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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 Management removal services for  reasons 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 naevi, is a spot on the skin that when pigment cells called melanocytes grow in clusters. Although common moles may be at birth, they 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 reasons, you can book treatment with one of the leading consultant dermatologists, and doctors at sk:n.

The 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 . The consultation and procedure normally take around 30 in total.

Cosmetic mole removal are nationwide 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 protrude from the skin can be ‘shaved’ off under local anaesthetic. 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 for larger moles where regrowth is a concern. Excision is performed under local and involves the surgical of the mole along with a small border of normal 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 medical expertise and regulation

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

Leading innovation, and safety protocols

Each clinic has a 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 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 removed will a first. Consultations start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Start treatment. We always ensure all of our minor surgeries are within strict clinical protocols by our experienced consultant dermatologists, 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 high enough. Speedy diagnosis, professional and considerate throughout. Would recommend 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 first. We offer nationwide mole services.

To secure an appointment, we will require a deposit. 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 protecting your skin from the sun is crucial for skin health. advise to avoid direct sun exposure between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear protective in addition to using sunscreen .

Consultant at sk:n, , 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 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, including on your face. Our have years of experience in removing 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 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 consultation and clinical review to discuss the . Sometimes a doctor may advise against procedures because the risk of the .

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, 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 on the NHS.

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

At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our consultant dermatologists, doctors, and nurses have training, qualifications and . We are trusted by the NHS, and receive more NHS referrals for mole than any other . 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 excised and sent to the for histopathology. An excision of a mole injections with local anaesthetic: a sharp and a burning sensation that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the patient will only feel but no pain.

nevi and nevi can be removed by excision, shave or laser. Excisions and shave removals require local anaesthetic, but laser can be out with the application of topical 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 anaesthetic so you won’t feel anything.

When moles are excised they will not recur.

If moles are 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 treatment. Usually, however, you will find that one is enough.

The British Association of 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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