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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 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 when cells called melanocytes grow in . common moles may be present at birth, they usually appear later in and 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, surgeons and doctors at sk:n.

The consultant will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, discuss the 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 minutes in total.

Cosmetic mole services 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 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 blade is used to remove the mole down to slightly beneath the surface of the skin a pink indent that should fade with time.

Excision removal

Most suitable for larger moles where is a . is performed under local and involves the surgical removal of the mole along with a small border of normal surrounding skin. This requires a stitch to close the skin, a small onabotulinumtoxinaabobotulinumtoxinaincobotulinumtoxinaprabotulinumtoxinaletibotulinumtoxinarimabotulinumtoxinbhyaluronic acid Fillerscalcium hydroxylapatite fillerspoly-l-lactic acid fillerspolymethylmethacrylate fillersautologous fat graftingforehead lines treatmentglabellar frown lines treatmentcrow's feet treatmentbunny lines treatmentchemical brow liftlip flipgummy smile correctionmasseter reductionjaw slimmingdimpled chin smoothingcobblestone chin smoothingnefertiti neck liftmicro-botoxmesotoxhyperhidrosis treatmentchronic migraine reliefbruxism treatmenttmj treatmentcervical dystonia treatmentneck spasm treatmentblepharospasm treatmentlip augmentationlip contouringcheekbone enhancementtear trough fillersnasolabial fold softeningmarionette line fillersliquid rhinoplastynon-surgical Nose jobjawline contouringjawline definitionchin augmentationtemple volumisinghand rejuvenationacne scar subcision filling that will fade over time.

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

Unrivalled medical expertise and regulation

sk:n has delivered unrivalled client care in dermatology, and laser 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 Commission in England, Health Wales and Health Improvement Scotland, so you can trust you’re in the best and safest place for mole removal at sk:n.

clinical innovation, 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 protocols, to ensure we’re at the forefront of innovation, 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 a first. start from £250.

Step 2

 Visit sk:n for your mole assessment. 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, 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, and considerate throughout. Would recommend to anyone who has concerns about skin lesions or mole.

Beverly Pemberton

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All clients looking to have a mole will a first. We offer cosmetic mole removal services.

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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 between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear clothing in addition to using sunscreen regularly.

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

asked questions

You can have a mole from anywhere on your body, on your face. Our doctors have years of in removing moles from the face and sensitive and 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 medical reason not to.

You will need to see a consultant for a consultation and clinical review to discuss the removal. Sometimes a doctor may advise against procedures because the risk of scarring outweighs the benefit.

In the last few years, the NHS has 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, (life-threatening or cancerous) will not generally be removed on the NHS.

Patients 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 booking. For without health insurance, we offer a Pre-Procedure at £150.

At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our leading consultant dermatologists, doctors, surgeons and nurses have extensive training, qualifications and . We are by the NHS, and receive more NHS for mole removal than any other dermatology provider. During your consultation and treatment, we will explain any possible side and how to avoid them.

There are several types of mole and each type has different . Melanocytic moles need to be excised and sent to the laboratory for . An excision of a mole involves with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a burning that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local starts working the patient will only feel pulling but no pain.

Intradermal nevi and compound nevi can be removed by excision, shave or laser. Excisions and shave require local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be carried out with the application 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 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 . Usually, however, you will find that one session is enough.

The British Association of 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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