Mole Removal Reading – At Medskin Mole Removal Reading Clinic, we are proud to offer a broad selection of services, with Mole Removal being among the key offerings. Our advanced facilities, combined with a team of specialist surgeons dedicated to resolving your mole-related issues, enable us to effectively manage a wide variety of mole conditions. We serve the entire Reading area and are strategically located in the central precinct of Reading town centre.
Every mole removal procedure at our clinic is overseen by our experienced nursing team, ensuring the highest standard of care from professionals with a wealth of experience. Possessing over 75 years of combined experience, our nursing team guarantees that you are in the safest of hands.
Mole Removal Reading, Medskin Clinic in Reading, takes pride in providing mole removal services to clients throughout Reading. Our clinic’s prime location ensures that this crucial medical service is accessible to everyone. Beyond its importance for health and comfort, mole removal significantly enhances personal well-being and appearance.
Our clinics are optimally located, and our nursing team is fully accredited, insured, and regulated.
The benefits of mole removal extend beyond mere physical comfort, improving one’s appearance as well.
Our nursing staff are fully trained, insured, and registered, ready to provide support and counsel. We are mindful of the distress and concern that moles can sometimes cause. If you are considering having a mole removed or need a mole evaluated by one of our experts, our friendly team in Reading is here to help. They will guide you through the complimentary consultation process, tailoring advice to your personal needs and recommending the best strategy moving forward. Generally, moles can be safely and painlessly removed under local anaesthetic in a minimally invasive procedure that is completed within about one hour.
Should there be a need for further investigation of a mole, our specialists will carry out a biopsy, with the sample being sent off for analysis. Additionally, we offer regular skin check-ups, either biannually or annually, to ensure your continued peace of mind.
If you have any questions or Queries, Please do not hesitate to contact our Mole Removal Reading Team, who are always happy to help.
Shave biopsy – a razor blade is used to shave off the mole and the skin around it.
Punch biopsy – A punch tool is placed over the mole and used to “punch” out the mole.
Scalpel removal – A scalpel is used to remove the mole and skin surrounding it and stitches are used to help the skin heal.
Common Areas for moles
Neck
Head
Face
Back
Legs
What is a Mole
A mole, also known as a naevus, signifies a commonplace skin growth that materialises when cells responsible for pigment production, known as melanocytes, proliferate in clusters. They present themselves as diminutive, dark spots or can sometimes be flesh-toned minor lumps on your skin. Moles can exhibit a variety of colours, forms, and dimensions.
People get moles removed for lots of different reasons. Some of the main ones are:
You’re not happy with the way the mole looks.
The mole has got bigger and it’s really noticeable.
The mole tends to get caught on things like your hairbrush or your clothes and jewellery.
It’s making shaving tricky for you.
The mole is in a tough spot or it’s very delicate.
The mole often goes red and sore
What are the health reasons for getting a mole removed?
Sometimes, a skin doctor (Dermatologist) will say you should get a mole taken off for health reasons. Maybe they found something about one of your moles during a full skin check. If they need to take a closer look at the mole under a microscope, they’ll do a special test called a biopsy. You might need to get it removed if:
The mole has just appeared.
The mole looks different now – it could have gotten bigger, darker, or its shape might have changed.
It stands out from the rest of your moles.
Something about the mole just doesn’t seem normal.
There’s a worry that it might be turning into skin cancer.
What is cosmetic mole removal?
Taking off a mole because it doesn’t look nice or it’s always getting snagged is called cosmetic mole removal. The mole has to look OK health-wise when a Dermatologist checks it out before they’ll remove it for cosmetic reasons. Around 85% of these removals are done by partly cutting it away, and the rest involve cutting it out completely with a few stitches.
Cosmetic removal is usually for moles that stick out but haven’t changed colour or shape. We don’t take off flat moles just because of how they look. But if you’re worried about any moles, we can check them over thoroughly – think of it as a mole check-up.
What is medical mole removal?
This is when the Dermatologist thinks it’s best to get rid of a mole so they can get a closer look at it, like a biopsy. Most of the time, three-quarters, the removal involves cutting it out and stitching it up. The rest are done by cutting it partially away, but a bit deeper into the skin than for cosmetic reasons – this technique is called saucerisation.
When might it be time to get a mole taken off?