Boca Cosmetic Surgery - Mole Removal in South Florida

Although laser has been tried for moles, it is not usually the method of choice for most deep moles because the laser light doesn’t penetrate deeply enough.

Typically, a patient may choose excision with or without stitches depending on the depth of the mole and the type of cosmetic outcome desired.

What is a mole?
Many people refer to moles as any dark spot or irregularity in the skin. Doctors use different terms. But skin marks such as these are not treated the same way moles are and are not discussed here:
Birthmarks, Abnormal blood vessels (hemangiomas), Keratoses (benign or precancerous spots,
which appear after about age 30 years).

What causes moles?
Some people are born with moles. Others appear over time. Sun exposure seems to play a role in the development of moles and may even play a role in the development of atypical, or dysplastic, moles.

The role of heredity cannot be underemphasized. Many families have a type of mole known as dysplastic (atypical), which can be associated with a higher incidence of melanoma or skin cancer.

What are the risks involved in removing moles?
Risks of mole removal methods vary from infection to anesthetic allergy and nerve damage.
Our specially trained staff reduces your risk of infection associated with this procedure.

Other risks vary depending on the area being treated and the method of removal. One of the most common difficulties after mole removal is a scar. Many people will attempt to remove moles for cosmetic reasons,
not realizing that each and every removal may result in a scar.

Many times we can give you an idea of the type and location of a scar after mole removal before you make your decision about removal.

What is the procedure involved?
(Without stitches. )

The surgeon takes a scalpel and shaves the mole off flush or slightly below the level of skin.
.Then, either an electrical instrument will cauterize or burn the area or a solution will be placed on the area to stop any bleeding.
.After this, a topical antibiotic is placed on the wound.
The wound is then covered with a bandage.
Our staff will give you instructions on how to take care of your wound. You are usually able to leave shortly after.

What is the procedure involved?
(Without stitches. )

Moles removed by excision (cutting) with stitches are usually darker in color or flat moles or both.
The surgeon maps out the mole and then sterilizes or cleans the area and numbs it.
Then a scalpel is used to cut the mole and a border surrounding the mole. The border size depends on the concern of the surgeon for the mole being removed.
Depending on the depth, stitches are placed either deep (these absorb and do not have to be removed) or on the upper surface of the skin (these don’t absorb and will be removed later.

How do I take care of my skin after mole removal?
After the procedure, you need to keep a layer of antibiotic salve on the wound and a Band-Aid. Use an antibiotic ointment that does not include neomycin. Many people are allergic to neomycin and may develop a rash at the site.

Polysporin is a brand that does not contain neomycin. Clean the wound once or twice daily with either water or diluted hydrogen peroxide. After cleaning the wound, apply the antibiotic salve and bandage. This is repeated until the wound is healed .

Voted Best in Boca Dr. Jose Barrios 2006

Voted Best in Boca
Dr. Jose Barrios
2006