Mole Removal – A Safe and Aesthetic Solution
Mole removal is a frequently performed, precise procedure in plastic surgery. Most moles found on the body are harmless, although their number may increase with age. Mole removal may be indicated not only for medical reasons but also for aesthetic ones, especially if the lesion is located in a disturbing or highly visible area.
The goal of mole removal performed within plastic surgery is to eliminate the lesion safely while ensuring the most aesthetic possible healing.
When is mole removal indicated?
Mole removal is recommended if:
there is suspicion of malignant transformation,
the mole is subject to constant irritation (for example due to shaving, clothing, or jewelry),
the lesion is aesthetically disturbing,
the mole changes in size, color, or shape.
Based on experience in plastic surgery, timely mole removal provides a reassuring and long-term safe solution.
Why should mole removal be performed in a plastic surgery clinic?
Plastic surgery places special emphasis on aesthetic wound healing. During mole removal, the plastic surgeon:
follows ideal incision lines,
uses “invisible” subcutaneous suturing techniques,
strives to achieve the finest possible scar.
An advantage of mole removal performed as a plastic surgical procedure is that the removed tissue is sent intact for histological examination, which is particularly important from a diagnostic perspective.
How is mole removal performed?
Mole removal always begins with a thorough examination. During the consultation, the patient and the plastic surgeon jointly decide on the appropriate type of procedure and the expected outcome.
Mole removal is usually performed under local anesthesia, making the procedure painless. The surgeon removes the lesion with precise excision and then closes the wound with aesthetic sutures.
This procedure can often be performed on the day of consultation and requires only a short recovery period.
Healing after mole removal
After mole removal, the wound is covered with a dressing. Sutures are removed after 1–3 weeks, depending on the stress placed on the area.
Based on plastic surgery experience, healing is usually uneventful, and the patient can quickly return to normal daily activities.
It is important to keep the wound dry until suture removal and to attend follow-up appointments.
What kind of scar remains after mole removal?
After mole removal, a thin linear scar typically remains. Initially, it may appear slightly pinkish or purplish, but it gradually fades over the course of several months.
In certain areas of the body, the scar may widen; however, the techniques used in plastic surgery aim to make it as inconspicuous as possible.
Mole removal at TopForma Plastic Surgery
TopForma Plastic Surgery pays special attention to ensuring that mole removal is always performed safely and with aesthetic results. A personalized treatment plan and careful follow-up ensure patient satisfaction.
Mole removal prices
The price of mole removal depends on the size and location of the lesion and the type of plastic surgical procedure required. Detailed information can be found in the price list on our website.