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April 14, 2020

CryoPen Treatment for Benign Skin Lesions at Tox Bar Geelong

At Tox Bar Geelong, we offer CryoPen treatment—a precise, minimally invasive option for the removal of benign skin lesions. This treatment is suitable for clients looking for a non-surgical method of lesion removal with minimal discomfort and downtime.

What Is CryoPen and How Does It Work?

CryoPen uses cryotherapy, a technique that involves the controlled application of extreme cold to target superficial skin lesions. The CryoPen device delivers liquid nitrous oxide to the lesion at a temperature of approximately –89°C, causing a process called cryonecrosis—the targeted destruction of abnormal tissue through freezing.

Cryotherapy has been used safely and effectively in dermatology for decades1.

At Tox Bar, CryoPen is administered by qualified practitioners in a sterile clinical setting. Treatment is quick, targeted, and usually well-tolerated without the need for local anaesthesia.

Common Benign Lesions Suitable for CryoPen Treatment

CryoPen may be suitable for the treatment of a range of benign skin lesions, including:

  • Skin tags

  • Cherry angiomas

  • Sunspots (solar lentigines)

  • Seborrheic keratoses

  • Common and plantar warts

  • Milia

  • Sebaceous hyperplasia

  • Molluscum contagiosum

  • Dermatofibromas

Please note: Some lesions may require prior review by a medical professional to confirm that they are non-cancerous. If there is any uncertainty about the diagnosis, we may recommend a skin check by your GP, dermatologist, or a referral for biopsy before treatment.

What to Expect

Each treatment session is tailored to the individual. Here’s what you can generally expect:

  • A thorough consultation and skin assessment by our clinical team

  • CryoPen application lasting just a few seconds per lesion

  • Temporary redness, swelling, or a scab may develop as part of the natural healing process

  • Lesions typically flake off within 2–3 weeks

  • New skin regeneration occurs over approximately 4 weeks

  • Some lesions may require a follow-up treatment for best results

Why Choose CryoPen at Tox Bar?

✅ Accurate treatment: CryoPen allows millimetre-precise targeting of lesions
✅ Minimal discomfort: Many clients describe the treatment as a short, cold sensation
✅ No cutting or stitches required
✅ No need for injectable anaesthesia in most cases
✅ Quick in-clinic procedure, performed by trained professionals

CryoPen is one of several non-invasive services available at our Geelong cosmetic clinic to support healthy, confident skin.

Book a Consultation

If you’re concerned about a benign skin lesion and would like to explore your options, we invite you to book a no-obligation consultation with our clinical team.

📞 Call us on (03) 5222 3352
📍 Visit us at Tox Bar Geelong
🖱️ Book online: https://apps.kitomba.com/bookings/toxbar

Important Information and Disclaimer

CryoPen treatment is for benign lesions only and is not suitable for the treatment of suspicious or cancerous lesions. Diagnosis of skin cancer cannot be confirmed without histopathology. Clients should seek medical advice prior to treatment if there is any doubt about the nature of a lesion.

All treatments at Tox Bar are provided by Registered Nurses or under the supervision of our Nurse Practitioner, in accordance with national health regulations and the AHPRA Code of Conduct.

Reference

Footnotes

  1. Kuflik, E. G. (2004). Cryosurgery updated. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 31(6), 925–944. ↩

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