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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 services for aesthetic reasons or otherwise, sk:n will always put excellent 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 present at birth, they appear later in and increase during teenage years – most adults 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 dermatologists, and at sk:n.
The consultant will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, the 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 consultation and procedure normally take around 30 minutes in total.
Cosmetic mole services are available nationwide 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 melanin pigment within the mole.
Shave removal
Moles that from the skin can be ‘shaved’ off under local . A blade is used to remove the mole down to slightly beneath the of the skin a pink indent that should fade with time.
Excision removal
Most suitable for larger moles where regrowth is a . is under local anaesthetic and involves 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?
and industry regulation
sk:n has delivered unrivalled client care in dermatology, and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and experienced dermatologists and in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re regulated 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 at sk:n.
clinical innovation, and safety protocols
Each clinic has a Director with a wider team of and consultants, that form our Medical Team. They design and enforce our protocols, to ensure we’re at the forefront of innovation, maintain service 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 require a first. start from £250.
Step 2
Visit sk:n for your mole . During this the consultant will:
Step 3
Start treatment. We always ensure all of our minor are within strict clinical protocols by our consultant dermatologists, doctors or .
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 assistants high enough. Speedy diagnosis, professional and considerate throughout. Would recommend to anyone who has about skin or mole.
Pemberton
Pricing
0% Finance Options Available – so you can spread the cost of your treatment
All clients looking to have a mole removed will require a consultation first. We offer cosmetic mole removal services.
To secure an appointment, we will a deposit. Your credit or debit card will be 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 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 in addition to using sunscreen .
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 that can help check your moles and give you peace of mind.
Frequently asked questions
asked questions
You can have a mole removed from anywhere on your body, on your face. Our doctors have years of 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 the removal. Sometimes a doctor may advise against procedures because the risk of outweighs the .
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) 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.
Patients with have their costs usually covered by their insurance policy in full, to policy . We advise you to check with your prior to booking. 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 more NHS referrals for mole removal than any other dermatology . 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 treatment . moles need to be and sent to the laboratory for histopathology. An of a mole injections with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a burning sensation that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local starts working the will only feel but no pain.
nevi and nevi can be removed by excision, shave or laser. Excisions and shave removals local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be 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 excision removal, the area will be numbed with a local 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 . Usually, however, you will find that one treatment is enough.
The British Association of Dermatologists Atypical 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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