| mole
and birthmark removal overview |
| introduction
to mole and birth mark removal |
birth
mark or mole removal may be accomplished with surgical
excision, laser surgery, or both |
| often
combined with... |
chemical
peels, scar
revision, laser
resurfacing |
| incision
placement & surgery details |
incision
depends on the size and location of the mole or birthmark |
| anesthesia
for birthmark and mole removal |
usually
local anesthesia for adults |
| surgical
facility |
doctor's
office or outpatient surgery center |
| length
of surgery |
15
minutes to 1 hour |
| discomfort
|
minimal |
| what
to expect after mole or birthmark removal surgery |
some tenderness,
usually back to work the next day |
| risks |
scarring,
infection, bleeding |
| variations
and techniques |
depends
on the type of birthmark or mole being removed; may need
to be sent to pathology lab for examination to rule out
malignancy |
| cost
(surgeon's fee) |
anywhere
from $200 to $2000 |
| duration
of results |
results
are permanent, but new lesions may appear |
| insurance |
insurance
may cover some costs of removal; check with your insurance
carrier for details |
