Patients may want to have their mole(s) removed for cosmetic reasons or if a dermatologist determines they are in a certain area that requires a facial plastic surgeon for successful removal. There are several methods to remove moles.
Moles may be cut or shaved off so that they are flush with the skin, or a doctor might make a deeper cut to remove the entire mole and prevent it from coming back; this may require stitches.
Some extensive moles need to be treated with surgical removal and reconstruction, either in the office or in the operating room under sedation. These can be sent for pathology to ensure they are not precancerous or cancerous.
Call Aspen Facial Plastic Surgery at (801) 567-0516 for more information or to schedule an appointment.