Last Dec. I had a mole removed via shave method. It healed poorly and left a deep depression and red color. In Apr, I had subcision with juvederm, June I had the same treatment, and Oct 3 the doctor leveled down the lower edges of the scar and injected juvederm. I understand I need to be patient, but it looks terrible and is really beginning to effect my quality of life. I am going to see two plastic surgeons about scar revision. Is that possible after all the juvederm injections?
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It is always difficult to tell from a photograph, but since your mole has been changing, you should be safe and have all your moles carefully evaluated. Please use the ABCDE's as your guide for when to be concerned about moles: A for Asymmetry; B for irregular Borders; C for black or une...
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Moles sometime recur after removal with electrocautery (or any other method eg laser) and repeat session may be needed. Afterwards a dark spot will develop known as post inflammatory hyperpigmentation which takes 1-2 months to fade. This can be optimised by avoiding sun, using...