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Mole removal

Book with the mole experts at sk:n, leading dermatology and skin clinics

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thousands of successful mole removal treatments

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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 services for aesthetic reasons 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 spot on the skin that when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in . Although common moles may be at birth, they appear later in childhood and increase during years – most adults usually 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 reasons, you can book treatment with one of the dermatologists, surgeons and doctors at sk:n.

The consultant will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, 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 possible. The and procedure normally take around 30 in total.

Cosmetic mole are nationwide at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most suitable for small, raised moles in areas where 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 protrude 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 a pink indent that should fade with time.

removal

Most for larger moles where regrowth is a concern. Excision is under local anaesthetic and involves the removal of the mole along with a small border of normal surrounding skin. This requires a stitch to close the skin, leaving a small scar that will fade over time.

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

Unrivalled medical expertise and regulation

sk:n has unrivalled client care in dermatology, aesthetic and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and experienced consultant and in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re regulated by the Care in England, Health Inspectorate Wales and Health Improvement 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 enforce our clinical protocols, to ensure we’re at the forefront of innovation, maintain 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 require a consultation first. Consultations start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Start treatment. We always ensure all of our minor are delivered within strict clinical by our 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, professional and considerate throughout. Would recommend to anyone who has concerns about skin lesions or mole.

Pemberton

Pricing

0% Finance 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 services.

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

Consultant dermatologist 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 experienced 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, on your face. Our doctors have years of experience in removing 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 cosmetic reasons, unless your feels there is a reason not to.

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

with insurance have their costs usually covered by their insurance policy in Full Body Mole Check, to policy . We advise you to check with your prior to . For without health insurance, we offer a Consultation 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 than any other dermatology 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. Melanocytic moles need to be and sent to the laboratory for histopathology. An excision of a mole involves with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch 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. Excisions and shave require local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be carried out with the application of anaesthetic creams.

Laser removal is described as feeling like the flick of an 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 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 treatment. Usually, however, you will find that one is enough.

The of 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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