I Have a Slightly Raised Mole on the Tip of my Nose. Would It Be Possible to Have It Removed with out Major Scarring? (photo)

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It is barely noticeable, but I think it is becoming slightly more raised over the years. What would be the best technique with minimal scarring? Or should I just leave it be? Photo is attached.Would I be better off leaving it alone? I do not want a scar uglier than my mole. Does the nose heal well from shaving? Plastic surgeon or dermatologist? Thank you.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

For a mole on this area of the nose, I would recommend a shave excision method.  If need be to achieve better contour, a laser ablation can be performed immediately after the shave.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Flesh colored moles when shaved flat under local look great and don't leave any ugly scarring. cost is roughly $85 for the office visit and $250 for the procedure and is so easy. Sincerely,

	David Hansen,MD

Mitchell Schwartz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

These types of moles can usually be removed by a "shave excision" method. With this technique, the mole is actually "shaved off" at a very superficial level just below the surface of the skin. This method is quite effective and typically leaves a minimal scar as noses usually heal well from shaving. The procedure typically takes less than a minute and is fairly painless. It is frequently covered by insurance when the mole is removed for certain "medically necessary" indications. Dermatologic surgeons are experts at doing this procedure.

I Have a Slightly Raised Mole on the Tip of my Nose. Would It Be Possible to Have It Removed with out Major Scarring? (photo)

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