Skin Tag Removal

Skin Tag Removal is the clinical process of safely excising or ablating a skin tag. Skin tags are harmless, small projections of skin tissue containing nerve cells, fat cells, and a core of fibres. Since they are not medically concerning, removal methods are chosen for efficacy, safety, and minimal scarring.

The most common and effective specialised removal methods include:

Excision/Snip Removal: The tag is surgically snipped at its base with sterile scissors or a scalpel. This is fast and effective for most tags.

Advanced Diathermy/Radiofrequency: A high-frequency electrical current is used to cauterise and ablate the tissue, which simultaneously seals the blood vessel, suitable for smaller tags.

Cryotherapy: Extreme cold (liquid nitrogen) is used to freeze and destroy the skin tag tissue, causing it to fall off after several days.

All forms of professional Skin Tag Removal require assessment to confirm the benign nature of the lesion.

Skin Tag Removal is generally considered a lower risk non-surgical procedure when performed using advanced diathermy or excision. However, because it involves the controlled disruption of the skin’s surface, it carries minor risks and is an entirely elective procedure.

Skin Tag Removal is not medically necessary as skin tags are benign and present minimal to no medical risk. The decision to remove them is made purely for aesthetic/cosmetic reasons or due to chronic irritation (e.g., bleeding or pain from rubbing). The primary risks are minor and local to the treated area, including temporary redness, mild swelling, and the certainty of a small, minor mark or scar where the tag was attached. There is also a small risk of recurrence, as the underlying cause (friction, genetics) is not eliminated.

All Skin Tag Removal procedures are performed exclusively by a registered health practitioner, as our practice adheres strictly to the professional standards and guidelines set by the National Boards and Ahpra. This commitment means the practitioner’s primary duty is always to the patient, ensuring all decisions regarding your Skin Tag Removal are based on clinical necessity, not financial gain.

Furthermore, every procedure will be performed by a practitioner possessing the appropriate qualifications, education, and competence relevant to the specific excision or specialised ablation technique being offered. We are obligated to provide you with clear, accurate, and objective information about the procedure, including the potential for minor complications and scarring. Finally, our practitioners are committed to proactively managing any potential conflict between the desire for financial return and their ethical and professional duty to provide the best and safest possible care for every patient undergoing Skin Tag Removal.