I had a mole on my face which I really hated and read online that apple cider vinegar could be applied to remove it. Stupidly I did this and what I've been left with is so, so much worse than before and I now have a large unsightly hole on my face but with raised edges, it hasn't improved in 18 months. Please can someone recommend a treatment to fix this urgently as I'm now more self-conscious than ever and it's really getting me down!
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Answer: How to fix hole on face caused by apple cider vinegar burn?
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...
Thank you for your question. I would not recommend tanning any skin that has had recent surgery as it can cause hyperpigmentation or darkening in the healing scar. Additionally, I would not recommend tanning beds at all as they lead to premature aging of the skin and increase the risk for skin ...
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...