I Had a Small Lipoma Removed from Forehead. 3 Days Later, Swelling & Bruising in the Corner of my Eye & Nose. Normal?

Most  lipomas that are superficial can be diagnosed by touch. Occasionally a more expensive test like a cat-scan may be necessary. I would recommend you seek a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of plastic surgery who has extensive experience in lipoma ...

If the CAT scan revealed it is a lipoma, there is no danger but it could possibly get bigger cause pain and should be removed. It could possibly be done under local anesthesia. I would recommend you seek a board-certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of plastic surgery who has a large...

A surgeon who is familiar with the facial nerve and the periorbital anatomy should be sufficiently prepared to remove the lipoma. Board certification is not a substitute for knowledge. Surgery90210

Outpatient lipoma removal is the option of choice for most non complicated lipomas. Lidocaine anesthetic is usually sufficient for the procedure. I perform the majority of my lipoma removals in this fashion. 

It would be helpful to have a photo but in general lipomas can be removed through a carefully placed incision. Therefore, the final well healed scar is usually not a concern. As for a "dent", it's always a possibility and is determined by the size, how long it's been present,...