Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dr. Michael I. Echavez, MD
Michael I. Echavez, MD profile photo
Dr. Michael I. Echavez, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.5 | 26 Reviews
Answered on Oct 31, 2016
Answer
Dr. Steve Merten, FRACS - Account Suspended
Dr. Steve Merten, FRACS - Account Suspended
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Oct 30, 2016
Answer
Dr. Firas Al-Niaimi, MD, MRCP, EBDV
Dr. Firas Al-Niaimi, MD, MRCP, EBDV
Specialist Registered Dermatologist
Answered on Nov 1, 2016
Answer

More Mole Removal Questions

Top Answer
User Avatar
Anil R. Shah, MD

Mole removal can be accomplished by many techniques including traditional excise and suture techniques, shave and modified shave techniques, laser removal or a combination of the above.  There is no single best method of mole removal and is dependent on provider experience and patient's desired ...

+5 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

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 o...

+4 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Philip K. Robb Jr., MD, FACS

Your mole looks totally normal. A cauterizing agent such as silver nitrate or aluminum chloride is usually used to help stop the bleeding this can cause this discoloration.  No worries, it will get better!

+2 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Jason Emer, MD

If you're concerned I suggest speaking to your Dr. again about removal. Moles can be removed with lasers, shave, and/or radiowave. Best, Dr. Emer

+1 answers
See all Mole Removal Q&A
See more Mole Removal Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE MOLE REMOVAL GUIDE →