I have a semi-flat mole right on the center of my chin that has darkened in pigment. Is shaving an option, or is excision my only choice? I'm concerned with facial hair loss, and obviously the amount of time it will take to heal since it's in a very obvious location.
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You cannot remove a mole with duct tape. The only way to remove a mole is through a surgical procedure, either a shave removal or an excision. Some people believe that warts can be treated with duct tape and there are some studies to support this. However a mole needs to be removed by a de...
DPNs or Dermatosis Papulosis Nigricans are cosmetic moles that can grow on your face and neck. They are entirely cosmetic and no insurance companies will pay for their removal. Some patients have dozens and others have hundreds. It may take more than one session to remove all of them if yo...
Your mole should be removed by a shave excision. Dermatologic surgeons typically do this procedure expertly. A shave excision is a procedure where the mole is actually "shaved off" at a level just below the surface of the skin which should leave a minimal scar.