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What is it?

Advanced Electrolysis is used for the removal of cosmetic skin imperfections by using a small current of electricity to cauterise the problem area on the skin. This procedure can remove blemishes such as: Red Veins, Milia (white spots often around the eyes), Skin Tags and Blood Spots (on the skins surface). Advanced Electrolysis is suitable for all skin types and is an extremely safe treatment with long lasting results. 

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How is it different from Cryotherapy?

Cryotherapy freezes lesions and relies on the intracellular fluid to expand causing cell death and therefore will take some time after treatment to see some improvement. Diathermy you will see instant results as it cauterises the lesions using heat and therefore some lesions will be removed during your appointment. It is important to note however, that the treatment may leave an open wound and therefore there is a risk of infection and scarring- although this is rare. 

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Is there any down time?

Yes, you will most likely be left with a small scab which may take up to one week to heal. You will be given some aftercare gel to apply 2-3 times a day until the area has healed. You will need to try and keep the area dry until the scan has fallen off- no swimming or hot tubs- showers are ok but please do not soak/submerge the area. Your nurse will discuss other aftercare advice with you during your appointment

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Are there any risks?

There is a small risk you may have a small scar at the site or hyper/hypopigmentation of the skin after removal. There is a very small risk of infection but this most likely if aftercare advice is not followed.  Very rarely people may experience some nerve damage in the area of the blemish, delayed wound healing, swelling, bruising or have an allergic reaction to the equipment we are using.

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How long will the effects last?

Most blemishes, once treated will not return. However, there is  always a risk that the blemish will re-grow, or others may appear in the same area. If this is the case, repeat treatments may be required

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Is it painful?

As we will be using heat Diathermy can be uncomfortable. It is for this reason we strongly advise you to visit your local chemist and purchase some Emla numbing cream and apply it 1 hour before your appointment. When you visit the chemist tell them you are having minor skin surgery (diathermy). This will reduce the discomfort to make the experience much more comfortable for you. Please see below video of how to apply your cream- this is for a different procedure but the principle is the same