The shaving of my mole was done poorly (not flush with skin), so what is the best way to correct this? Re-shave or laser?(photo)

October 20, 2014
Asked By:lcay in El Paso, TX

A little over a week ago, I had a small, raised flesh coloured facial mole shaved for cosmetic reasons (pathology came back benign as expected). It appears that the mole was not shaved flush with my skin. As if only 3/4 of the mole was shaved. So, my question is: do I have the remainder of the mole shaved again, OR, would laser be the more ideal treatment at this point? My goal is the best cosmetic result and I am hesitant to go back to the original dermatologist either way.

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October 22, 2014

Answer: Mole excision

October 22, 2014

Answer: Mole excision

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