Boca Raton Mole Removal
Human skin and the development of moles go together — the average person has between 10 and 40 moles, most of which develop in early adulthood before the age of 30. The vast majority of these are harmless, but some, called dysplastic moles, are precursor lesions of melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer. That’s why it’s important for you to keep an eye on your moles, watching for changes.
At Rendon Center Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine, our board-certified dermatologists remove moles, mostly for cosmetic reasons, but also when the moles are dysplastic.
Benefits of Mole Removal
As mentioned above, we all have at least a few moles. They’re typically harmless, and you don’t need to do a thing about them. But most of us, short of the famous American model Cindy Crawford, don’t like seeing moles on our faces or other high-profile locations. Also, some moles are in just the right spot to continually be brushed by clothing, which can make them sensitive or even bleed. We can take off these cosmetic nuisances at Rendon Center.
Those are voluntary mole removals for cosmetic reasons. If a mole is displaying signs of change, they need to be at least thoroughly checked, and likely removed, as they could be a future melanoma.
Our Process of Mole Removals
Most moles don’t require any treatment. But they may be cosmetically unappealing or uncomfortable when they rub on your clothing, and you may want the mole surgically removed. Obviously, moles that are showing signs of possible melanoma need to be removed and examined.
Removing a mole takes just a few minutes. At Rendon Center, our board-certified dermatologists remove moles in three ways:
- Excision — Some moles can be shaved off with a blade. Other moles with cells under the skin will require a deeper incision to remove the entire mole and prevent it from returning. This may require a couple stitches to close.
- Freezing — Liquid nitrogen can be sprayed or swabbed onto the mole. This freezes the mole’s cells, and they die. The mole will peel off in a week or two.
- Burning — An electric current that heats a wire can be used to burn off moles. Larger moles may take more than one treatment to fully remove them.
None of these methods is difficult, but the area will be numbed with local anesthetic prior to removing the mole.
FAQs about Mole Removal
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For more information on mole removal with Rendon Center for Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine or to schedule an appointment, call us today at 561-750-0544 or contact us online. Our practice serves Boca Raton, FL and the surrounding areas.
