I have a large mole on the lower side of my cheek. The dermatologist said there was the option of removing it over months by removing a small section from the center each time until it was removed entirely. I spoke with a plastic surgeon who said it could be done that way but that they couldn’t do it and I would have to go back to the dermatologist. Could anybody explain if this option is better than having it removed completely at once and why?
Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for Mole Removal--lasers, radiowave, shave I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for Mole Removal--lasers, radiowave, shave I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 15, 2018
Answer: Serial excision Removing a mole with several operations is usually called a serial excision. The reasons for using this approach are as follows: It may be the only way to remove a mole in one go without using a skin graft to replace the area that has been removed.Serial excision may enable the surgeon to keep the scar shorter.Serial excision allows the surrounding tissue to stretch up to enable the mole to be replaced by the normal skin that surrounds the mole.You are best advised to seek the opinion of a suitably qualified and experienced plastic surgeon for their advice.Best wishes.
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September 15, 2018
Answer: Serial excision Removing a mole with several operations is usually called a serial excision. The reasons for using this approach are as follows: It may be the only way to remove a mole in one go without using a skin graft to replace the area that has been removed.Serial excision may enable the surgeon to keep the scar shorter.Serial excision allows the surrounding tissue to stretch up to enable the mole to be replaced by the normal skin that surrounds the mole.You are best advised to seek the opinion of a suitably qualified and experienced plastic surgeon for their advice.Best wishes.
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September 14, 2018
Answer: One time is best Without knowing about your mole specifically, here is information about moles in general.
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September 14, 2018
Answer: One time is best Without knowing about your mole specifically, here is information about moles in general.
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September 13, 2018
Answer: Mole Removal Thank you for your question. The amount of treatments the mole removal takes depends on the size of the mole. Because the mole is on your face, a plastic surgeon will want to achieve the best scar possible. If the mole is large, and you remove the whole thing, closing it with sutures can become an issue, leaving a widened scar from too much tension on the incision, or an overall distorted appearance from pulling two edges together that were originally so far apart. I am assuming based on the information you've provided that's what the two doctors you've visited are considering. A complete answer for this would require an in-person consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon which it sounds like you've already done. I would recommend getting a second opinion from another BCPS who will move forward with excision. Good luck and best wishes!
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September 13, 2018
Answer: Mole Removal Thank you for your question. The amount of treatments the mole removal takes depends on the size of the mole. Because the mole is on your face, a plastic surgeon will want to achieve the best scar possible. If the mole is large, and you remove the whole thing, closing it with sutures can become an issue, leaving a widened scar from too much tension on the incision, or an overall distorted appearance from pulling two edges together that were originally so far apart. I am assuming based on the information you've provided that's what the two doctors you've visited are considering. A complete answer for this would require an in-person consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon which it sounds like you've already done. I would recommend getting a second opinion from another BCPS who will move forward with excision. Good luck and best wishes!
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