Scarless Mole Removal Perth

Patients who have a raised mole and are in good health are ideal candidates for this procedure. Patients who have flat and irregular moles, unrealistic expectations and impaired healing will need to consider other alternatives.

Scarless mole removal is performed at Academy Day Hospital under local anaesthesia. The process requires radiosurgery with a fine loop electrode. This means that cutting can be done without bleeding. Overall, the procedure is very quick and patients are free to go home or back to work directly after. There is no need to take any time off work after this procedure.

The area where the mole was removed will look like it has a shallow graze. Initially, it is covered with a small band-aid type dressing or Vaseline. The skin only takes about a week to heal completely. It will be slightly pink for a few weeks before settling down. If the mole was removed from your face, you won’t be able to apply makeup to the area for two weeks. You can apply makeup around the area though.

Some moles will heal with virtually no scar at all, others may have noticeable signs of decreased pigmentation. There is said to be a slight recurrence rate of the mole in some people. These patients usually opt for the same treatment rather than having an excision with a scar.

Since a local anaesthetic is applied, there is minimal discomfort. A burning sensation might occur once the anaesthetic starts to wear off though. Over the counter analgesics can be prescribed by Dr Oates and his team of doctors.

Scarless Mole removal is usually very safe and complications are rare. However, there is a small risk of complications with any procedure. These may include:

• Prolonged bleeding (usually stops within a few hours)
• Infection
• Delayed healing

If at any point after your procedure you notice any unusual changes in the treated area, please get in touch.

You will only require one treatment to achieve the desired result. If the mole that you’re removing has hair, there’s a chance these hairs could grow back after the procedure. If this occurs, laser hair removal can get rid of the hairs on a permanent basis.

Unfortunately, not. Cosmetic mole removal focuses on aesthetics and not cancer prevention. If we suspect that your mole could be cause for concern, it will be sent off for testing at an accredited laboratory. Any moles that are abnormal and not raised should be seen to as soon as possible to rule out any cancer risks. Removing these types of moles will also require different techniques.

This is not recommended. Not only can you hurt yourself but there’s a much higher chance of scarring and infection too. If you’ve come across home remedies or DIY mole removal kits, know that these are not the safest or most effective options for getting rid of unwanted moles. Along with safely removing a mole, getting a professional to assist you also ensures that your mole can be evaluated and sent off for testing if need be.

Your first step is an initial consultation with the doctor who will be performing the mole removal procedure. If you have a referral letter you can claim some of the cost of the consultation from Medicare. If you are a suitable candidate for scarless mole removal and you want to go ahead, a booking for the procedure will be scheduled. You are also encouraged to use your consultation to ask questions and voice any concerns you might have.