A mole can be a normal part of the skin, but in some cases can have cosmetic or medical consequences. Dermatologist often follow benign moles, until they change color or differentiate from the surrounding skin. While most moles, present cosmetic challenges, there are a few circumstances requiring urgent mole removal to prevent growth of a skin cancer. Our Santa Monica, plastic surgery office provides expertise in the management of benign and malignant moles and offers more removal with meticulous attention to detail. Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with exceptional skills and mole removal with or without surgery.
Understanding Mole Removal
Removal can be performed by most plastic surgeons and dermatologists. There are different mechanisms and options for more removal, which can include surgery, laser, or electrodesiccation. In most cases, we perform more removal treatments for medical concerns in order to rule out, malignancy, or skin, cancer; cosmetic concerns when a mole begins to change and become more visible on the skin; or in cases that cause physical discomfort, such as a skin tag or skin growth. During your consultation with Dr. Karamanoukian, he will evaluate your skin and determine whether your mole removal fits into anyone of these categories.
Types of Moles:
Dermatology is a vast field, and there are different types of moles that can arise at birth or during development. Congenital moles are usually present at birth and various size from minuscule to larger moles that are greater than 1 cm in diameter. Acquired or developmental moles developed during childhood or adolescence, and are often benign in nature. Atypical or dysplastic moles usually occur after long-term sun, exposure, and sun damage, and can often have irregular borders, skin discoloration, irregular, pigmentation, and may be at risk of developing into skin cancer.
Why Choose Dr. Karamanoukian for Mole Removal in Santa Monica:
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is widely recognized as a leading expert in mole removal, offering patients a combination of diagnostic precision, experience, and aesthetic artistry. As a double board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive training in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Karamanoukian brings an unparalleled level of expertise to each mole removal procedure. His meticulous attention to detail and deep understanding of facial and body aesthetics ensure not only the safe removal of moles but also the most cosmetically pleasing outcomes.
Dr. Karamanoukian's approach is grounded in a comprehensive medical evaluation that carefully considers the nature, size, and location of the mole. Whether for cosmetic refinement or the treatment of potentially suspicious lesions, he utilizes state-of-the-art techniques to minimize scarring and maximize patient satisfaction. His knowledge of advanced scar prevention strategies, including laser therapy and post-surgical skin management, places him at the forefront of skin surgery.
Patients trust Dr. Karamanoukian not only for his clinical skill, but also for his compassionate care and personalized approach. He ensures that every patient feels informed and confident, guiding them through the process from initial consultation to complete recovery.
Pre-Treatment Care:
Once you set up a consultation for Marvel in our Santa Monica plastic surgery office, we will obtain medical history and follow up with a medical examination to determine the cosmetic or medical risks of your mole removal. It is important to use meticulous plastic surgery technique in order to minimize long-term scarring, and this critical step is dependent on many factors, including pre-treatment care, technique during your procedure, and postoperative scar care.
Your consultation will include a pertinent medical exam and medical history combined with a review of medical systems to assess your can see for surgery or non-surgical mole removal. Proper preparation allows for a safe and effective procedure and our attention to detail allows exceptional long-term results with your removal scars.
Expectations for the Procedure: What to Expect the Day of Mole Removal
There are many different types of more removal techniques that are offered in our plastic surgery office. If you are undergoing a surgical mole removal most of these treatments are performed in an outpatient clinic setting under local anesthesia. Shave excision as a minor surgical procedure that is done in a clinic setting with a small amount of local anesthetic and entails the surgical removal of a small amount of the mole and skin. Often shave excision of a mole does not require sutures whereas surgical excision will require layered stitches. we also perform many different types of laser more removal treatments that require minimal to know downtime and a quick recovery.
If Dr. Karamanoukian recommends a biopsy, we will recommend an examination by a Gemato pathologist who can make into the microscope and determine whether there is any malignant or cancer potential in your mole. Please note that many more removals are considered benign and do not require histopathologic review if there is a high likelihood that the lesion is non-malignant.
Post-Treatment Care:
After your mole removal procedure, proper aftercare is essential to promote healing and minimize scarring. Wound care and avoidance of direct exposure are appropriate in the week after your procedure has a skin is still hearing from the mole removal treatment. We recommend that you protect the healing area with a dry gauze or bandage and keep the area clean from any dirt or debris. We may prescribe wound healing ointment to prevent infection and minimize long-term scarring. Our plastic surgery team may also recommend close. Follow up with a return clinic appointment to assess the wound and or remove any stitches. It is essential that you adhere to most post treatment guidelines in order to improve your cosmetic outcome.
Scar Management: Insights from Recent Research
Minimizing scarring is a common concern among patients undergoing mole removal. Recent studies have explored effective scar management strategies:
1. Shaving Technique for Facial Moles: A study published in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery highlights the efficacy of the shaving technique for mole removal on the face. This minimally invasive method offers favorable aesthetic outcomes with reduced scarring, especially in challenging areas like the nose and face. The study emphasizes the importance of technique selection based on mole location to achieve optimal cosmetic results.
These findings underscore the significance of personalized care and advanced techniques in scar management.
Schedule a Consultation:
More removal is a very common procedure that is performed in our Los Angeles plastic surgery practice. We adhere to the most advanced cosmetic dermatology, techniques, and utilize lasers for effective non-surgical mole removal and post removal scarring. Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is a double board certified plastic surgeon who has exceptional expertise in the management of benign and malignant moles. Schedule an appointment with our office for a consultation and examination prior to any mole removal treatment. Our success rate with long-term outcomes and minimal scarring with more removal allow us to maintain a leadership position in mole removal and skin cancer removal in Los Angeles.