What would be the most effective way to remove a mole located on the lower lip with minimal scarring? (photo)

If any provider guarantees you that there will not be a scar, you should flee the place immediately. Realistically, the idea is to leave the least visiible post-treatment mark possible. Excision surgery runs the risk, particularly in areas subject to much movement, for the subsequent development of a stretch scar and even tram track stitch marks. Scalpel Scupting, on the other hand, requires no deep cutting and no stitlches, eliminating the possibilities of either stretch scar formation and naturally no stitches means no possibility of stitch tracks. You would be wise to explore this possibility and to see consultation with an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist. Best of luck.

This can be excised and closed under local anesthesia. There will be a scar.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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 option of scarless or non-surgical mole removal with lasers and RF and plasma. Our office specializes in non-surgical mole removal.

Best,
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
Realself 100 Surgeon