Your questions answered

What actually happens during cinical diathermy? The tip of the finest, smallest probe possible (about the size of an eyelash) is introduced and a tiny energy current is discharged. This 'dries up' and destroys the vessel which often disappears as it is being treated. Further treatments may be necessary depending on the severity of the problem. In the case of skin tags, the current destroys the vessels 'feeding' the blemish thus 'starving' it of nourishment resulting in its eventual demise.

Will my blemishes return?

The treated blemish will not return but others may occur depending on the root cause. Your skin specialist will advise you during consultation.

How long does it take and how many treatments will I require?

Clinical Diathermy is safe and effective and offers instantaneous results in many cases. Length of treatment very much depends on the problem and your skin specialist will advise you of this although it is difficult to state a definitive time. The area worked on must not be over-treated and your skin reactivity will be taken into account. Spacing technique and treatment intervals will be carefully considered in a treatment plan by the professional as well as taking into account your requirements, needs and wishes.