Mole Removal

Some people are born with moles and some moles appear overtime. Moles appear for many reasons, it can be heredity or it can be sun exposure. Both heredity and sun exposure play a role in atypical moles which are associated with skin cancer. Regardless, mole removal is an option that many seek for many reasons. Before you decide if mole removal is right for you. Here's a quick look at the procedure.

Preparation: During preparation the area where the mole is be removed from is cleansed and numbed with an anesthetic. Depending on how large the mole is, a drape may be placed on the area needed to be treated.

Procedure: Depending on the procedure, you may or may not need stictches. When you get a mole removed through simple cutting withou stitches, the surgeon takes a scalpel and shaves the mole off below the level of the skin. Next a solution is placed on the area to stop any bleeding. A antiboitic is placed on the wound sn teh wound is covered with a bandage. Your doctor should give you step by step instructions on how to care for your wound before you leave.

It can be that simple. Of course, there are other procedures for darker moles and/or flat moles. If you are located in New York you can get your mole removed by Morris Westfried MD. Located in Brooklyn, New York, our locally owned and operated dermatology practice specializes in a wide range of laser treatments using the latest in state-of-the-art technology. We offer a warm, friendly atmosphere, competitive prices, and expert treatments for tattoos, hair removal, leg veins, wrinkles acne scar removal, and psoriasis. Visit us online at http://www.tattoos-removed.com/ or contact us today for more information on our wide range of services.