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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 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 coloured spot on the skin that develops when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in clusters. Although common moles may be present at birth, they appear later in and 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 from around the age of 50.
Cosmetic or benign mole removal
Should you want a benign mole, cyst or other lesion removed for reasons, you can book with one of the leading dermatologists, and doctors at sk:n.
The will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, discuss the recommended 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 . The consultation and procedure normally 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 scarring 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 . 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.
removal
Most suitable for larger moles where regrowth is a concern. is performed under local 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?
expertise and regulation
sk:n has delivered unrivalled client care in dermatology, and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and consultant and doctors in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re regulated by the Care 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 innovation, training and safety protocols
Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of and consultants, that form our Team. They design and our clinical 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 . All looking to have a mole will require a consultation first. start from £250.
Step 2
Visit sk:n for your mole assessment. During this consultation the will:
Step 3
Start . We always ensure all of our minor are delivered within strict by our experienced 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 clients looking to have a mole removed will a first. We offer cosmetic mole removal services.
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 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 regularly.
Consultant 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 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 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 consultant feels there is a reason not to.
You will need to see a for a consultation and clinical review to discuss the . Sometimes a doctor may advise against procedures because the risk of the cosmetic benefit.
In the last few years, the NHS has reduced the type of "non-essential" it delivers. This means that some procedures, such as mole removal, and warts, verrucae 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 insurance policy in full, subject to policy conditions. We advise you to check with your prior to . For clients 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, and . We are by the NHS, and receive more NHS for mole removal than any other provider. During your consultation and treatment, we will any possible side effects and how to avoid them.
There are several types of mole and each type has different treatment options. moles need to be excised and sent to the laboratory for histopathology. An excision of a mole involves injections with local anaesthetic: a sharp and a that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the patient will only feel pulling but no pain.
Intradermal nevi and nevi can be by excision, shave or laser. and shave removals local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be out with the of creams.
Laser 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 anaesthetic 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 treatment session is enough.
The British Association of Dermatologists 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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