Laser Removal of Skin Fibromas

Fibroma normally respond in 1 to 2 treatments. We typically charge £150 per fibroma.

We usually patch test before laser treatments, but in the case of small, focal lesions like fibromas, a partial treatment would be counterproductive. For this reason, we would normally proceed directly to full treatment during your appointment if the lesion is suitable and you’re happy to go ahead.

We use an Erbium:YAG ablative laser, which precisely vaporises the fibroma while minimising heat damage to surrounding tissue. This approach reduces the risk of scarring and supports faster healing compared to methods that generate more residual heat. It also allows for accurate cosmetic results with minimal disruption to nearby skin.

The treated fibroma is unlikely to return. However, if you’re prone to developing fibromas, new ones may appear in other areas over time. We can assess and treat these if and when they arise.

There is some discomfort during the procedure, often described as a hot, pinging sensation, similar to being snapped with an elastic band. Areas like the face can feel more sensitive, but treatment is very quick and generally well tolerated. Afterward, you may experience a mild sunburn-like feeling for the rest of the day and some minor sensitivity for about a week.

Recovery typically takes between 1 and 3 weeks. The healing process usually follows these stages:

• The treated area will be red and may be slightly swollen.

• Some light bleeding from the site is possible immediately after treatment.

• A dry scab will form and remain in place for 1 to 2 weeks. It is important not to pick at the scab, as this increases the risk of scarring or delayed healing.

• Once the scab falls away, the skin may look pink or slightly darker than usual. Temporary darkening of the skin (hyperpigmentation) is common and may take a few months to fade.

Some textural changes (scarring) may occur with any procedure that removes unwanted tissue. The attachment point of the removed fibroma needs to heal by granulation and may have a slightly different texture to the surrounding skin. Some degree of hypopigmentation may also persist long term.

However, Erbium ablative laser removal tends to cause far less scarring than other approaches. Any minor textural changes are almost always less noticeable than the original lesion. We have seen many removals heal with virtually flawless results.

We assess every lesion before treatment. If there’s any doubt about the diagnosis or if the lesion has features that look unusual, we may advise you to seek a medical opinion before proceeding. Your safety comes first, and we won’t treat anything that raises concern without appropriate referral.

No. While skin tags (acrochordons) and fibromas are both benign skin growths, they differ in both structure and treatment.

Skin tags are typically pedunculated, meaning they hang from the skin on a narrow stalk, often with soft, lobe-like structures. We treat these using a long-pulse Nd:YAG laser, which denatures the tissue without breaking the surface of the skin.

Fibromas, on the other hand, are usually firmer, with a broader base and deeper attachment. These require Erbium:YAG laser ablation to precisely remove the entire lesion while minimising heat spread and scarring. The technique, healing time, and aftercare are different for each.

We recommend avoiding makeup over the treated area until the scab has come away and the skin is fully healed. This helps prevent irritation, infection, or delayed healing. Once the skin is intact and no longer sensitive, makeup can be applied as normal.