Quick, in-office removal of moles and skin tags for medical or cosmetic reasons.
Surgical Removal
Mole and skin tag excision removes unwanted or concerning growths using a technique matched to the type of lesion -- shave or excisional removal for moles, and simple snipping, cryotherapy, or electrocautery for skin tags. Both are quick, well-tolerated procedures typically completed in a single office visit.
Moles that are cosmetically bothersome or show any concerning changes, and skin tags that catch on clothing or jewelry or are simply unwanted.
Performed under local anesthesia when needed. Moles may be shaved flush with the skin or excised with a small margin depending on their appearance; skin tags are removed by snipping, freezing, or light cautery.
Skin tag removal typically heals within days with minimal care. Mole removal healing depends on the technique used, generally one to two weeks, with any stitches removed during that time.
Myth: Removing a mole will cause it to "spread" or turn cancerous. Fact: Removing a mole does not cause cancer -- if anything, removing a changing mole allows it to be examined and addressed early.
If a mole is changing, irritated, or a skin tag is bothersome, your dermatologist can recommend the safest, most appropriate removal method.