Is it possible to remove only part of a mole?

June 20, 2015
Asked By:sparkly15 in Los Angeles, CA

I have a mole on my chin that I've had since childhood. It's healthy, but it has developed pores and gotten larger (protrudes more from my face, not wider) over the years. It's round and is about 3/4 the size of a pencil eraser (in both size around it and how far it protrudes from my face). I actually like it and feel that it makes me unique, so I don't want it removed. I just want to keep the size in check. Is it possible to shave off a good portion without removing it?

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June 22, 2015

Answer: Cosmetic Mole Removal

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 22, 2015

Answer: Moles can be partially removed.

David Hansen, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 22, 2015

Answer: Moles can be partially removed.

David Hansen, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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