I had a very slightly raised mole about the same diameter as a pencil eraser removed from my cheek via radio surgery. Currently it is bright pink and there is a fairly good sized divot where the mole used to be. Will that eventually fill in some or will it be like that permanently? Thanks.
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Yoash R. Enzer, MD, FACS - Account Suspended says:
Definitely do not freeze off a mole. It should be shaved flat if there are no concerning signs for cancer. If done properly this will not leave a scar. It could grow back because the "root" of the mole is still in the skin. If there is any question about...
This mole is relatively straightforward to remove and requires only local anesthesia. I would recommend that your physician have it evaluated as a specimen by a pathologist.
HI thank you for your question. There may be a number of ways to remove this with consideration given to minimising the scar and downtime but its best reviewed by a plastic surgeon to discuss this in person. Make sure they are board certified.Best wishes.