They can vary in size and may grow slowly over time. In some cases multiple pilar cysts can develop at once, and they can run in families.
While pilar cysts are harmless, removal is recommended if the cyst is growing, has become infected or inflamed, is causing discomfort, or if you would prefer to have it removed for cosmetic reasons.

At Haven Medical, our Consultant Dermatologists provide expert assessment and removal of pilar cysts as an outpatient procedure under local anaesthetic. The cyst is carefully excised in its entirety to reduce the likelihood of recurrence, and our team takes care to minimise scarring and ensure a smooth recovery.
If you have a growth on your scalp or elsewhere that you would like assessed or a pilar cyst you would like removed, our team at our Canford Cliffs clinic is here to help. Appointments are available to book today.

An inclusion cyst is a benign growth that forms when skin cells become trapped beneath the surface of the skin, typically as a result of injury, trauma or a surgical procedure. Rather than shedding normally, the trapped skin cells multiply and form a smooth, enclosed sac filled with keratin beneath the skin surface.

Inclusion cysts can develop anywhere on the body and are particularly common in areas that have been subject to prior injury, scarring or repeated friction. They tend to feel firm and smooth, are usually movable when pressed, and are generally painless unless they become inflamed or infected. They can vary in size and may grow slowly over time if left untreated.

While inclusion cysts are harmless, removal is recommended if the cyst is growing, has become infected or inflamed, is causing discomfort, or if you would prefer to have it removed for cosmetic reasons.

At Haven Medical, our Consultant Dermatologists provide expert assessment and removal of inclusion cysts as an outpatient procedure under local anaesthetic. The cyst is carefully excised in its entirety to reduce the likelihood of recurrence, and our team takes care to minimise scarring and ensure a smooth recovery.

If you have a growth you would like assessed or an inclusion cyst you would like removed, our team at our Canford Cliffs clinic is here to help. Appointments are available to book today.