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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 removal for  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 naevi, is a spot on the skin that when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in clusters. common moles may be present 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 completely 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 leading consultant dermatologists, and at sk:n.

The 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 possible. The consultation and take around 30 minutes in total.

mole removal are at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most for small, raised moles in areas where minimal 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 anaesthetic. A surgical blade is used to remove the mole down to slightly the surface of the skin a pink indent that should fade with time.

removal

Most for larger moles where regrowth is a concern. is performed under local anaesthetic and involves the surgical removal of the mole along with a small border of normal 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?

medical and regulation

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

innovation, and safety protocols

Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of and consultants, that form our Medical Team. They design and enforce our clinical 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 assessment. All looking to have a mole will a consultation first. start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Start . We always ensure all of our minor surgeries are delivered within strict by our experienced consultant 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 assistants high enough. Speedy diagnosis, professional and considerate throughout. Would to anyone who has concerns about skin lesions or mole.

Beverly Pemberton

Pricing

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

To secure an appointment, we will require a . Your credit or debit card will be secured against your . 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 protecting your skin from the sun is crucial for skin health. advise to avoid direct sun exposure between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear clothing in addition to using .

Consultant at sk:n, , recommends 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 doctors that can help check your moles and give you peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

You can have a mole removed from anywhere on your body, including on your face. Our have years of experience in moles from the face and sensitive 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 moles for reasons, unless your feels there is a reason not to.

You will need to see a consultant for a consultation and review to discuss the . Sometimes a doctor Sunekos Revive may advise against procedures because the risk of scarring 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, or malignant, ( or cancerous) will not generally be on the NHS.

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

At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our consultant dermatologists, doctors, surgeons and nurses have training, qualifications and . We are trusted by the NHS, and receive more NHS for mole than any other . 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 . moles need to be and sent to the for histopathology. An of a mole injections with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the will only feel but no pain.

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

Laser 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 removed 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 Dermatologists defines 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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