What is a Mole? Moles or benign melanocytic naevi are a common type of skin growth that vary in shape, size and colour. They can occur from birth but can also develop later on in life.
The Procedure During the initial medical consultation, the doctor will assess the lesion with a dermatoscope to ensure that the mole is non-cancerous.
The doctor will inject local anaesthetic into the skin to numb the area and will then either use a full excision technique or shave technique to remove the mole.
Please note that all lesions removed by ESS Clinic are sent to an external laboratory for histopathological analysis.
Aftercare The doctor will apply an antibiotic cream and dressing which you will need to leave on for 24 hours post surgery. After 24 hours, you can remove the dressing and gently clean and dry the wound area. Vaseline can be used to aid the healing process.
Please refrain from any high intensity exercise for the 7 days post surgery.
Some patients will be required to attend an appointment for suture removal 7 - 10 days after the procedure.