Dermatologic Surgery in Arcadia, CA

Trust your skin to the experts. At Bespoke Dermatology and Aesthetics in Arcadia, we perform a full range of dermatologic surgery using up-to-date techniques and evidence-based care. Every procedure is handled by board-certified dermatologist Derek Ho, MD, FAAD, with attention to both your health and the final cosmetic result.

Dermatologic surgery refers to surgery of the skin. It covers medically necessary procedures, such as removing skin cancer, as well as procedures done for comfort or appearance, like taking off a bothersome mole or repairing a torn earlobe. It is not the same as plastic surgery. As a dermatologist, Dr. Ho specializes specifically in the skin, which means precise removal, careful technique, and an eye toward minimizing scarring.

Procedures We Offer

  • Cyst removal

    Cysts are sacs under the skin that can grow, become tender, or get infected. We remove them in the office and, when needed, send tissue for evaluation.

  • Earlobe repair

    Torn, stretched, or split earlobes from earrings or gauges can be surgically repaired and, in most cases, re-pierced later once healed.

  • Keloid treatment

    Keloids are raised, overgrown scars that extend beyond the original wound. We offer treatment to flatten and manage them, often combining approaches for the best result.

  • Lipoma removal

    Lipomas are soft, benign fatty growths under the skin. When one is large, growing, or uncomfortable, it can be removed in the office.

  • Mole removal

    Moles are removed for medical reasons, such as a suspicious or changing spot, or simply because of cosmetic reasons. We choose the method that gives a clean result and, when there is any concern, send the tissue to check that it is benign.

  • Scar revision

    Scars from injury, surgery, or acne can often be improved. We use techniques that soften a scar's appearance and help it blend with the surrounding skin.

  • Skin cancer screening & Skin cancer excision

    When a skin cancer or a highly suspicious lesion is found, we surgically remove it with an appropriate margin and confirm the diagnosis with pathology. Early treatment gives the best outcome.

  • Skin tag removal

    Skin tags are small, harmless growths that catch on clothing or jewelry. They are quick and simple to remove in the office.

If there is a procedure you are interested in that is not listed above, please ask. This list does not cover everything we do.

Some of these procedures are about more than appearance. A changing mole, a growth that will not heal, or a suspicious spot found during a full body skin exam may need surgical removal to rule out or treat skin cancer. If you have a spot you are worried about, do not wait. Our medical dermatology team can evaluate it first and move to surgery if it is warranted.

When Skin Surgery Is Medical

What to Expect

Most of these procedures are done right in our Arcadia office under local anesthesia, so you are comfortable and awake, and you go home the same day. Dr. Ho explains the plan before he begins, including how the area will be closed and what your recovery will look like. Aftercare is usually straightforward: keep the area clean, follow the wound-care instructions you are given, and watch for the normal signs of healing. We review any results with you and let you know if further steps are needed.

Why Choose a Dermatologist for Skin Surgery

Because a dermatologist focuses entirely on the skin, you get both surgical skill and a trained eye for what a growth actually is. That matters for accuracy when cancer is a question, and it matters for the cosmetic result when the procedure is on a visible area like the face or ears. If a procedure has a cosmetic element, such as scar revision, our aesthetic services can support the result as well.

Schedule a Consultation

Bespoke Dermatology and Aesthetics is located at 115 S First Avenue in Arcadia, CA. To discuss a procedure or have a spot evaluated, contact us or call (626) 513-2619.