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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 care at the heart of what we do.

What is a mole?

A common Mole management, or melanocytic naevi, is a coloured spot on the skin that develops when cells called grow in . Although common moles may be present at birth, they usually appear later in and increase during teenage years – most adults usually 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 with one of the leading consultant dermatologists, surgeons and doctors at sk:n.

The consultant will check your mole to ensure biopsy is not necessary, discuss the 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 consultation and normally take around 30 minutes in total.

Cosmetic mole removal services are available nationwide at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most for small, raised moles in areas where 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 anaesthetic. A blade is used to remove the mole down to the of the skin a pink indent that should fade with time.

Excision removal

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

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

medical and industry regulation

sk:n has client care in dermatology, aesthetic and laser for over 30 years. We work with the most skilled and consultant and doctors in the country, with many also working 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.

clinical innovation, training and safety protocols

Each clinic has a Medical with a wider team of doctors and consultants, that form our Medical Team. They design and enforce our clinical protocols, to ensure we’re at the of innovation, and the highest levels of safety.

Three simple steps to having your mole removed

Step 1

Book a mole . All clients looking to have a mole removed will a first. start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Start . We always ensure all of our minor are delivered within strict protocols by our dermatologists, doctors 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 medical high enough. Speedy diagnosis, professional and throughout. Would to anyone who has concerns about skin lesions or mole.

Beverly Pemberton

Pricing

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All clients looking to have a mole removed will require a consultation first. We offer nationwide cosmetic mole removal .

To secure an appointment, we will require a . Your credit or debit card details 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 for skin health. Experts advise to avoid direct sun between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear protective clothing in addition to using .

Consultant dermatologist at sk:n, , 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 that can help check your moles and give you peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions

You can have a mole removed from anywhere on your body, including on your face. Our doctors have years of experience in moles from the face and sensitive 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 consultant feels there is a medical reason not to.

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

In the last few years, the NHS has reduced the type of “non-essential” 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, ( 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 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 dermatologists, doctors, and nurses have training, qualifications and . We are trusted by the NHS, and more NHS referrals 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 treatment . Melanocytic moles need to be and sent to the for histopathology. An excision of a mole involves injections with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a burning sensation that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local starts working the patient 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 application of topical anaesthetic creams.

Laser removal is described as feeling like the flick of an band. If you are booked in for shave or excision 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 treatment is enough.

The British Association of Dermatologists 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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