Is Fibroma Removal Painful?

Fibroma removal is done with local anesthesia to keep you comfortable during the procedure. Most feel little or no discomfort during surgery. Afterward, you might have mild tenderness, swelling, or sensitivity, but these symptoms will improve as you heal.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

How many appointments you need depends on the size, number, and complexity of your fibromas. Sometimes, smaller fibromas can be removed during your first consultation at Dr. Antell’s New York City office if local anesthesia is suitable. Larger or multiple fibromas may need a separate surgical appointment. After your fibroma is removed, you’ll have a follow-up appointment with Dr. Antell to check your healing and make sure you get the best results.

How Long Until I See Results?

Results from fibroma removal are visible immediately after the procedure once the fibroma has been removed. As swelling decreases and the incision continues to heal, the treated area will gradually improve in appearance.

How Soon Can I Travel After Fibroma Removal?

Most can travel soon after fibroma removal, especially if local anesthesia was used. When you can travel depends on the size and location of your fibroma, the type of anesthesia used, and how you heal. During your consultation at his New York City practice, Dr. Antell will give you personalized advice about travel, activity restrictions, and self-care after the procedure.

What Are the Risks Associated with Fibroma Removal?

Fibroma surgery, like any other surgical procedure, carries some risk. Complications from fibroma removal surgery are extremely uncommon. Local anesthesia may be combined with a sedative. Dr. Antell will discuss this with you during a consultation, based on the specific details of your case. If fibroma surgery is performed under rapid recovery local anesthesia alone, you will be allowed to return home the same day as treatment. Depending on the size of your fibroma, you may be able to remove your bandage the next day and carefully shower. Dr. Antell often uses dissolvable stitches during fibroma surgery, which your body will naturally break down in the weeks following treatment. While fibroma excision is a routine and safe procedure, all surgeries carry some risk, uncertainty, and potential complications. The most common complications for fibroma removal surgery include infection, bleeding, or a negative reaction to the sedative used. To ensure your health and well-being, Dr. Antell will ask about any previous surgeries you may have undergone as well as specific questions about your medical history and general health. These complications are very uncommon when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Antell, in an accredited surgical facility. The overall risk may be higher in some cases of fibromas, depending on their size, location, number, and severity. To reduce scarring, Dr. Antell always uses rapid-recovery, scar-minimizing surgical techniques to achieve the most cosmetically appealing results.

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Introduction to Fibroma Removal

Top New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Darrick Antell is Board-certified in plastic surgery and specializes in aesthetic cosmetic surgery. One of the cosmetic and reconstructive surgery procedures he regularly performs is fibroma removal.

Fibromas are aesthetically unappealing, benign (noncancerous) tumors composed of fibrous connective tissues that form under the skin. A fibroma is a noticeable lump that can form almost anywhere on the body. In the majority of cases, fibromas are removed for cosmetic reasons.

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What is Fibroma Removal?

Fibroma removal is a surgical procedure designed to excise the benign tumor from the skin. To ensure the most successful procedure possible, Dr. Antell may adjust your surgery to best suit your specific needs. We use rapid recovery techniques that involve the smallest possible incision. Before your fibroma surgery, we will consider the size, number, and severity of the fibroma when deciding the details of your treatment.

If you are considering fibroma surgery, this information will provide you with an understanding of fibroma removal surgery: When it can help, how fibroma excision is performed, and what fibroma removal results you can expect following treatment. While this content is informative, it may not answer all your questions, as each patient and fibroma is different and may require specific care. Please schedule a private consultation at our office for case-specific information.

Combining My Fibroma Removal with Other Procedures

Depending on your goals and where your fibroma is located, Dr. Antell may suggest combining fibroma removal with other cosmetic procedures to enhance your appearance. He will review your concerns during your consultation and create a treatment plan just for you.

If you have several unwanted skin growths, fibroma removal can be combined with mole removal. Dr. Antell applies precise techniques to improve your skin’s appearance and minimize visible scarring.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Fibroma Removal?

Fibromas result from unchecked cell growth in a particular part of the body. While this noncancerous cell proliferation is harmless in most cases, many patients choose to undergo fibroma treatment or surgery in NYC for purely cosmetic reasons. Some patients may be self-conscious or embarrassed by their fibroma. Others may experience pain, discomfort, or pressure if the fibroma develops in a more sensitive area of the body.

The best candidate for fibroma removal is a healthy individual who is either seeking to treat the fibroma’s uncomfortable side effects or to enhance their physical appearance. Once a fibroma develops, it will not go away unless treated by a qualified medical professional, such as Dr. Antell.

What Are the Benefits of Fibroma Removal?

Removing fibromas can improve both how your skin looks and how comfortable you feel, especially if the growths are noticeable, irritated, or located in areas where they rub against clothing or other skin. While fibromas are usually harmless, taking them out can offer both cosmetic and practical benefits.

Smoother Skin Appearance: Removing fibromas can help your skin look more even and improve the appearance of the treated area.
Less Irritation and Discomfort: Fibromas that rub against clothing or jewelry can cause irritation or tenderness. Removing them can help relieve these symptoms.
Boosts Self-Confidence: Visible fibromas can make people feel self-conscious. Removing them can help you feel more comfortable and confident about your appearance.
Minimizes Scarring: Dr. Antell uses advanced surgical techniques and careful incision placement to remove fibromas and minimize scarring whenever possible.
Pathology Evaluation for Peace of Mind: After removal, the fibroma tissue can be sent to a lab to confirm the diagnosis and make sure there are no concerning changes.

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Planning your Fibroma Surgery

Before fibroma removal, Dr. Antell will meet with you for an initial consultation to assess your fibroma and general health. Dr. Antell will evaluate whether your fibroma limits movement or causes discomfort during certain activities. At this point, Dr. Antell will discuss surgical options that best suit your needs and explain any potential risks or complications associated with your specific surgery.

During this consultation with Dr. Antell, you must be honest about your medical history, prior surgeries, and current health, as these are important details Dr. Antell takes into consideration when planning your fibroma excision. Dr. Antell will also suggest the type of anesthesia and the location where your surgery may be performed that best suit your needs.

It is important to notify Dr. Antell if you are currently taking any supplements or medications. Dr. Antell may also ask if you have any history of smoking or are currently a smoker. Dr. Antell is happy to answer any of your questions about fibroma surgery during your consultation.

Preparing for your Fibroma Removal

In some cases, smaller fibromas may be removed on the same day as your consultation if they require only local anesthesia. Larger, multiple, or more severe fibromas will require an additional appointment to be made.

Dr. Antell can arrange local anesthesia or another form of anesthesia for your fibroma surgery if he feels you may benefit from it.

Where Will Your Fibroma Removal Be Performed?

Dr. Antell will often choose to perform your fibroma removal surgery in his private, state-of-the-art accredited surgical facility. Rarely, Dr. Antell may advise performing fibroma removal surgery in a hospital setting.

In most cases, fibroma surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, meaning most patients can return home the same day after fibroma removal surgery.

Types of Anesthesia for Fibroma Removal Surgery

In most cases, fibroma excision is performed using local anesthesia alone. However, when appropriate, sedation (also known as twilight anesthesia) may be recommended to enhance your comfort. During your consultation, Dr. Antell will discuss whether sedation is indicated for your procedure.

What to Expect on the Day of Fibroma Removal Surgery

Dr. Antell uses a rapid recovery technique with local anesthesia, which may be combined with twilight anesthesia during your fibroma surgery depending on your specific needs. Fibroma removal is typically performed in our New York State registered private operating room.

Dr. Antell strives for the most cosmetically appealing and natural-looking results possible when removing fibromas. In most cases, dissolvable stitches will be used to close the incision in a way that reduces the overall potential for scarring. The size and location of a fibroma or fibromas differ from patient to patient.

Dr. Antell can discuss and help decide which fibroma removal technique or fibroma treatment is most appropriate for you.

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Fibroma Removal Recovery

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The vast majority of patients can return home or go back to work the same day as their fibroma removal surgery. All patients will schedule a follow-up with Dr. Antell to ensure their incision is healing properly and that no complications arise.

While most fibromas are benign, Dr. Antell sends a sample to a laboratory for testing to ensure there are no signs of cancer. Dr. Antell typically tests for cancer during fibroma removal to ensure the health of all his patients.

Fibroma Removal Results

After fibroma removal, you can expect a more aesthetically pleasing appearance and to feel significantly less self-conscious. Patients with painful or uncomfortable symptoms experience relief from these sensations and enjoy increased mobility.

While scarring is inevitable, Dr. Antell uses rapid recovery techniques to minimize scarring and keep scarring inconspicuous.

How Much Does Fibroma Removal Cost in New York City, NY?

The cost of fibroma removal in New York City depends on factors like the size, number, and location of your fibromas; their complexity; the type of anesthesia; and whether you combine fibroma removal with another procedure.

At your private consultation, Dr. Antell will review your concerns and provide a customized treatment plan with a detailed cost estimate tailored to your needs.

Why Choose Dr. Antell?

Dr. Darrick Antell is a Board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City with years of experience in both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. He is a member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Dr. Antell will also be recognized among Newsweek’s America’s Best Plastic Surgeons 2026.

When removing fibromas, Dr. Antell works to remove the growth effectively while preserving the surrounding skin and minimizing visible scarring.

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Fibroma Removal FAQ’S

How many appointments you need depends on the size, number, and complexity of your fibromas. Sometimes, smaller fibromas can be removed during your first consultation at Dr. Antell’s New York City office if local anesthesia is suitable. Larger or multiple fibromas may need a separate surgical appointment.

After your fibroma is removed, you’ll have a follow-up appointment with Dr. Antell to check your healing and make sure you get the best results.
Most can travel soon after fibroma removal, especially if local anesthesia was used. When you can travel depends on the size and location of your fibroma, the type of anesthesia used, and how you heal.

During your consultation at his New York City practice, Dr. Antell will give you personalized advice about travel, activity restrictions, and self-care after the procedure.
Fibroma surgery, like any other surgical procedure, carries some risk. Complications from fibroma removal surgery are extremely uncommon. Local anesthesia may be combined with a sedative. Dr. Antell will discuss this with you during a consultation, based on the specific details of your case.

If fibroma surgery is performed under rapid recovery local anesthesia alone, you will be allowed to return home the same day as treatment. Depending on the size of your fibroma, you may be able to remove your bandage the next day and carefully shower. Dr. Antell often uses dissolvable stitches during fibroma surgery, which your body will naturally break down in the weeks following treatment.

While fibroma excision is a routine and safe procedure, all surgeries carry some risk, uncertainty, and potential complications. The most common complications for fibroma removal surgery include infection, bleeding, or a negative reaction to the sedative used. To ensure your health and well-being, Dr. Antell will ask about any previous surgeries you may have undergone as well as specific questions about your medical history and general health. These complications are very uncommon when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Antell, in an accredited surgical facility.

The overall risk may be higher in some cases of fibromas, depending on their size, location, number, and severity. To reduce scarring, Dr. Antell always uses rapid-recovery, scar-minimizing surgical techniques to achieve the most cosmetically appealing results.

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