I have a mole on my chin. My mole is raised, and is about the size of a pencil eraser. I have a few concerns 1. I'm concerned about scarring. What is the average healing time, and how often do I need to return for followup? 2. What is the average price?. I'm in the NYC area. Consultation fees are ~$150-200, but I'm wary of making an appointment before knowing the cost. 3. Timeframe. I need to leave NYC by end of August; would I be able to have the consultation + procedure completed by then?
July 23, 2013
Answer: Mole removal on the chin
Your mole should be removed by an excision with a layered suture closure using both dissolving and non-dissolving sutures to give the best cosmetic result. This typically results in a small, fine-line scar. My charge for this procedure is $500, including the consultation which can be done on the same day. Because of the significantly lower price, we have many patients who travel to Vermont from NYC for these types of procedures.
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July 23, 2013
Answer: Mole removal on the chin
Your mole should be removed by an excision with a layered suture closure using both dissolving and non-dissolving sutures to give the best cosmetic result. This typically results in a small, fine-line scar. My charge for this procedure is $500, including the consultation which can be done on the same day. Because of the significantly lower price, we have many patients who travel to Vermont from NYC for these types of procedures.
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July 23, 2013
Answer: Mole removal is pretty simple.
Hi. Good questions!
1) Scars on the face heal very well and fade. The orientation of the scar is very important and it should be vertical (up and down). 1/8 to 1/4 inch long. In any case, almost certainly better than the mole.
2) In NYC, I would say $1000 would be average fee Some part of this should be covered by your insurance since this is a skin tumor.
3) Stitches come out in 5 days. So I don't see why you would not be all set before the end of August.
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July 23, 2013
Answer: Mole removal is pretty simple.
Hi. Good questions!
1) Scars on the face heal very well and fade. The orientation of the scar is very important and it should be vertical (up and down). 1/8 to 1/4 inch long. In any case, almost certainly better than the mole.
2) In NYC, I would say $1000 would be average fee Some part of this should be covered by your insurance since this is a skin tumor.
3) Stitches come out in 5 days. So I don't see why you would not be all set before the end of August.
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