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Mole removal
Book with the mole removal experts at sk:n, leading dermatology and skin clinics
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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 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 naevi, is a coloured spot on the skin that develops when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in clusters. Although common moles may be at birth, they usually appear later in childhood and during years – most adults usually have between 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 reasons, you can book with one of the consultant dermatologists, surgeons and at sk:n.
The consultant will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, 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 and take around 30 minutes 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 is a priority, such as the face. Laser mole removal uses light energy to break down the melanin 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 beneath the surface of the skin leaving a pink indent that should fade with time.
Excision removal
Most for larger moles where regrowth is a concern. is under local anaesthetic and the removal of the mole along with a small border of normal skin. This procedure a stitch to close the skin, leaving a small scar that will fade over time.
Why book mole removal at sk:n?
medical expertise and industry regulation
sk:n has delivered client care in dermatology, and laser for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and experienced consultant and doctors 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.
innovation, training and safety protocols
Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of doctors and consultants, that form our Medical Team. They design and enforce our protocols, to ensure we’re at the forefront of innovation, maintain 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 removed will a consultation first. Consultations start from £250.
Step 2
Visit sk:n for your mole . During this the will:
Step 3
Start . We always ensure all of our minor surgeries are delivered within strict clinical 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 medical high enough. Speedy diagnosis, and considerate throughout. Would recommend to anyone who has concerns about skin lesions or mole.
Beverly Pemberton
Pricing
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All looking to have a mole will require a first. We offer nationwide cosmetic mole .
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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 clothing in addition to using sunscreen .
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 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 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 moles for cosmetic reasons, unless your consultant feels there is a reason not to.
You will need to see a consultant for a and clinical review to discuss the removal. Sometimes a doctor may advise against because the risk of scarring the benefit.
In the last few years, the NHS has reduced the type of "non-essential" it . This means that some procedures, such as mole removal, and warts, and skin tag removal, can no longer be (administered) for free on the NHS. A mole that is not believed to be at risk, dysplastic or malignant, ( or cancerous) will not generally be removed on the NHS.
with have their costs usually covered by their policy in full, subject to policy conditions. We advise you to check with your provider prior to booking. For without health insurance, we offer a at £150.
At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our dermatologists, doctors, surgeons and nurses have extensive training, and experience. We are trusted by the NHS, and receive more NHS referrals for mole removal than any other dermatology . During your consultation and treatment, we will any possible side effects and how to avoid them.
There are several types of Mole Management and each type has different options. moles need to be 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 but no pain.
Intradermal nevi and compound nevi can be removed by excision, shave or laser. Excisions and shave removals local anaesthetic, but laser can be carried out with the application of topical creams.
Laser removal is described as feeling like the flick of an elastic band. If you are booked in for shave or removal, the area will be numbed with a local so you won’t feel anything.
When moles are 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 . Usually, however, you will find that one is enough.
The British of mole 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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