I had two moles excised from my face 13 days ago. One was on my cheek the other next to my nose. The plastic surgeon scheduled suture removal for 10 days after the procedure, which I felt was a bit long. I keep reading that sutures should be taken out in 3-7 days max from the face. On my cheek now that the sutures are out I can see some cross-hatches really clearly. Are they permanent? Or is my scar healing normally? The mole was a bit smaller than a pencil eraser and slightly raised.
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There may be a couple of options for you: shave excision and complete surgical excision. I recommend seeing a facial plastic surgeon or dermatologic surgeon for your concerns.
I agree that moles should never be removed by laser for the reasons that are stated. Now that it's after the fact, you need to watch the area closely. In the future, if there is any sign of recurrent pigmentation you should have it examined and most likely biopsied to be safe. You can follow the...
Any time a mole is changing, it needs to be carefully evaluated by a board certified dermatologist. Please use the ABCDE's as your guide for when to be concerned about moles: A for Asymmetry; B for Irregular Borders; C for Black or uneven Colors; D for diameter greater than a pencil eraser;...
