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Get your moles checked and removed by leading dermatologists

If you don’t like the look of your mole, or there has been a change in the shape, size, colour and texture, we can check to see if biopsy is needed or we can remove it for you. Whether you choose mole removal for aesthetic or otherwise, sk:n will always put patient care at the heart of what we do.

What is a mole?

A common mole, or melanocytic naevi, is a coloured spot on the skin that develops when pigment cells called grow in clusters. Although common moles may be present at birth, they usually appear later in childhood and during teenage years – most adults usually have 10 and 40 on their body. During pregnancy, moles often get darker and they can fade away completely from around the age of 50.

Cosmetic or benign mole removal

Should you want a benign mole, cyst or other lesion removed for cosmetic reasons, you can book treatment with one of the leading dermatologists, surgeons and doctors at sk:n.

The consultant will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, discuss the recommended procedure and costs, recovery, likely outcomes, and any risks and .

If you decide to go ahead with the procedure, we will book you in as soon as possible. The and normally take around 30 minutes in total.

Cosmetic mole services are nationwide at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most for small, raised moles in areas where scarring is a priority, such as the face. Laser mole uses light energy to break down the melanin pigment within the mole.

Shave removal

Moles that from the skin can be ‘shaved’ off under local . A surgical blade is used to remove the mole down to slightly beneath the surface of the skin leaving a pink indent that should fade with time.

removal

Most for larger moles where is a concern. is performed under local anaesthetic and the surgical removal of the mole along with a small border of normal surrounding skin. This procedure requires a stitch to close the skin, leaving a small scar that will fade over time.

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

Unrivalled expertise and regulation

sk:n has unrivalled client care in dermatology, and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most and consultant dermatologists and doctors in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re by the Care in England, Health Wales and Health Improvement Scotland, so you can trust you’re in the best and safest place for mole at sk:n.

Leading clinical innovation, training and safety protocols

Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of doctors and consultants, that form our Medical Standards Team. They design and our clinical protocols, to ensure we’re at the of innovation, maintain service excellence and the highest levels of safety.

Three simple steps to having your mole removed

Step 1

Book a mole assessment. All clients looking to have a mole removed will require a first. Consultations start from £250.

Step 2

Visit sk:n for your mole assessment. During this the will:

Step 3

Start treatment. We always ensure all of our minor surgeries are delivered within strict clinical by our dermatologists, or surgeons.

What our mole removal clients say

Went to the clinic as I was concerned about a mole. Saw Dr Ciaron O Boyle. Can’t praise him or the high enough. Speedy diagnosis, professional and throughout. Would to anyone who has concerns about skin or mole.

Pemberton

Pricing

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All clients looking to have a mole will require a consultation first. We offer nationwide mole .

To secure an appointment, we will require a deposit. Your credit or debit card details will be secured against your . Please refer to our for more information.

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How to best look after your moles

Sun is the main cause of skin cancers, so protecting your skin from the sun is for skin health. advise to avoid direct sun exposure between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear clothing in addition to using regularly.

Consultant dermatologist at sk:n, , recommends using at least an with a UVB and UVA star rating of 4 or 5:

“Sunscreen should be applied 15 to 30 minutes before going outside and should be reapplied every two hours. Regular self-monitoring of your moles to look for any changes in colour, shape or size is also recommended. Warning signs for cancerous changes from existing or new moles/freckles can be easily remembered using the ABCDE rule outlined below:”

If you notice any of these changes, you should seek advice from a doctor. At sk:n we have experienced doctors that can help check your moles and give you peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions

You can have a mole from anywhere on your body, including on your face. Our doctors have years of experience in removing moles from the face and sensitive and places.

Yes of course, it is possible. Unlike the NHS, who will only remove moles if they are potentially dangerous, at sk:n, we are used to moles for cosmetic reasons, unless your consultant feels there is a medical reason not to.

You will need to see a for a consultation and clinical review to discuss the removal. Sometimes a doctor may advise against because the risk of scarring the cosmetic benefit.

In the last few years, the NHS has reduced the type of “non-essential” treatments it delivers. This means that some procedures, such as mole removal, and warts, verrucae and skin tag removal, can no longer be (administered) for free on the NHS. A mole that is not believed to be at risk, or malignant, ( or cancerous) will not generally be on the NHS.

with have their costs usually covered by their insurance policy in full, subject to policy conditions. We advise you to check with your provider prior to . For without health insurance, we offer a Consultation at £150.

At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our leading consultant dermatologists, doctors, surgeons and nurses have extensive training, and experience. We are by the NHS, and receive more NHS for mole removal than any other dermatology . During your consultation and treatment, we will explain any possible side effects and how to avoid them.

There are several types of mole and each type has different treatment . Melanocytic moles need to be excised and sent to the laboratory for . An excision of a mole involves injections with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a sensation that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the will only feel pulling but no pain.

nevi and compound nevi can be removed by excision, shave or laser. Excisions and shave removals require local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be out with the application of creams.

Laser is described as feeling like the flick of an elastic band. If you are booked in for shave or excision removal, the area will be numbed with a local anaesthetic so you won’t feel anything.

When moles are excised they will not recur.

If moles are by shave or laser There is a very small chance that your mole might reappear after having it removed, as a few mole cells may remain in the skin. If this is the case, we will book you in for further treatment. Usually, however, you will find that one treatment session is enough.

The British Association of mole syndrome as “a disorder of the skin which is seen in approximately 2% of the population. It is defined when an individual has more than 50 moles composed of melanocytes (pigment producing skin cells) present on their skin, and three or more are atypical (unusual) in their appearance, e.g. size and shape.”

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