Skin tags may be small, but they can also be frustrating. While they’re harmless, they often develop in places that make you feel self-conscious or irritated. At Skin MD and Beyond in Plano, Texas, Dr. Fiona Wright provides safe, effective removal options for skin tags and takes time to help you understand why they form in the first place.
With over two decades of experience in cosmetic and medical dermatology, Dr. Wright offers a personalized, medically guided approach to treating skin tags.
Why Do Skin Tags Form?
Skin tags (also called acrochordons) are small, soft growths of extra skin and connective tissue. They often form in areas where skin rubs together or against clothing, such as the neck, underarms, eyelids, groin, and under the breasts. Friction is a major trigger, which is why they are more common in people who wear jewelry, deal with skin folds, or experience repetitive movement in certain areas.
Hormonal changes also play a role. Many people notice new skin tags develop during pregnancy, menopause, or periods of weight fluctuation. In addition, research suggests a strong genetic component: If your family members have skin tags, you’re more likely to develop them too.
Who Is More Likely to Get Skin Tags?
You may be more prone to skin tags if you:
- Have a family history of skin tags
- Are overweight or experience frequent skin friction
- Are pregnant or going through hormonal changes
- Have insulin resistance, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome
- Are over the age of 40
While skin tags are not dangerous, they can sometimes catch on clothing or jewelry, bleed, or become irritated, especially when they’re in a high-friction area.
Why Professional Treatment Matters
Although there are plenty of at-home remedies and internet hacks out there, removing skin tags on your own can be painful and lead to infection, scarring, or misdiagnosis. What looks like a harmless skin tag could be something more serious, such as a mole or growth requiring medical attention.
Skin tags can be easily and safely removed in-office at Skin MD and Beyond. Dr. Fiona Wright uses local anesthesia to keep the process comfortable and offers multiple effective methods, including electric cautery, cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen, and snip excision. Cautery uses a heated needle to burn and remove the tag with no downtime. Cryotherapy freezes smaller tags so they fall off naturally. Excision may be used for precise removal. Each treatment is tailored based on the size and location of your skin tags to ensure the best results with minimal disruption to your day.
Ready to Treat Skin Tags the Right Way?
Dr. Wright is an outgoing, knowledgeable cosmetic dermatologist who wants to help you look and feel your best. Professional removal is simple, safe, and effective if you’re tired of living with annoying or unsightly skin tags. Contact Skin MD and Beyond in Plano, TX today at 972-608-0808.
