Tick Removal and Lyme Disease Testing in Clifton NJ

Safe, Fast Tick Removal — No Appointment Needed

At AFC Clifton, we offer professional tick removal and Lyme disease testing—available 7 days a week. Our experienced providers can safely remove ticks and evaluate any symptoms or concerns related to potential tick-borne illnesses.

Understanding Tick Bites & Lyme Disease

It takes about 36–48 hours for a tick to transmit disease, so performing daily tick checks—especially after time outdoors—is critical.

Been bitten or have a rash, fever, or flu-like symptoms? Walk into AFC Clifton or save your spot online for fast, reliable care close to home.

How to Remove a Tick

If you find a tick quickly, you can usually remove it simply by gently lifting it with a clean pair of tweezers. Pull upward slowly so as to not pull the body off the tick’s mouth parts, which could remain stuck in your skin.

Keep in mind you should never crush a tick with your fingers, as this can puncture your skin and expose you to the pathogens the tick carries. Instead, if you need to dispose of a tick, you can rely on suffocating it in a plastic bag, jar, burning it, or placing it in alcohol.

How to Avoid Tick Bites

The main way to avoid tick bites is by understanding where ticks live and how to deter them. Following these steps is your best bet for preventing tick bites

Know Where Ticks Live

Ticks live in areas such as forests, brushy areas, and in grass. They even live on some animals. Be mindful of the time you spend in areas like this that expose you to ticks, and be extra vigilant for ticks.

Dress to Protect Yourself

When hiking or camping, tuck your pant legs into your socks to prevent ticks from easily entering low to the ground. Use permethrin or an EPA-approved insect repellent containing DEET to deter ticks. If you’re going on a camping trip, you can treat your clothes with permethrin ahead of time.

Get Urgent Care Tick Removal Near You

If a tick has engorged or fed itself on your blood, you may need medical treatment for post-exposure prophylaxis for Lyme disease. AFC Clifton is a state-of-the-art medical center with compassionate staff and top-notch equipment. With deep expertise, you can count on AFC Clifton to help remove ticks and assess any bites quickly and effectively.