Mole Removal: Is it common to get new moles as we age?

The area should have healed with a flat scar.  If you have an indentation that would need to be treated with a few cosmetic procedures to improve.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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...

I would suggest that you return to the dermatologist and not consider this under the "House of Normal" until that doctor can assess. As you have probably read, not all moles that are cancerous and black (Melanoma) will grow back black in color again. It is a little early for that to be reactive...

In my practice, I always want to see my patients if they have questions or concerns. I recommend you follow up with the doctor who performed the procedure and they will best at taking a look at how you're healing.  When in doubt, follow up, is always my advice. Good luck and...

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...

In general, a raised mole on the cheek could be shaved off to produce the least amount of scarring.  It is possible that some pigment could remain though.  Excising the mole would remove it completely, but would require sutures to close the wound.  I would recommend shaving the...