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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 for aesthetic or otherwise, sk:n will always put excellent 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 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 have between 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 removed for cosmetic reasons, you can book treatment with one of the consultant dermatologists, and at sk:n.

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

mole removal are available nationwide at sk:n.

Methods of mole removal

Laser removal

Most suitable for small, raised moles in areas where minimal 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 . A surgical blade is used to remove the mole down to slightly beneath the surface of the skin leaving a pink indent that should fade with time.

Excision removal

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

Why book mole removal at sk:n?

Unrivalled medical expertise and industry regulation

sk:n has client care in dermatology, aesthetic and laser for over 30 years. We work with the most and consultant dermatologists and doctors in the country, with many also working for the NHS. We’re regulated by the Care Quality Commission 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.

Leading clinical innovation, and safety protocols

Each clinic has a Medical Director with a wider team of and consultants, that form our Standards Team. They design and enforce our protocols, to ensure we’re at the forefront of innovation, maintain service 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 require a 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 within strict clinical by our experienced consultant dermatologists, doctors or .

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 assistants high enough. Speedy diagnosis, and considerate throughout. Would to anyone who has concerns about skin or mole.

Pemberton

Pricing

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

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

To secure an appointment, we will require a deposit. Your credit or debit card will be 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 between 11am and 3pm on sunny days, and to wear protective clothing in addition to using sunscreen regularly.

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

Frequently asked questions

asked questions

You can have a mole from anywhere on your body, including on your face. Our have years of in 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 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 . Sometimes a doctor may advise against because the risk of the benefit.

In the last few years, the NHS has the type of “non-essential” treatments it delivers. This means that some procedures, such as mole removal, and warts, verrucae and skin tag removal, can no longer be (administered) 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 on the NHS.

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

At sk:n you are in the safest hands. Our consultant dermatologists, doctors, and nurses have extensive training, and experience. We are trusted by the NHS, and more NHS referrals for mole removal than any other dermatology provider. During your consultation 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 of a mole with local anaesthetic: a sharp scratch and a burning sensation that lasts 1-20 seconds. Once the local anaesthetic starts working the will only feel but no pain.

nevi and compound nevi can be removed by excision, shave or laser. Excisions and shave removals require local anaesthetic, but laser treatment can be out with the application 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 . Usually, however, you will find that one treatment is enough.

The of Dermatologists defines Atypical Mole Management 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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