Shave removal for a mole? Would the scar be less with shave removal?

August 22, 2017
Asked By:megan2606 in Derry, S6

Hi when did shave removal for a mole become available?i had a raised mole on my leg removed 13 years ago and I wasn't given the option of shave removal.it was removed by excision and to be honest the scar is very hypopigmented and noticeable.i am now looking for another mole removed.

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August 23, 2017

Answer: Shaving a pigmented lesion

Brent Moelleken, MDBeverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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August 23, 2017

Answer: Shaving a pigmented lesion

Brent Moelleken, MDBeverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
August 23, 2017

Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for Mole Removal--lasers, radiowave, shave

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
August 23, 2017

Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for Mole Removal--lasers, radiowave, shave

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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August 24, 2017

Answer: Can Be Removed by Shave ... But May Recur

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August 24, 2017

Answer: Can Be Removed by Shave ... But May Recur

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Answer: Shave removal isn't always the best option

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