Seborrheic Keratoses are very common benign skin lesions that often start to occur during the third or fourth decade of life. They can develop almost anywhere on the skin and often have a “waxy” or “stuck on” appearance. They can be affectionately referred to as “wisdom spots” as more of them tend to occur with time and maturity. They have a large variation in color and can be anywhere from skin colored to dark brown or black.
Techniques used:
Cryosurgery: the seborrheic keratosis is frozen off using a probe containing liquid nitrogen.
Electrodessication: the seborrheic keratosis is carefully destroyed using precise electric current causing heat only on the very surface of the skin.
Surgical Excision: the seborrheic keratosis is neatly surgically removed and the skin is sutured back together
DR. ASHLEY TREGASKISS
COSMETIC, PLASTIC, AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON | BLOG
Dr. Ashley Tregaskiss is a distinguished board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon known for his precision, artistry, and dedication to surgical excellence. With nearly two decades of experience, he brings a refined approach to patient care, combining technical expertise with a strong commitment to achieving natural, high-quality results.
Dr. Tregaskiss earned his medical degree from the prestigious University College London Medical School, consistently ranked among the world’s leading academic institutions. He completed a highly regarded research fellowship at the Kleinert-Kutz Institute in Louisville, Kentucky—an internationally recognized center for hand and microsurgery. His core plastic surgery training was undertaken in Bristol, England, followed by two years of advanced international fellowship training, specializing in aesthetic, facial, and breast surgery. He is a Fellow of both the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS Plast) and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC), and a member of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Tregaskiss currently practices at Pacific Plastic Surgery in Vancouver, offering individualized care tailored to each patient’s aesthetic goals.