Can Laser Be Used for Mole Removal? Doctor Answers, Tips
Mole Removal: Q&A
Ask a Question

Can Laser Be Used for Mole Removal?

My son has several flat moles on his face and would like them removed. Can this be done with laser?

He is 17 and his self-conscious about having so many moles on his face. What would be the best way to address this?

Tags:
2 Doctor Answers | Asked by toni1970 in camarillo, ca
+2

Proceed very carefully with laser for mole removal

For the most part lasers and light sources are not used to treat or remove moles. In special circumstances when moles are flat and there is absolutely no concern that they may be pre malignant or malignant and when there is no chance that they may become malignant over time lasers may be used to lighten them. Too frequently we see patients who have had atypical moles treated with lasers or moles that look much worse after treatment with whitening and scars left where then mole used to be.... more
+1

Mole removal

It is not recommended to have moles removed with lasers. If the mole is flat, it should be removed by complete surgical excision.

You might also like...

Real Stories

The Mole Grew Back After a Month and Half - Saint Paul, MN

I have a mole removal in middle of march. The method was shaving. After a month and half,...

Before + After Photos

View 54 Mole Removal photos
Doctors will not see your comments on their answers. If you'd like to follow up, please go here to ask another question.

Comments (0)

Ask a Question

Welcome Back

Sign in with Facebook

Your information remains private and will not be posted without your permission.

Forgot your password?

Don't have an account? Create one now.

Join RealSelf

Join with Facebook

Your information remains private and will not be posted without your permission.

Please enter a valid email address
 Did you mean ?

By creating an account, you are indicating that you have read and accept the RealSelf Terms of Use.

Already a member? Sign In.

Retrieve your password

Enter your username or email address and we will send you a link to login.

Check your email

Check your email. We've sent you a link to reset your password.

Ok