Yes, with cysts in particular, I often make sure to don a "Splash Screen", a surgical mask that has a plastic shield to block splatter from bodily fluids. Here are some procedures that I have done in the past that warranted the use of a Splash Screen. #FLASHBACKFRIDAY

An epidermoid cyst is a non-cancerous growth commonly found on the skin of the face or neck, but can occur anywhere on the body. Just as its name suggests, these cysts occur as a result of epidermal cells, cells from the top layer of your skin a.k.a the epidermis, overgrow in a confined space. Th...

An epidermoid cyst (Epidermal Inclusion cyst, Infundibular cyst), is a benign growth commonly found in the skin and typically appears on the face, neck or trunk, but can occur anywhere on the body. Another name used is “sebacous cyst” but this is actually an antiquated misnomer, and is not a te...

Sometimes you say weird things in the middle of surgery, even when filming an internationally aired TV show 🙈Thankfully I have my girls, Val & Kristy to call me out hehe

A pilar cyst, also known as a trichilemmal or isthmus-catagen cyst, is a benign (non-life-threatening) growth that, upon exami...

Great milia in a very sensitive area makes this a tough procedure. But this patient is great! Please be delicate with comments as we don't want to discourage anyone experiencing this condition or similar to not seek treatment.

A milium (single for milia) is a small superficial cyst formed in th...

Lipomas are slow-growing, benign (non-cancerous) growths of fat cells. These cells are contained in a thin capsule that creates the appearance of a “bump” right under the skin. Lipomas are typically not tender, move around easily, and don’t require treatment. However, some lipomas may sit in plac...

Blackheads are something we are all familiar with, but did you know they are also called open comedones? Blackheads are usually caused by a pore that gets clogged with keratin (skin protein) and sebum (oil). Given the black color many believe these spots are clogged with dirt, but really it’s the...

Blackheads are something we are all familiar with, but did you know they are also called open comedones? Blackheads are usually caused by a pore that gets clogged with keratin (skin protein) and sebum (oil). Given the black color many believe these spots are clogged with dirt, but really it’s the...

Time for a rhinophyma transformation, but there are a couple of whiteheads that must be extracted first!

This Valentine's Day, I'm showing you some sentimental pops that are dedicated to the ones my patients love. We've had patients come in to have blackheads removed for their wife, some patients who bring their partner in for support (and an anniversary gift), others who come in together for a Coup...

Let's be real, I know if you've picked at a pimple or a cyst and this lovely patient's ears couldn't hide it. You have to know when to pop and know when to stop... picking doesn't help, it often irritates.

Need some crepe paper? This cyst has quite the stash!

This whopper of a pilar cyst presented a bit of a challenge when my patient told me she knew the contents were liquid... I knew this was a job for a syringe BEFORE a squeeze!

When you're not a Popaholic, but your cheek cyst was so good that you have changed your ways and seen the light... this is how Popaholics are born 😉💥

Hidrocystomas usually appear near the eye/eyelid area, but this one was an especially close encounter. Can you handle seeing needles so close to the eye?

Hidrocystomas are benign cyst tumors that are derived from sweat glands. They commonly affect the eyelid, are usually asymptomatic, affect bot...

An epidermoid cyst is a non-cancerous growth commonly found on the skin of the face or neck, but can occur anywhere on the body. Just as its name suggests, these cysts occur as a result of epidermal cells, cells from the top layer of your skin a.k.a the epidermis, overgrow in a confined space. Th...

We all know it takes 2 to tango, so we couldn't leave our Pilar Cyst without a partner! Here is session 2 from this lovely patient.

Part 1: https://allaccess.drpimplepopper.com/videos/the-pilar-cyst-tango

Since this year has been a rough one, we've got to end it with a salute to some of the best pops it has brought us - namely, some really great blackheads!!
Cheers to 2021, may the blackheads be plentiful!

Everything is better with a helping hand, or two, especially popping out a lipoma! My assistants always know exactly how to help; whether it's translating important information and comfort to a patient or a big squeeze to coax out a stubborn lipoma, these girls are the best around!