This has been on my face from as a kid to now, I've tried using stuff like anti aging sun block after taking showers and it won't go away , should I go to a dermatologist ?
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February 25, 2014
Answer: Derm Surgeons are the docs to see for mole removals.
When dealing with concerns about scarring or the appearance of a biopsy site, especially on the face, it's understandable to seek the best possible outcome. Here are some considerations:
Consultation with a Plastic Surgeon: It can be beneficial to consult with a plastic surgeon, particularly...
A shave
excision is typically the easiest, most cost effective, and least likely to
scar method of removal for your mole. With this method the mole is actually
"shaved off" at a level just below the surface of the skin. The
tissue that has been removed can then be sent for microscopic...
When a shave removal is performed, there is a 10% chance of the mole regrowing (raising up again). It can be shaved another time, or an excision could be performed. However, that leaves a line shaped scar which is more apparent than a shave removal scar. Most people opt for the...
