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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 services for aesthetic or otherwise, sk:n will always put 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 cells called grow in . Although common moles may be present 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 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 leading consultant dermatologists, surgeons 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 .
If you decide to go ahead with the procedure, we will book you in as soon as possible. The consultation and procedure normally take around 30 in total.
mole are nationwide at sk:n.
Methods of mole removal
Laser removal
Most suitable 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 protrude from the skin can be ‘shaved’ off under local . A surgical blade is used to remove the mole down to beneath the surface of the skin leaving a pink indent that should fade with time.
Excision removal
Most suitable for larger moles where regrowth is a concern. Excision is performed under local anaesthetic and involves the surgical removal of the mole along with a small border of normal surrounding skin. This procedure a stitch to close the skin, a small scar that will fade over time.
Why book mole removal at sk:n?
Unrivalled expertise and industry regulation
sk:n has delivered client care in dermatology, and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and experienced dermatologists and doctors in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re by the Care Quality Commission in England, Health Wales and Health Scotland, so you can trust you’re in the best and safest place for mole at sk:n.
Leading clinical innovation, and safety protocols
Each clinic has a Medical with a wider team of doctors and consultants, that form our Medical Standards Team. They design and our 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 first. Consultations 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 clinical by our experienced 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 throughout. Would recommend to anyone who has concerns about skin lesions or mole.
Pemberton
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All looking to have a mole removed will a first. We offer nationwide cosmetic mole removal services.
To secure an appointment, we will require a . 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 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 protective in addition to using .
Consultant dermatologist 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 from anywhere on your body, on your face. Our doctors have years of experience in moles from the face and 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 moles for reasons, unless your feels there is a medical reason not to.
You will need to see a consultant for a consultation and clinical review to discuss the . Sometimes a doctor may advise against procedures because the risk of outweighs the .
In the last few years, the NHS has the type of "non-essential" treatments 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.
Patients with have their costs usually by their insurance policy in full, subject to policy . We advise you to check with your provider prior to booking. For clients without health insurance, we offer a at £150.
At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our leading consultant dermatologists, doctors, and nurses have extensive training, qualifications and experience. We are trusted by the NHS, and receive more NHS for mole than any other provider. During your consultation and treatment, we will explain any possible side effects and how to avoid them.
There are several types of mole and each type has different options. Melanocytic moles need to be excised 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 starts working the patient will only feel but no pain.
Intradermal nevi and nevi can be by excision, shave or laser. Excisions and shave require local anaesthetic, but laser can be carried 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 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 is enough.
The British Association of Dermatologists defines 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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