Shave removal
Selected raised, benign moles may be shaved under local anaesthetic. Tissue can be sent for examination. Some cells may remain, so regrowth is possible.
Thinking about mole removal?
Start with a skin check.
Whether a mole catches on clothing or has changed, an examination comes first. Understand what it is, whether removal is needed and how the area may heal.
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Years of experienceWhat is mole removal?
Moles form from groups of pigment-producing cells. They may be flat or raised and range from skin-coloured to dark brown. Most are harmless and can be left alone.
Removal may be considered for repeated irritation, a cosmetic preference or a concern that needs tissue testing. A dermatologist checks the lesion before choosing a method.
Has the mole changed?
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A new or changing mark
Book an assessment for changes in shape, colour or size, or a spot that looks different from your other moles. Small spots can also need checking.
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Bleeding, itching or crusting
Mention these symptoms, even if you think clothing or shaving caused them. Do not cover up a persistent change with a cosmetic treatment.
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Your skin history matters
Tell the dermatologist about previous skin cancers, family history and when the mark appeared. Older photographs can help explain changes.
How can a mole be removed?
Surgical excision
The lesion is cut out to the required depth, often with stitches to close the skin. This can provide a fuller tissue sample when diagnosis requires it.
Observation is also an option. A suspicious lesion needs the right biopsy or referral; laser, freezing or cautery should not replace a needed tissue sample.
OUR PROCEDURE
What happens at your appointment?
STEP 01
Examine and plan
- Check the lesion
The clinician may use a dermatoscope and discuss observation, removal or further investigation.
- Agree the next steps
Discuss the likely scar, tissue testing, medicines, allergies and healing history. Do not stop prescribed medicines without advice.
STEP 02
Clean, numb and treat
- Comfort and technique
Local anaesthetic numbs the area; the injection may sting. The clinician uses the agreed method and controls any bleeding.
- Protect the wound
Stitches or a dressing may be needed. You receive a wound-care plan and any follow-up arrangements.
STEP 03
Check healing and findings
- Get the result
If tissue was tested, ask when and how you will receive the report. Further care depends on the findings.
- Attend follow-up
Keep any wound-review or stitch-removal appointment. A mole that returns should be examined again.
Help the area heal.
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Follow the wound-care plan
Clean gently and use the advised ointment and dressing. Avoid picking or soaking the wound while it heals; ask when to resume sport and swimming.
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Expect a healing mark
A scar, temporary colour change, soreness or bleeding can occur. Healing varies with the site and method. Once healed, protect exposed skin from the sun.
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Know when to call
Increasing pain, warmth, swelling, discharge or persistent bleeding needs medical advice. Report a new growth or pigment appearing in the treated area.
Different growths need different care.
Warts
Viral warts are different from pigment-cell moles. Assessment helps choose the right approach.
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Milia
Tiny white keratin cysts are another kind of skin bump, often managed with simple care.
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Was the mark present from birth?
Birthmarks and congenital moles
A mole present from birth may need a monitoring or specialist plan based on its size, location and changes. Removing its colour is not the same as assessing the whole lesion.
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01Does every mole need removal?
No. A benign mole that is not troublesome may be left alone. Your preference, symptoms and the examination guide the decision.
02Can I choose laser removal?
Diagnosis comes before the device. Destructive methods can leave no sample for testing and may allow regrowth. Ask why the proposed method is appropriate; a suspicious lesion needs diagnostic care.
03Will removal leave a scar?
Any removal can leave a scar or colour change. The size, location, method and your healing history affect the result. Scar-free healing cannot be guaranteed.
04Will I need stitches?
Shave removal often heals without stitches. Excision commonly needs closure with stitches. The clinician will explain what applies to your lesion.
05Is the procedure painful?
Local anaesthetic is commonly used. The injection can sting and the area may feel sore afterwards. Tell the clinician if you feel pain during removal.
06Will the mole be tested?
Tissue examination is important when the diagnosis needs confirmation. Before removal, ask whether a sample will be sent and how the findings will be shared.
07Can a mole grow back?
Yes, especially after partial removal. Do not assume a recurring mark is harmless; arrange another examination.
08Can I use a home mole-removal product?
Do not cut, burn or apply acids to a mole at home. This can cause a wound or scar and delay diagnosis of a concerning lesion.
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