General Dermatology/Skin Surgery

We bring years of expertise in performing advanced skin lesion surgeries.

Our Skin Lesion Surgery Offerings

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Extensive Experience: We bring years of expertise in performing advanced skin lesion surgeries.

Minimally Invasive Techniques: Utilizing precise methods to treat benign (noncancerous) lesions, scars, cysts, moles, and skin spots.

Safety: Procedures are generally well-tolerated with exceedingly rare complications.

Convenient Care: Treatment in a comfortable, private setting that is easily accessible.

Conditions We Treat

Our skin lesion surgeries address various conditions, including:

Benign Lesions: Noncancerous tissue damage caused by disease or injury.

Scars: Effective treatment options, including those from acne.

Cysts: Removal of lumps containing oily substances beneath the skin.

Moles: Removal of small skin growths.

Skin Tags: Removal of soft bumps on eyelids, neck, armpits, and other areas.

Seborrheic Keratosis: Common elevated growths on face, shoulders, chest, or back.

Sebaceous Hyperplasia: Soft, yellow growths typically on the face due to aging.

Actinic Keratosis: Scaly spots resulting from prolonged sun exposure.

What to Expect from Skin Lesion Surgery

Electrodesiccation: Heating and removing unwanted lesions on the skin’s surface, such as seborrheic keratosis and sebaceous hyperplasia. Sometimes followed by curettage.

Curettage: Scraping off softer or distinct lesions like seborrheic keratoses, viral warts, actinic keratoses, and skin tags.

Excision: Precise cutting out of lesions without damaging healthy tissue.

We utilize Pro-Nox, which is an FDA-cleared analgesia that delivers 50% nitrous oxide and 50% oxygen, that safely and effectively eases pain, anxiety, and discomfort associated with minor skin surgery.

Post-Surgery Care

After your procedure:

  • Keep the treated area clean by gently washing with mild soap and water.
  • Apply Vaseline multiple times daily to any raw areas until fully healed, usually within a week.

Potential Side Effects

While complications are rare, possible risks include:

  • Temporary darkening or lightening of treated skin.
  • Minor bleeding or infection.
  • Occasional scarring.

Contact our clinic immediately if you notice increased pain, swelling, redness, or drainage from the treated area.

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I have been a client of D.P. Dermatology and am very thankful and satisfied with their care for me.
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I am a new patient & I was very very pleased
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Michael Fustin
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I’m have really been please with Dana Point Dermatology. From beginning greeted by Siera to treatments from Jessica and Dr. Goerig. I highly recommend them.
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Tracy Miller
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Very friendly and accommodating office staff. I went in for a minor issue and saw Dr. Goerig, it was a pleasant and good experience. Going back next week for a mole check up with his PA.
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The office is very welcoming and lovely. Wonderful experience at Dana Point Dermatology. Jessica is amazing! Highly recommend.
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Terry McElroy
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Excellent service from signing in to appointment timeliness to friendly staff and doctor to treatment. All first class.
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Marisa Ross
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I can’t say enough great things about this practice. You are listened to with great detail and all of your concerns are met with great care. No matter what your dermatological or cosmetic need; this is the premier place to be in South Orange County.
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Caleb Brown
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We have been very happy with the care by Jessica and Ryan at Dana Point Dermatology. We would definitely recommend using them for any skin and dermatology needs. Thank you!

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