The Skin Blog
What is a Minor Surgery?
At our Glasgow clinic we offer a wide range of minor surgical procedures to our patients. But, what is considered a minor surgical procedure? Minor surgical procedures are those that are minimally invasive and for which local anaesthetic can be used. With minor...
What Is Silicone Gel and Why Do We Recommend Its Use After Your Procedure
When you undergo a minor surgical procedure in the Altruderm clinic you may be advised to use silicone gel to aid the healing process. Silicone has long been a well-established treatment modality for scars, including hypertrophic and keloid scars. Silicone gel can...
Looking for Minor Surgery in a Relaxed Setting?
Looking for Minor Surgery in a relaxed setting…visit the Altruderm Clinic We are delighted to welcome patients from all over Scotland and beyond to the Altruderm Clinic, Glasgow. We deliberately chose a non-city centre location to establish our clinic to ensure we...
Best Minor Skin Surgery Clinic 2024 – Scotland
Altruderm Wins 'Best Minor Skin Surgery Clinic 2024 - Scotland' Award by GHP In an accolade that underscores its commitment to excellence and innovation in minor skin surgery, Altruderm has been honoured with the recognition by Global Health Pharma (GHP) as 'Best...
Dermatofibroma Removal at the Altruderm Clinic: 6 of Your Questions Answered
What Is a Dermatofibroma? A dermatofibroma is a harmless, nodular lesion that sits in the deeper layers of the skin. It is a firm bump and can range in colour from pink to brown. Are They Dangerous? Dermatofibromas are not dangerous or cancerous. They are benign...