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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. Whether you choose mole removal for aesthetic reasons or otherwise, sk:n will always put excellent patient care at the heart of what we do.

What is a mole?

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

Cosmetic or benign mole removal

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

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

mole removal services are available at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most 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 pigment within the mole.

Shave removal

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

Excision removal

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

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

Unrivalled expertise and industry regulation

sk:n has delivered client care in dermatology, aesthetic and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and experienced and in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re by the Care Commission in England, Health Inspectorate Wales and Health 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 with a wider team of and consultants, that form our Medical Team. They design and our protocols, to ensure we’re at the forefront of innovation, service excellence and the highest levels of safety.

Three simple steps to having your mole removed

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

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 medical assistants high enough. Speedy diagnosis, professional and throughout. Would recommend to anyone who has about skin or mole.

Pemberton

Pricing

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

To secure an appointment, we will require a . 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 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 clothing in addition to using .

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 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 removing 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 cosmetic reasons, unless your consultant feels there is a medical reason not to.

You will need to see a consultant for a and clinical review to discuss the . 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 . This means that some procedures, such as mole removal, and warts, 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 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 Pre-Procedure 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 trusted by the NHS, and receive more NHS referrals for mole removal than any other dermatology provider. 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 options. Melanocytic moles need to be and sent to the for . An excision of a mole involves injections with local anaesthetic: a sharp and a burning sensation that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the patient will only feel but no pain.

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

Laser removal is described as like the flick of an elastic band. If you are booked in for shave or 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 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 is enough.

The British of defines Atypical Mole Management 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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