Mole Removal & Excision

Raised or flat, located on your face, back, chest or shoulders, moles can be a concern.Whether you were born with them or they appeared over time, moles (which physicians call “nevi”) aren’t always welcome guests on your skin. Reasons for removing them include the aesthetic (not everyone is fortunate enough to have a mole that resembles Cindy Crawford’s “beauty mark”) and the medical. Moles that are “atypical” are often removed out of an abundance of caution because moles of this type, asymmetrical with irregular boundaries, are sometimes precancerous.

Typically, moles are too deep to treat with a laser and they must be surgically excised (cut out). If you’re removing a mole for cosmetic reasons, it pays to remember that while surgical excision will certainly get rid of the mole, the trade-off is a scar in its place. It is therefore important—especially if the mole is prominently placed on your face—to have this procedure performed by someone who has excellent surgical skill and can minimize any resulting scar such as Dr. Yagoda.

During your consultation, Dr. Yagoda will discuss your treatment options as well as strategies for camouflaging any resulting scar.

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