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Say Goodbye to Spider Veins with VeinGogh

Posted October 28, 2025 in Sclerotherapy, Spider Veins, Uncategorized, Vein Gogh Veins, VeinGogh Vein Removal

Do you have small red, purple, or blue veins visible on your cheeks, nose, or legs? You’re not alone. These tiny but stubborn vessels—known as spider veins—can make many patients feel self-conscious. Fortunately, at Mountcastle Medical Spa & Laser Center in Ashburn, VA, we offer a highly effective, non-invasive solution: VeinGogh. What Are Spider Veins? […]

The Secret to Long-Lasting Volume and Lift: Why We Love Sculptra

Posted October 28, 2025 in Fillers

When it comes to facial rejuvenation, most fillers give instant results — but what if you could actually stimulate your body’s own collagen for natural, long-term volume restoration? That’s exactly what Sculptra® does, and it’s one of the reasons it’s become a top treatment at Mountcastle Medical Spa & Laser Center in Ashburn, VA. What […]

Sebaceous Cyst vs Epidermoid Cyst: Spot the Difference & Best Treatments

Posted June 19, 2025 in Uncategorized

Lumps under the skin often get labeled “sebaceous cysts,” but most are technically epidermoid cysts—and the distinction matters when you’re deciding whether to watch, drain, or remove them. Below, we break down the origins, tell-tale features, and evidence-backed treatments for each type so you know exactly what to ask for at your next appointment. Feature […]

❄️ Cryotherapy for Skin Lesions in Ashburn, VA

Posted May 24, 2025 in Uncategorized

Fast, Safe, and Effective Treatment Using Liquid Nitrogen If you’re looking to remove unwanted skin growths like warts, skin tags, or sun damage spots, cryotherapy is one of the most effective in-office treatments available. At Mountcastle Plastic Surgery & Vein Institute in Ashburn, VA, we offer liquid nitrogen cryotherapy to treat a wide variety of […]

Understanding Scars: What They Are and How to Treat

Posted July 15, 2024 in Keloid Scar Removal

Understanding Scars: What They Are and How to Treat Scars are an inevitable part of the body’s healing process after a skin injury or surgery. When the skin sustains damage, the body repairs itself by forming new tissue primarily composed of collagen. This natural response can lead to the development of scars, which vary significantly […]

Skin Cancer Solutions: Exploring the Effectiveness of Mohs Surgery

Posted March 29, 2024 in Dermatology

What exactly is Mohs surgery? Mohs surgery is a modern way to treat skin cancer. The surgeon removes thin layers of skin, checking each one under a microscope to make sure all the cancer is gone. They repeat this until only healthy tissue is left. Over time, Mohs surgery has evolved into the most precise […]

20 years of removing Lipomas

Posted July 08, 2023 in Dermatology

Title: Lipomas and Lipoma Surgery: A Comprehensive Overview Introduction: Over the past 20 years, my experience in removing lipomas has taught me valuable insights that have revolutionized my understanding of these benign growths. Initially, I believed that all lipomas were similar, but I soon discovered the nuances and complexities involved. This article explores the various […]

Osteoma Removal

Posted October 29, 2021 in Dermatology

Overview An osteoma is a bony growth that can occur on the skull, usually in the forehead region. They are benign and generally do not pose a health risk. Dr. Mountcastle is a double board certified plastic and general surgeon who offers osteoma removal at Mountcastle Plastic Surgery and Vein Institute While most osteomas are […]