Dermatology Procedures & Aftercare
What to expect before, during, and after your procedure, explained by Dr. Haque.
Knowing what to expect makes procedures easier. Each page explains what the procedure is, includes a simple illustration, and walks you through aftercare step by step. If anything worries you, contact your dermatologist or healthcare provider.
Procedures
Shave Biopsy
A quick skin sample taken from the surface to help diagnose a spot or rash.
Learn morePunch Biopsy
A small, deeper skin sample taken with a round cutting tool.
Learn moreExcision & Sutures
Surgical removal of a spot, closed with stitches.
Learn moreCryotherapy
Freezing a spot with liquid nitrogen to treat it.
Learn moreSteroid Injection
A small injection into a lesion to calm inflammation.
Learn moreLaser Treatment
Focused light used to treat specific skin concerns.
Learn moreMole Removal
Removal of a mole, for medical or cosmetic reasons.
Learn moreWart Removal
In-office treatment to clear stubborn warts.
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