Scoop Method of Removal? (photo)

It is a good method for certain moles.  it depends on where the mole is and how big an area of tissue is removed.  It is very subjective as to which moles are best removed with a scoop excision, shave excision or complete excision and closure.  A plastic surgeon should be able to advise you as to which method is best for your situation.  I perform all types of mole excision and believe that complete excision and closure it frequently the best option. 

Your physician may be referring to a shave excision or shave biopsy.  Depending on the location of the moles, either a shave excision or a complete surgical excision may be done.  

Both the scoop / shave method and the surgical excision method are conventional methods of obtaining a biopsy during mole removal.  They are both acceptable treatments.