At EyeFACE Institute, we understand that the face is not just anatomy—it’s identity. Little blemishes, moles, cysts, or lesions may seem small in millimetres, but they can weigh heavily on your confidence, comfort, or how others see you. Our clinic, located in Toronto, specializes exclusively in the delicate structures of the eyelids and face—offering surgical and non-surgical solutions to facial concerns. Among these, facial lesion removal is a procedure in which we take great care to deliver outcomes that are as safe as they are aesthetically pleasing. 

What are Facial Lesions?

Facial lesions refer to any abnormal growths or marks on the facial skin. These may include:

• Moles (nevi) – pigmented or raised spots that appear at birth or later in life
• Skin tags or flesh-coloured outgrowths
• Papillomas
• Cysts – fluid or semi-solid sacs under or in the skin
• Keratoses – including seborrheic keratosis, which can look like rough patches or wart-like growths
• And other benign or occasionally suspicious growths such as lesions that may warrant evaluation for malignancy.

Although many facial lesions are harmless, factors such as changes in colour, size, shape, bleeding, or risk of irritation (by clothing, shaving, makeup) may prompt removal—for cosmetic reasons, comfort, or medical safety. EyeFACE Institute’s team of dermatologists, oculoplastic surgeons, and facial plastic surgeons collaborate to evaluate such lesions and recommend the best path forward.

Why Remove Facial Lesions?

The decision to remove a lesion often stems from one or more of the following motivations:

1. Cosmetic concerns: A lesion may stand out, disrupt skin uniformity, or affect self-esteem.
2. Comfort / irritation: Lesions in tricky spots (along eyelids, near lips, along hairlines) may rub, catch, bleed, or cause discomfort.
3. Safety / health: If a lesion changes or displays suspicious characteristics, removal may be necessary for biopsy or to rule out skin cancer.
4. Functionality: Lesions on eyelids or near sensitive structures may interfere with vision, blinking, or tear flow.

At EyeFACE Institute, we believe in balancing beauty with function. Our philosophy is to address both cosmetic and functional aspects of facial and eyelid lesions, ensuring that removal is done with microsurgical precision, minimal scar, and maximal comfort.

The EyeFACE Institute Approach

What makes EyeFACE different in facial lesion removal is a combination of:

• Specialization: Unlike clinics that do a bit of everything, EyeFACE focuses exclusively on eyelid and facial plastic surgery, plus advanced skincare, lasers, and injectables. This specialization ensures refined skill and deep understanding of facial anatomy.
• Team-based care: Our team includes oculoplastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, and dermatologists who work together. That means the lesion is evaluated from multiple perspectives: aesthetic, medical, functional
• Microsurgical precision: We operate in millimetres. That might mean ultra-fine sutures, precise excision techniques, minimal trauma to surrounding tissue—to reduce scarring and speed healing
• Advanced technology: We embrace tools and techniques—lasers, precise scalpels, possibly data-driven diagnostic tools—that improve safety, reduce downtime, and improve outcomes.
• Patient-first care: The process starts with a thorough consultation—listening to your goals, medical history, concerns—and ends with detailed aftercare. You are involved every step of the way. Comfort, healing, natural appearance are priorities.

Evaluation & Consultation

Before any lesion removal, EyeFACE performs a comprehensive evaluation, which typically includes:

• Medical history: Including skin cancer risk, previous skin problems, healing capacity, medications.
• Examination of the lesion: Size, depth, location, whether it’s raised or flat, pigmented or non-pigmented, nature of the borders.
• Photography & mapping: Especially for facial symmetry, to plan removal so that scars lie in natural lines or folds.
• Decision whether a biopsy is needed: If there’s any suspicion of malignancy (for example colour change, irregular border, rapid growth), tissue may be sent for pathology.
• Discussion of options: Surgical excision, shave removal, laser ablation, electrocautery, etc. We will explain pros, cons, expected healing times, minimal risk. 

Treatment Options for Lesion Removal

Depending on lesion type, size, and location, treatment options include:At EyeFACE, the choice of technique is tailored: the lesion type, your skin type (e.g. pigmentation risk), location (eyelid vs cheek vs lip margin), and your priorities (esthetic vs speed vs minimal downtime). Our surgeons will recommend the method that gives you the best long‐term result with the least compromise.

What to Expect: Procedure & Recovery

Before the procedure:

• Pre-operative photos, consent, any necessary lab work if sedation is involved.
• Local anesthetic is almost always used; sedation may be considered if lesion is extensive or the area is sensitive.
• Marking of lesion boundaries, possibly alignment with natural facial lines or folds to hide future scars.

During the procedure:

• Performed in our accredited surgical facility, under sterile conditions. EyeFACE’s facility is fully accredited by the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario.
• Microsurgical instruments as needed. Fine sutures when required. Cautery or other haemostasis (bleeding control) methods.

After the procedure (post-operative care):

• Plan for some swelling, redness, possibly mild discomfort. Pain is generally mild and well-controlled.
• Instructions on wound care: cleaning, perhaps antibiotic ointment, dressings.
• Protect the area from sun exposure to prevent pigment changes or widening of scars.
• Follow-ups to monitor healing, remove sutures (if any), assess scar maturation.

Downtime:

• Varies with method and location. Some patients return to regular activities quickly if removal is small and superficial; more extensive excisions or locations near eyelids may require more rest.
• Scar maturation can continue over months: the initial scar may appear red or raised, then gradually flatten and fade. EyeFACE’s team will guide realistic expectations.

Risks & What to Watch Out For

Though facial lesion removal is generally safe, as with any surgical or semi-surgical intervention, there are risks and possible complications, which our team closely monitors and strives to minimize:

• Scarring: Some scarring is inevitable, but good technique, precise suturing, and proper after-care help ensure minimal, often inconspicuous results.
• Pigment changes: Particularly in darker skin, the treated area may become darker (hyperpigmented) or lighter (hypopigmented) temporarily or permanently.
• Infection: Rare when treatment is performed in a clean, accredited facility, but hygiene and following post-care instructions are important.
• Bleeding or hematoma: Especially in vascular lesions or if patient is on blood-thinners. These are usually controllable.
• Regrowth (for some lesions): For example skin tags or papillomas may recur if underlying factors persist.
• Functional risk: Near eyes, lips, nose—care must be taken not to impair movement, blinking, or function; at EyeFACE we weigh these and plan to protect function.

Why Choose EyeFACE Institute

When you trust us with facial lesion removal, here’s what you gain:

• Unmatched expertise: EyeFACE is Toronto’s leading eyelid & facial plastic surgery practice. Our surgeons perform over 1,500 procedures a year.
• Exclusive focus on face and eyelids: You won’t find that level of facial specialty everywhere. All our training levels—dermatology, oculoplastics, facial plastics—bring insight to your case.
• Modern, accredited facilities: Safety, sterility, and comfort are foundational. We invest in the latest technology for both surgical and non-surgical treatments.
• Research-backed approach: EyeFACE participates in medical research and global studies to ensure that our methods are not just trendy but backed by evidence
• Personalization & caring service: We know each lesion is unique, as is every patient’s face, goals, and life. We take time to listen, explain, plan carefully, and support healing.

Real Stories & Outcomes

While privacy must be respected, the results we aim for are visible in our before-and-after patient gallery: subtle but meaningful refinement, lesions removed or reduced, skin evened, natural lines preserved. Patients often report not just physical relief but emotional relief — less self-consciousness, more willingness to engage socially, and restored self-image.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does removing a lesion hurt?
Local anesthesia numbs the area so during the procedure you should feel little to no pain. Discomfort afterward is usually mild and manageable with standard over-the-counter pain relief, ice, and care.

Will there be a visible scar?
Some scarring is inevitable, but our goal is to minimize it: placing incisions in less conspicuous places (natural skin folds), using very fine suture materials, and providing post-operative care that encourages good healing. Over time, scars typically fade significantly.

How long until I look ‘normal’ again?
For small, superficial lesions: often just a few days of redness/swelling. For larger or deeper ones, perhaps 1-2 weeks to resume daily routines, and months for the scar to fully mature.

What is the cost?
It depends on the technique, size, location, complexity. In your consultation, our team will provide an estimate. We believe in transparency so you know up front what is required.

How to Begin

If you are considering facial lesion removal:

1. Book a consultation with one of our surgeons or dermatologists at EyeFACE.
2. Bring photographs or note what you dislike or what has changed about the lesion.
3. Discuss your goals: Do you want maximum cosmetic concealment, quickest healing, zero downtime, etc.?
4. Obtain a personalized plan that includes the method, timeline, aftercare, risks, and cost.

Conclusion

Your skin, your face, your identity—they deserve care that respects not just the medical dimension but the aesthetic, emotional, functional aspects too. At EyeFACE Institute, facial lesion removal is not just about getting rid of something unwanted; it’s about restoring harmony, confidence, and a face that reflects who you are. Working in millimetres, blending advanced technique with compassion, our promise is to help you move forward with clearer skin, less discomfort, and greater self-esteem.

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• Call to schedule your consultation: (647) 351-6501