Mole removal from nose tip. Was told that an ellipse incision would likely leave a poor cosmetic result. Have things progressed?

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I have a slightly raised dark mole on the end of my nose - slightly off centre. I explored removal some years ago and was told that an ellipse incision would likely leave a poor cosmetic result. I wondered have things progressed m? I was told I would not like the cosmetic result because it would leave longer straight scar that may indent at the join site?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

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Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
Realself 100 Surgeon

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Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
Realself 100 Surgeon

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