Excision of Benign Lip Lesion in Windhoek

About this service

Excision of a benign lip lesion is a minor day-theatre procedure available in Windhoek to remove a non-cancerous growth on the lip, such as a small cyst, mucocele or other benign lump. Even when a lesion is expected to be harmless, removal is often recommended for comfort, appearance, or to confirm the diagnosis with certainty through laboratory examination. Because the lip is a delicate area, careful technique helps keep scarring minimal.

At Eastgate Clinic this procedure is performed in our on-site day theatre, with consultation and follow-up managed by your GP in our rooms. Your doctor will assess your lesion and advise on removal.

What to expect

• A consultation and examination in our rooms before the procedure is booked
• Performed under anaesthesia in our on-site day theatre
• Mild swelling and tenderness of the lip afterwards is common
• Soft foods and gentle care of the area during healing, as advised by your doctor
• Follow-up appointment to discuss results and check healing

Who is it for?

You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:

• A persistent lump or growth on the lip
• A lesion that keeps recurring or refilling with fluid
• Discomfort or self-consciousness about a visible lip lesion
• A lesion that has changed in size or appearance
• A lesion your doctor recommends removing for diagnosis or comfort

Frequently asked questions