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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 excellent 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 develops when pigment cells called grow in clusters. Although common moles may be at birth, they usually appear later in and increase during years – most adults have 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 for cosmetic reasons, you can book treatment with one of the consultant dermatologists, surgeons and doctors at sk:n.

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

Cosmetic mole removal services are nationwide at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most for small, raised moles in areas where 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 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.

removal

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

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

medical expertise and industry regulation

sk:n has delivered unrivalled client care in dermatology, aesthetic and laser treatments for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and experienced consultant and doctors in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re by the Care Quality 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, 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 clients looking to have a mole removed will require a first. Consultations start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Start treatment. We always ensure all of our minor are delivered within strict by our dermatologists, doctors 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 recommend to anyone who has concerns about skin lesions or mole.

Pemberton

Pricing

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All looking to have a mole removed will a consultation first. We offer nationwide cosmetic mole services.

To secure an appointment, we will 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 exposure between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear protective clothing in addition to using .

dermatologist 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 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 have years of in removing 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 moles for cosmetic 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 removal. Sometimes a doctor may advise against because the risk of scarring outweighs the cosmetic benefit.

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

Patients with have their costs usually by their policy in full, subject to policy conditions. We advise you to check with your prior to booking. 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, and nurses have extensive training, qualifications and experience. We are by the NHS, and more NHS referrals for mole removal than any other provider. During your and treatment, we will any possible side and how to avoid them.

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

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

Laser removal is described as feeling like the flick of an band. If you are booked in for shave or 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 . Usually, however, you will find that one treatment session is enough.

The Association of defines Atypical 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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