Private Mole Removal

FAQs

What is a mole and what causes them? 

A mole is a discoloured spot or growth that develops when the pigment cells in your skin all develop in one small cluster. Most moles are a darker shade than the rest of your skin, usually black or brown, but they can also be red, pink, or even blue. Some moles are flat while others are raised. They are usually round, but some can take different shapes as well. Not all moles change, but the ones that do change slowly over the years may get bigger, darker, raised, or hairier as time passes.

What is the Mole Removal Surgery process?

Our private mole removal clinic has state of the art equipment and comfortable and modern amenities. Our staff are professional and friendly and are there to assist you in any way they can. 

We offer two types of mole removal: excision and shave.

Excision mole removal is done under local anaesthetic and the clinician uses a scalpel to cut away the mole along with a small border of skin. If necessary, the hole will be closed with stitches and then dressed. Moles may be sent to our laboratory for histology if necessary and your clinician will discuss all of this with you during your initial consultation.

Shave mole removal is performed by shaving the mole from the surface of the skin. The wound is then cauterised to seal it and stop any bleeding. This procedure removes raised moles but it can also leave a few cells behind. It is relatively straightforward and painless and doesn’t require stitches.

Your clinician will advise you which removal method is best for your mole during your consultation. 

As part of your assessment process for moles, we undertake skin dermoscopy, a type of skin microscope which allows us to differentiate between benign moles and skin cancers. If you are wanting to get a mole removed because you are afraid it may be cancerous, we can check before starting the procedure so you can make an informed decision about the removal. There is no obligation to have the procedure after the consultation is completed.

Please note, mole removal surgery is only available to people aged 18 and over.

What if you have more than one mole?

Our clinicians can remove multiple moles in your appointment. If you need longer than the booked appointment time we will assist you in booking a further appointment at a time convenient to you.

The cost of multiple removals will be confirmed to you before the procedure so you can decide if you wish to proceed. There are no hidden fees for multiple mole removals.

How do I book a Private Mole Removal?

It’s easy to book your private mole removal with our plastic surgeon led team, choose to fill in the contact form, email your enquiry to [email protected] or call our reception team on 0333 9000 010. 

Summerfield Healthcare’s medical reception team are specially trained to deal with all enquiries in a professional, prompt and private manner.