What Are the Different Types of Skin Cysts & Where Do They Occur? (Infographic)
Skin cysts can be unsightly and frustrating but are usually easy to treat. You should know that most skin cysts are harmless and sometimes disappear on their own. When searching for a treatment, you will need a knowledgeable provider who can correctly diagnose and treat your cyst. The infographic below will give you a better […]
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Top Tips For Mole Removal Aftercare
Having a mole removed can be quite a rewarding experience, whether you’re addressing a recent concern or finally getting rid of a spot that has bothered you for years. Fortunately, mole removal doesn’t require much downtime, and with the proper aftercare, it may leave you with little to no visible scarring. In this blog post, […]
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How Do You Flatten a Keloid?
It’s unfortunate to heal from a wound or surgical incision only to be left with a scar that compromises your appearance. That’s the reality of keloid scarring, and if you’ve experienced a keloid, you know it all too well. Fortunately, there are ways to flatten keloids and minimize their cosmetic effect so you can move […]
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How Much Does It Cost to Repair an Earlobe?
How much is earlobe repair? If you’re looking to close a stretched opening or fix a tear, this is likely one of the first questions on your list. While earlobe repair is considered minor surgery, its effects can be significant, so it’s worth considering whether it fits into your budget. In this blog post, we’re […]
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Dermatofibroma Self Removal: Don’t Try This at Home
If you found this blog post by searching “how to remove a dermatofibroma at home,” let us be the ones to tell you: Don’t do it! While it may seem easy enough to scrape or dig away that pesky little nodule, you’re likely to do more harm than good. Need more convincing? Read on to […]
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How Much Does Sebaceous Cyst Removal Cost?
How much does it cost to get rid of a sebaceous cyst? As sebaceous cyst removal specialists in Ontario, this is a question we hear often. When it comes time to remove a cyst, you want to get rid of it for good—but also as cost-efficiently as possible. In this blog post, we’ll explain how […]
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Dermatofibroma Removal: 8 Things You Should Know
Do you have a bump that appeared after you nicked your skin and now won’t go away? If it’s raised, pink or brown, and less than a centimetre in diameter, there’s good news: It’s likely harmless, and you can get rid of it in a snap with dermatofibroma removal at our Toronto clinic. What are […]
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Lipoma Removal: How To Diagnose & Treat
Discovering an unusual growth is usually a bit unnerving and should prompt a trip to the doctor. If your physician diagnoses the growth as a lipoma, what to do about it is a personal choice. One option is lipoma removal in Toronto at The Centre for Minor Surgery. What Is a Lipoma? Round or oval-shaped […]
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How Much Does Mole Removal Cost?
At our Ontario clinic, our mole removal cost usually starts at $495, but the price varies with the location and size of the mole. Many people choose to have their mole removal performed by our Toronto plastic surgeons rather than attempt home mole-removal remedies to avoid unnecessary risks. Why Is At-Home Removal Risky? People who […]
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Welcome to the Centre for Minor Surgery’s Blog
Welcome to our new blog! We are so happy to see you here. We are Dr. Robert Backstein and Dr. Richard Backstein, brothers and Royal College-certified plastic surgeons who specialize in , , and in Toronto. At The Centre for Minor Surgery, people like you visit us from Barrie, Mississauga, and throughout Greater Toronto to enjoy the freedom of saying goodbye to concerns that […]
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