Removal of a Capsulated Cyst on My Cheek Without Leaving a Scar? (photo)

I agree with my fellow surgeons that any time an incision is made a scar results. However, proper placement of that incision and meticulous tissue handling and wound closure typically results in a well healed incision. Scars mature and improve over about 6-12 months on their own but as soon as six weeks, dermabrasion or laser resurfacing can optimize the appearance of a scar. I hope this is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACS

Both the history of this growth and the physical appearance are important here.  This appears to me to be a sebaceous adenoma or an oil gland growth.  These can be confused with a common skin cancer called a basal cell carcinoma.  I agree with the dermatologist who suggested that you see a dermatologist.  If it as sebaceous adenoma a rather simple cautery with scraping can reduce the appearance.  A biopsy may be indicated.  If it is a cyst, a punch biopsy excision usually works well and leaves a minimal scar.  Anytime a procedure is performed, poor healing leading to an unsightly scar is possible.

 

Any time a growth is removed form the skin there is always a scar. The trick is to minimize and hide the scar in the normal "lines" in the face. This is best done by a physician who is skilled in skin surgery such as a dermatologic surgeon or a plastic surgeon. If your growth is truly a cyst it can usually be removed through a small, linear incision in the overlying skin which should leave an almost imperceptible scar.