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How Should I Remove a Raised Birthmark/mole the Size of a Pinky Fingerprint Located Near my Lip? (photo)
How should I remove a raised birthmark/mole the size of a pinky fingerprint located near my lip? As far as I know this is not cancerous, therefore I thought laser may be an option. If not, how bad would the scar be if I had it surgically removed? Should I see a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon?
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Beauty and the Birthmark
in Seattle, WA
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Yes, you can remove that birthmark
The birthmark on your lower lip region can be removed with excellent results. The scar may be aligned with natural wrinkles in the face, namely the "marionette lines" adjacent to the mouth. However, you should be aware of certain risks that may be associated. Scarring potential is different between individuals. You may have a thickened or slightly widened scar if you have that propensity. Also, there is a slight risk of subtle pulling on the corner of...
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Mole removal
An options would be to have the lesion completely surgically excised. This can be done with good results. I advise you see a board certified plastic surgeon for full evaluation.
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Birthmark Removal
This type of birthmark is best removed surgically and since it is located near the lip area your physician can easily hid it in your marionette lines.
"Dr.D"
Fayetteville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Facial mole or birthmark removal - photo
Thanks for your question and photo!
I agree that your mole does not look cancerous, but I recommend having your mole surgically removed. I feel that this will give you more predictable results than laser and I do not feel that laser would be able to give you a result that could be considered "total removal".
The aim of surgery is to remove your mole completely in a way that minimises the appearance of scarring. All incisions heal with a scar and all patients have a different...
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Melbourne Plastic Surgeon
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Removal of birthmark adjacent to the lip
Your birthmark can be removed surgically under local anesthesia and the incision lines made parallel to the natural lines of the face, where they will heal nicely. Consideration should be given to serial excision, in two stages, which would shorten the length of the ultimate scar.
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