Cosmetic Mole Removal

At Shade Skin Cancer Medicine we understand the importance of both aesthetics and health when it comes to skin lesions. In addition to our skin cancer services we also help our patients with the removal of moles and skin lesions for cosmetic purposes.

Not every mole or skin lesion is cancerous or precancerous, our highly skilled team of Doctors can also remove skin lesions which may also be of cosmetic concern. Our team consists of experienced GP skin cancer specialists who are highly skilled in mole assessment and removal procedures, resulting in minimal scarring.

In addition to being a cosmetic concern, some moles can be irritating, cause itchiness, rub against clothing, and bleed, especially those on the face.

Numerous moles and skin lesions can be treated with cosmetic mole removal, these include:

●      Raised non pigmented moles

●      Pigmented moles (non cancerous)

●      Seborrheic keratoses (often referred to as senile keratoses)

●      Raised birthmarks

●      Skin tags

●      Milia and sebaceous hyperplasia

●      Syringomas


As Shade Skin Cancer Medicine, all moles and skin lesions will be thoroughly examined in your consultation to ensure they are not precancerous or cancerous. In some cases a skin biopsy or full surgical excision may be required if your doctor is concerned. During the consultation your doctor will ensure a thorough treatment plan is tailored to your unique skin type and type of mole or skin lesion. We will ensure that the technique and technology used will optimise recovery, scarring and overall results.

FAQs

  • Prior to having a cosmetic mole removal, all patients will have a thorough consultation with a Doctor where they will assess the mole or lesion of concern and your goals of treatment. From here a treatment plan will be provided which will detail the removal process and expected recovery and outcome.

    Moles can be removed either surgically or by the use of cryotherapy, radiosurgery or diathermy. The most appropriate technique will be decided by your Doctor.

    Prior to removal a local anaesthetic will be injected to the area to ensure comfort. A dressing will be applied to the treated area immediately post treatment.

  • Our team provides comprehensive aftercare instructions to minimize complications and ensure full wound healing to optimise cosmetic outcomes. These instructions will be provided post procedure.  Aftercare following cosmetic mole removal is minimal and may involve the applications of aftercare creams or gels (such as stratamed) or surgical dressings. Normal activity can generally be resumed after the procedure and many return to work the same day.

    Recovery and healing can take up to a few months and in some cases subsequent treatments may be required for full removal of the lesion as deeper parts of the mole may remain in the skin (if full surgical excision is not performed). In some cases moles can recur and grow back. Small scars can result from the procedure which are often less noticeable than the original lesion/mole itself. Hypertrophic or keloid scarring is uncommon.

  • Full quotation for the procedure will be provided on consultation. Further information can be found on our Pricing section.

    Note that there are no Medicare rebates for cosmetic services.