Seborrheic Keratosis Removal (Seb K)

Seborrheic Keratosis (Seb K) is a benign (ie. non-cancerous) skin growth that usually appears "stuck on the skin surface" as a waxy or wart-like lesion that may range in colour from skin colour to black. They are very common particularly on the face and upper body, and often run in families as they are caused by a genetic predisposition, but sun exposure contributes to their appearance.

While they are harmless, people choose to remove them mainly for cosetic reasons as they can be unsightly, particularly when multiple, or because their appearance can be worrying to some.

What is the most effective treatment for Seb K's?

While treatment for Seb K's can include removal through procedures like cryotherapy, electrosurgery, or laser therapy, we find the safest, most effective and quickest removal, as well giving the best cosmetic results with leaving minimal if any residual marks, is via curettage under topical anaesthetic cream. Surgical curettage will leave a temporary superficial abrasion that requires dressing with a bandaid or similar until healed in approximately one week.

One treatment is usually sufficient to clear the lesion(s) permanently.