A mole can be unsightly and can cause disturbance. But moles should be removed either because of potential health concerns. A person may also opt to remove moles because he or she does not want to have one or maybe due to cosmetic concerns. A doctor can perform mole removal surgery for whatever reason behind. This is a simple procedure and may cause a very little risk of complication and in some cases this kind of surgery can lead to minor scarring. What is good is that these scars can fade naturally in due time. If they don’t, there are some options that can fade and remove such scar.
Procedures on Removing the Mole
Procedure #1: Mole Biopsy
Your doctor needs to conduct first a mole biopsy wherein a small instrument is used to punch out a piece of the mole and have it tested at the laboratory. The results of the test will guide the dermatologist on how to remove the mole.
Procedure #2: Shave the Mole
The dermatologist will then shave the mole. If the mole is seen to protrude above the skin, the dermatologist uses a scalpel to level the mole leaving a white mark in its place as stated in the website A 2 Z of Health, Beauty and Fitness. In some instances, the mark is the color of the mole instead of white. According to CosmeticSurgery.com, the doctor makes use of an electrical instrument to cauterize the site to cease bleeding.
Procedure #3: Excise the Mole
More often than not if the mole is suspected to be cancerous it must be excised. The procedure involves cutting of the mole and the surrounding tissue so as to remove all mole cells. This should be performed by a professional doctor and as the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD) stated, mole excision involves multiple treatments called serial excision.
Procedure #4: Laser Surgery
Laser surgery is another method for mole removal but this is not recommended for cancerous mole, according to AOCD. This kind of surgery is used to burn off the mole but not effective for deeper moles. The end result is a minimal scar tissue.
Procedures on Healing of the Mole Scar
Procedure #1: Creams, Gels and Ointments
Your dermatologist can suggest some creams, gels or ointments to treat your scar. Such products are available over-the-counter or by prescription. These are said to be effective in removing scars whether from mole removal or from surgeries. Antihistamines and corticosteroids are known to be of significance in the relief of discomfort brought about by scars. Meanwhile, intralesoinal steroid shots, silicone gels and pressure dressings can help in minimizing the appearance of scars as noted by the Cleveland Clinic.
Procedure #2: Dermabrasion
The MayoClinic.com recommends dermabrasion wherein the top layer of the skin is removed with the use of wire brush. This way, the scars on the surface of the skin is totally removed thus lessening the appearance of deeper scars.
Procedure #3: Laser Treatment
There are series of laser treatments which doctors can perform to remove the scar tissue from the skin. In laser resurfacing, laser is being used to remove the outer layer of the skin while heating the layer beneath it. This process allows a new skin to grow as soon as the epidermis had healed. Multiple treatments are required to make the scars less visible. According to the Cleveland Clinic, less invasive laser treatments are also available wherein the outer layer of the skin is not damage and the dermis is merely heated to allow new skin growth.
Procedure #4: Scar Removal Surgery
Some of the scar surgeries that are available are excision surgery, laser surgery and skin grafts. Since scar can considerably fade in due time, the Cleveland Clinic suggests to wait for a year before considering surgery for scars.
Moles are only to be removed if they entail health danger. It is best to leave mole as it is if it is not bothersome to be relieved from predicaments of having mole scars then wanting to remove them.
