I have a large raised mole above my lip, and I wanted to know the best, and cheapest ways of going about getting it removed. I know a scar is almost inevitable, but since it is in the middle of my face, I was wondering what my best options are, and I'm a poor college kid! =) THANK YOU
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November 3, 2012
Answer: Removing a brown mole on the face and around the mouth
The cost of mole removal like other cosmetic surgery varies considerably across the country and even in the same area. South Florida tends to have lower fees then more expensive areas such as New York or Los Angeles. We charge starting at $150 for mole removal.
Mole removal begins with a comprehensive examination and consultation to determine the likelihood of a mole being worrisome. Excisional and incisional biopsies are reserved for suspicious moles. But it’s good news that most moles are not problematic and are only cosmetic, thus leading to the o...
Typically, moles will grow as a child grows. Moles do not necessarily need to be removed if they are "well-behaving" moles. If, for example, the mole is changing in color or growing rapidly or irregularly pigmented or other symptoms develop, then it would be prudent to...
