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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 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 melanocytic naevi, is a spot on the skin that develops when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in . common moles may be at birth, they usually appear later in childhood 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 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 treatment with one of the consultant dermatologists, and 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 complications.

If you decide to go ahead with the procedure, we will book you in as soon as possible. The and normally take around 30 minutes in total.

Cosmetic mole 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 . A surgical blade is used to remove the mole down to beneath the of the skin leaving a pink indent that should fade with time.

Excision removal

Most suitable for larger moles where regrowth is a concern. is performed under local anaesthetic and the surgical removal of the mole along with a small border of normal surrounding skin. This 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 industry regulation

sk:n has delivered client care in dermatology, aesthetic and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most and dermatologists and doctors in the country, with many also for the NHS. We’re regulated by the Care in England, Health Wales and Health Improvement Scotland, so you can trust you’re in the best and safest place for mole at sk:n.

clinical innovation, training and safety protocols

Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of doctors and consultants, that form our Medical Standards Team. They design and enforce 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 assessment. 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 the consultant will:

Step 3

Start treatment. We always ensure all of our minor are within strict clinical protocols by our consultant dermatologists, or .

What our mole removal clients say

Went to the clinic as I was about a mole. Saw Dr Ciaron O Boyle. Can't praise him or the medical assistants high enough. Speedy diagnosis, professional and throughout. Would to anyone who has about skin or mole.

Pemberton

Pricing

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

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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 sunscreen regularly.

Consultant 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 doctors that can help check your moles and give you peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

You can have a mole 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 cosmetic reasons, unless your consultant feels there is a medical reason not to.

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

In the last few years, the NHS has reduced the type of "non-essential" treatments it delivers. This means that some procedures, such as mole removal, and warts, 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, (life-threatening or cancerous) will not generally be on the NHS.

Patients with have their costs usually by their insurance policy in full, to policy . We advise you to check with your provider prior to . For clients without health insurance, we offer a at £150.

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

There are several types of mole and each type has different . Melanocytic moles need to be and sent to the laboratory for histopathology. An excision of a mole with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a burning that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic 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 removals require local anaesthetic, but laser can be carried out with the application of anaesthetic creams.

Laser removal is described as like the flick of an 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 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 of defines 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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