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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 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 melanocytic naevi, is a coloured spot on the skin that when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in . Although common moles may be present at birth, they usually 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 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 with one of the consultant dermatologists, surgeons and doctors at sk:n.

The consultant 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 possible. The consultation and procedure take around 30 minutes in total.

mole removal services are available at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most 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 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 a pink indent that should fade with time.

removal

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

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

Unrivalled expertise and regulation

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

Leading innovation, and safety protocols

Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of and consultants, that form our Medical Standards Team. They design and enforce our 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 first. Consultations start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

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, and throughout. Would recommend to anyone who has concerns about skin or mole.

Pemberton

Pricing

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

To secure an appointment, we will a deposit. Your credit or debit card will be secured against your . 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 exposure between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear protective in addition to using regularly.

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

Frequently asked questions

asked questions

You can have a mole removed from anywhere on your body, on your face. Our doctors have years of 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 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 clinical review to discuss the removal. Sometimes a doctor may advise against because the risk of scarring the benefit.

In the last few years, the NHS has reduced the type of "non-essential" it . 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, or malignant, ( or cancerous) will not generally be removed on the NHS.

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

At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our leading dermatologists, doctors, surgeons and nurses have training, and . We are trusted by the NHS, and more NHS referrals for Mole Management removal than any other 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 treatment options. Melanocytic moles need to be excised and sent to the laboratory for histopathology. An of a mole with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a burning sensation that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the will only feel pulling but no pain.

nevi and nevi can be removed by excision, shave or laser. and shave removals require local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be carried out with the application of topical anaesthetic creams.

Laser removal is described as 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 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 treatment. Usually, however, you will find that one treatment session is enough.

The British of defines 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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