Seborrheic Keratosis Removal
Expert seborrheic keratosis removal in Dubai by Dr Onur Gilleard & Dr Reza Alamouti. Laser, cryotherapy & surgical options. Same-day treatment.
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Expert Seborrheic Keratosis Removal in Dubai
At Dubai Skin Clinic, we specialise in expert seborrheic keratosis removal treatments designed to address both cosmetic and medical needs. Our consultant plastic surgeons, Dr Onur Gilleard and Dr Reza Alamouti, employ advanced techniques to provide safe and effective care for every patient.
Same-day treatment for lesions, earlobes and scars
Highly accredited surgeons verified on doctify
Same-day treatment for lesions, earlobes and scars
Highly accredited surgeons verified on doctify
Procedure Overview
Expert Seborrheic Keratosis Removal in Dubai
At Dubai Skin Clinic, we provide expert seborrheic keratosis removal for patients who want safe, discreet, and cosmetically careful treatment. Seborrheic keratoses are common benign skin growths that often appear with age. Although harmless, they can become irritated, itchy, raised, dark, or cosmetically bothersome, especially when they appear on visible areas such as the face, neck, chest, back, or shoulders.
Our consultant plastic surgeons use advanced techniques including cryotherapy, shave excision, electrocautery, and laser treatment where suitable. As the Dubai branch of the renowned London Skin Clinic, we maintain the same clinical standards and specialist focus that define our UK practice. Dubai Skin Clinic operates under local licensing and regulation, ensuring treatments meet UAE healthcare standards.
Why Choose Dubai Skin Clinic for Seborrheic Keratosis Removal?
- Specialist Expertise: Consultant plastic surgeons experienced in skin lesion assessment
- Multiple Treatment Options: Treatment tailored to the size, location, and appearance of the lesion
- Same-Day Treatment: Consultation and removal may be possible in one visit
- Minimal Scarring: Careful technique for optimal cosmetic outcomes
- Quick Procedures: Most treatments are completed in a short appointment
- Diagnostic Certainty: Expert assessment to distinguish benign growths from concerning lesions
Seborrheic Keratosis Removal Pricing in Dubai
Transparent pricing for seborrheic keratosis removal
We keep pricing simple and transparent so you know what to expect before booking. The price below is for professional seborrheic keratosis removal at Dubai Skin Clinic.
All prices are shown in AED with GBP equivalents in parentheses. For personalised treatment recommendations, book a consultation or contact us via email or WhatsApp.
Seborrheic Keratosis Removal
AED 1,500 (£300)
Consultant-led assessment and removal using the most appropriate method for your lesion and skin type.
What Causes Seborrheic Keratosis?
Seborrheic keratosis is a very common benign skin growth that usually appears in middle age or later life. These growths are sometimes described as looking “stuck on” the skin because they often sit on the surface with a waxy, scaly, or rough texture.
The exact cause is not fully understood, but several factors are linked with their development. They are not contagious, not caused by poor hygiene, and do not turn into skin cancer. However, some skin cancers can look similar, so professional diagnosis is important before removal.
Age
Seborrheic keratoses are more common in people over 40.
- They become more common with age
- Many people develop more than one over time
- They can appear slowly over months or years
- They are considered part of normal skin ageing
Genetics
A family history can increase the likelihood of developing seborrheic keratoses.
- They often run in families
- Some people develop them earlier than others
- Genetics may influence how many lesions appear
- Family members may develop similar patterns or locations
Sun Exposure
Long-term sun exposure may contribute to the development of some seborrheic keratoses.
- They often appear on the face, chest, shoulders, and back
- Sun-damaged skin may be more prone to visible skin growths
- They can also appear on areas not exposed to the sun
- Sun protection helps overall skin health and ageing prevention
Skin Type
Seborrheic keratoses can occur in all skin types.
- They may be more visible on lighter skin
- Darker skin types may develop a related variant called dermatosis papulosa nigra
- Lesions may appear tan, brown, black, or skin-coloured
Same-Day Treatment May Be Available
In many cases, consultation and removal can be performed in a single visit. Your surgeon will confirm whether same-day treatment is suitable after examining the lesion.
Diagnosis of Seborrheic Keratosis
Seborrheic keratosis is usually diagnosed during a clinical examination. The growth often has a characteristic appearance, but careful assessment is important because melanoma, pigmented basal cell carcinoma, actinic keratosis, and other lesions can sometimes resemble seborrheic keratosis.
Diagnostic Process at Dubai Skin Clinic
Clinical Examination
Dr Onur Gilleard or Dr Reza Alamouti will assess the lesion’s colour, border, thickness, texture, and growth pattern.
- Visual Inspection: Colour, shape, size, and border assessment
- Surface Assessment: Waxy, scaly, rough, or stuck-on texture
- Symptom Review: Itching, bleeding, irritation, or recent change
- Comparison: Checking whether it looks different from other skin lesions
Characteristic Features
Typical seborrheic keratoses often show several recognisable features:
- Stuck-On Appearance: Looks as if it sits on top of the skin
- Waxy Surface: Greasy, scaly, or rough texture
- Clear Borders: Usually well-defined edges
- Colour Variation: Light tan, brown, dark brown, black, or skin-coloured
- Slow Growth: Usually develops gradually over time
When Biopsy May Be Recommended
If a growth has atypical features, your surgeon may recommend biopsy or removal with tissue analysis. This may be advised if the lesion has changed rapidly, bleeds without trauma, has irregular colour, ulcerates, or cannot be confidently distinguished from skin cancer.
Why Accurate Diagnosis Matters
Although seborrheic keratoses are benign, some skin cancers can mimic them. Professional assessment provides reassurance and helps ensure the right treatment method is chosen.
Symptoms of Seborrheic Keratosis
Seborrheic keratoses are harmless, but they can cause cosmetic concern or physical irritation. Some patients choose removal because the growth is visible, catches on clothing, becomes itchy, or feels rough.
Appearance
They often appear as waxy, scaly, or raised growths that range from light tan to black.
- Colour: Tan, brown, dark brown, black, or skin-coloured
- Surface: Waxy, rough, scaly, or crumbly
- Shape: Round, oval, or slightly irregular
- Size: A few millimetres to several centimetres
- Border: Usually clearly defined
Texture
The surface may feel rough, greasy, raised, or wart-like.
- May feel like sandpaper
- Can be bumpy or crusted
- May flake if irritated
- Can become inflamed after rubbing or scratching
Location
Common areas include the face, chest, back, neck, scalp, shoulders, and upper arms.
- Face and temples
- Chest and décolletage
- Back and shoulders
- Scalp and neck
- Under the breast or in skin folds
Physical Symptoms
- Itching: Mild or occasional itching
- Irritation: From clothing, jewellery, shaving, or friction
- Bleeding: Usually after scratching or trauma
- Catching: Raised growths may catch on clothing
- Tenderness: If repeatedly inflamed or rubbed
When to Seek Professional Assessment
Book an assessment if a lesion changes rapidly, bleeds without injury, becomes painful, develops irregular colours, ulcerates, or looks different from your other skin growths.
Recovery After Seborrheic Keratosis Removal
Recovery is usually straightforward. The treated area may be red, tender, crusted, or slightly swollen for a short period. The healing process depends on the removal method and where the lesion was treated.
Aftercare Advice
- Keep the area clean and dry as instructed
- Avoid picking or scratching any crust
- Use ointment or dressings if advised
- Avoid sun exposure while the skin is healing
- Use SPF once the skin has healed to reduce pigmentation changes
- Contact the clinic if you notice increasing pain, spreading redness, discharge, or bleeding
Expected Healing
- First few days: Redness, tenderness, or crusting may occur
- 1-2 weeks: Crust usually settles and new skin forms
- Several weeks: Pinkness or pigmentation gradually improves
- Long term: The area continues to mature and blend with surrounding skin
Seborrheic Keratosis Removal FAQs
Common questions about seborrheic keratosis treatment in Dubai
Are seborrheic keratoses dangerous?
No. Seborrheic keratoses are benign and do not turn into cancer. However, some skin cancers can resemble them, so professional assessment is recommended if a lesion is changing, bleeding, irregular, or unusual.
Why remove a seborrheic keratosis?
Patients often choose removal because the growth is visible, itchy, irritated, catches on clothing, bleeds after trauma, or causes cosmetic concern. Removal can also provide reassurance when diagnosis is uncertain.
Can seborrheic keratoses come back after removal?
The treated lesion is usually removed effectively, but new seborrheic keratoses can develop elsewhere over time because they are age-related and influenced by genetics.
Will removal leave a scar?
Any skin procedure can leave a mark, but our surgeons choose the most appropriate method to minimise scarring and pigmentation changes. Careful aftercare and sun protection help improve the final result.
Book Seborrheic Keratosis Removal in Dubai
If you have a raised, rough, dark, or irritating skin growth, book a consultation at Dubai Skin Clinic for expert assessment and treatment. Our consultant plastic surgeons will confirm the diagnosis and recommend the safest removal method for your skin.
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Dubai Skin ClinicVilla 520A Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 3
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
Phone: +44 7594 591592
Email: [email protected]
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Our consultant plastic surgeons also offer earlobe repair, scar revision (including keloid and hypertrophic scars), and CO₂ laser resurfacing for acne scarring, wrinkles, and sun damage. For patients seeking non‑surgical rejuvenation, we provide Anti wrinkle injection ® and dermal filler treatments for natural, balanced results.
Mr Onur Gilleard
Plastic Surgeon
Mr Onur Gilleard is a distinguished consultant plastic surgeon on the GMC specialist register. He held an NHS consultant post at St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London...
Mr. Reza Alamouti
Plastic Surgeon
Mr Alamouti is a consultant plastic surgeon with a reputation for exceptional precision and a calm, empathetic manner...
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