Mole removal is a simple and precise procedure under local anesthesia. Scarring depends on mole size and method used.
Removal Methods:
- Surgical excision:
- Best method for suspicious moles — removed completely with safety margin.
- Cosmetic suturing — thin scar that fades over time.
- Specimen sent for histological examination.
- Shave excision:
- For raised benign moles — shaved with scalpel at skin level.
- No suturing — heals in 1-2 weeks.
- Very minimal scarring.
- Electrocautery:
- For small moles and skin tags.
- Quick — just minutes.
Minimizing Scarring:
- Cosmetic suturing with fine sutures.
- Scar cream (Silicone gel) after healing.
- SPF50 sunscreen on the scar to prevent pigmentation.
- Final result: after 6-12 months — barely visible scar.
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we choose the method that gives the best cosmetic result while maintaining safety.