Mole Removal in Essex

Most people feel pressure rather than pain as the area is numbed with a local anaesthetic before your practitioner begins. There may be some mild discomfort once the anaesthetic wears off, but this usually settles quickly.

Every removal leaves some mark on the skin. But not to worry – your practitioner chooses a method aimed at minimal scarring, so most people are left with a small scar that fades over time.

How noticeable it is depends on the mole’s size, depth and location.

Shave excision removes the raised part of a mole level with the surrounding skin and doesn’t usually need stitches.

Surgical excision removes the mole and a small margin of surrounding tissue, and is more likely to need a stitch or two.

Your practitioner will recommend whichever suits your mole best at consultation.

Most people notice the area settling within 48 to 72 hours, but full healing can take a little longer.

Your practitioner will give you aftercare advice before you leave, and most people are back to normal activities the same day.

It’s possible in a small number of cases for some pigment to return to the treated area, though most removed moles don’t come back.

If you notice any changes in the area after treatment, get in touch, and we can take a look.