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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 services for  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 spot on the skin that develops when pigment cells called grow in clusters. Although common moles may be present at birth, they usually appear later in and during 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 treatment with one of the leading consultant dermatologists, and at sk:n.

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

Cosmetic mole services are available nationwide at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most suitable for small, raised moles in areas where scarring is a priority, such as the face. Laser mole 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 surgical blade is used to remove the mole down to beneath the surface of the skin a pink indent that should fade with time.

removal

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

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

and industry regulation

sk:n has delivered 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 regulated by the Care Commission in England, Health Inspectorate 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 Standards Team. They design and our clinical protocols, to ensure we’re at the forefront 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 will require a consultation first. Consultations start from £250.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Pemberton

Pricing

0% Finance Options Available – so you can spread the cost of your treatment

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

To secure an appointment, we will a deposit. Your credit or debit card details 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 protecting 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 sunscreen regularly.

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

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

You can have a mole removed from anywhere on your body, including on your face. Our have years of in removing 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 cosmetic reasons, unless your feels there is a reason not to.

You will need to see a for a consultation and clinical review to discuss the removal. Sometimes a doctor may advise against procedures because the risk of the 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, (life-threatening 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 . 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 consultant dermatologists, doctors, surgeons and nurses have extensive training, qualifications and . We are by the NHS, and more NHS for mole than any other dermatology provider. During your 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 and sent to the for histopathology. An excision of a mole involves with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a burning that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the will only feel pulling but no pain.

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

Laser removal is described as like the flick of an elastic 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 excised 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 treatment. Usually, however, you will find that one session is enough.

The British 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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