Dermatofibroma are harmless, but they catch, snag and bother. At Canova Medical your dermatofibroma is assessed and removed in a single visit by a GMC-registered surgeon. Our process is quick, discreet and backed by industry respected surgeons with patient experience at the heart of our process.
| Availability | Same day |
|---|---|
| Appointment time | 15–30 mins |
| Clinics | London · Wilmslow · Liverpool |
| Who | Plastic Surgeon |
Many clinics see you and then send you elsewhere to be treated. We run consultation and procedure on one pathway wherever it's clinically appropriate because our clinics are surgeon-staffed and our procedure rooms are on site.
If your surgeon recommends removal and you're happy to proceed, it's a completed in a single visit, under local anaesthetic.
Your surgeon examines the dermatofibroma, confirms the treatment plan, and gives a fixed quotation.
Proceed, book for later or simply take a specialist opinion. It's your choice.
We are one of the few dermatofibroma removal specialists in the country
We explain how to care for the area and what to expect, with complimentary aftercare available if needed
A dermatofibroma is a common, benign nodule in the skin small, firm and often slightly raised, frequently on the lower legs. It's harmless, but distinctive to touch.
They feel like a firm 'pea' fixed within the skin and often dimple inwards when pinched (the 'dimple sign'). They're thought to follow minor skin trauma such as an insect bite or shaving nick, and are more common on the legs and arms.
Dermatofibromas don't usually need treatment. People choose removal when one catches, snags when shaving, is tender, or is cosmetically bothersome and because they sit within the skin, removal is by surgical excision.
Your surgeon confirms it's a dermatofibroma and that removal is the right step.
Because it sits within the skin, a dermatofibroma is fully removed for a clean result.
Your surgeon recommends the right approach based on the size, number and site of your dermatofibromas. Both are quick and done in clinic.
A gentle, precise removal of the dermatofibroma by shave and cauterisation, using sterile instruments under a topical or local anaesthetic. The dermatofibroma is gone immediately, with a tiny, discreet treated area.
For a larger or deep rooted dermatofibroma, full surgical excision with fine sutures gives the neatest result.
Your consultation is with the surgeon who would perform your removal. If you proceed with us, you don't pay for it twice and the price you're quoted is the price you pay, confirmed in writing with no hidden extras.
Your surgeon recommends removal, you're happy to go ahead and it's done in the same visit.
You'd rather think it over or pick a date that suits you. Your consultation fee follows you.
You want a specialist opinion with no obligation. You'll leave with a diagnosis and a fixed quotation.
Precise removal of the dermatofibroma by shave and cautery under a topical or local anaesthetic, on the day where suitable.
Full surgical excision for a larger or broad-based dermatofibroma, with fine closure.
Fixed quotation at consultation. Final fees depend on the number, size and site of your dermatofibromas and are confirmed in writing before any treatment. Multiple dermatofibromas are often more cost-effective as a package. Your surgeon will confirm your quotation.
Because the work is done by surgeons, we stand behind it.
For your own peace of mind, you are welcome to return to the clinic and review your removal to ensure you are totally satisfied.
Every removal is performed by a GMC-registered surgeon, with your price fixed in writing before treatment.
No, dermatofibromas are benign and harmless. Removal is usually for comfort or appearance. Any lump that is changing, growing or you're unsure about should be assessed, and we send tissue for histology on excision.
Your price is confirmed in writing at your consultation and depends on the size and site of the nodule. The consultation fee is waived if you proceed, or deducted from your removal visit. We never upsell.
Like our inspiration Antonio Canova, we keep artistry and beauty in mind with our work and shall keep you informed each step of the way. Your surgeon plans your procedure carefully and will discuss whether removal is worthwhile for your lesion before you proceed.
Freezing doesn't reliably remove a dermatofibroma because it sits deep within the skin. Complete removal is the definitive treatment and allows histology.
No referral is needed. You can book directly at our London, Wilmslow or Liverpool clinics.
Typically seen within days across our London, Wilmslow and Liverpool clinics no GP referral needed.
