Mole removed by laser, is the scar indented or have parts of the mole been left? (Photo)

Question

I had a mole removed recently using an urbium laser. At first it healed really well but now I’ve been left with an indent. When looking closer I’m not sure if the scar is indented or if there’s actually just mole left behind around the edges as it looks slightly brownish coloured rather than pink like the rest of the scar. Do I need a further laser treatment for the edges or should I leave the scar longer to heal?

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your experience and photo. After laser mole removal, it’s quite common for the treated area to look indented or uneven during the healing process. The pink color you’re seeing is part of normal healing, and the slight brown edges could represent either residual pigment from the mole or just post-inflammatory changes in the skin.

In many cases, scars continue to remodel and improve in texture and color for several months after treatment. I would suggest giving it more time to heal fully before considering another laser session. If the pigment or unevenness persists after several months, a touch-up treatment can help refine the result.

For now, keeping the area moisturized and protected from the sun will support better healing.

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.

Best,
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
Realself 100 Surgeon

Best,
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
Realself 100 Surgeon

Mole removed by laser, is the scar indented or have parts of the mole been left? (Photo)

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