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Mole removal

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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. you choose mole services for or otherwise, sk:n will always put excellent care at the heart of what we do.

What is a mole?

A common mole, or naevi, is a coloured spot on the skin that when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in clusters. Although common moles may be present at birth, they appear later in and increase during teenage years – most adults usually have between 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 consultant dermatologists, surgeons and doctors at sk:n.

The consultant will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, the 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 consultation and normally take around 30 in total.

mole removal are available nationwide at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

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

Shave removal

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

Excision removal

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

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

Unrivalled medical and regulation

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

clinical innovation, training and safety protocols

Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of and consultants, that form our Medical Standards Team. They design and our 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. start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Start . We always ensure all of our minor are within strict protocols by our consultant dermatologists, doctors or .

What our mole removal clients say

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

Pemberton

Pricing

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

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

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How to best look after your moles

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

dermatologist at sk:n, , using at least an with a UVB and UVA protection 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, on your face. Our doctors have years of experience in moles from the face and and hard-to-reach 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 removing moles for reasons, unless your feels there is a medical reason not to.

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

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

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

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

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

Intradermal nevi and nevi can be by excision, shave or laser. and shave removals local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be carried out with the of anaesthetic creams.

Laser removal is described as like the flick of an 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 removed by shave or laser There is a very small chance that your mole might 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 of Dermatologists Atypical 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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