TREATMENT
Mole Removal
Avané Dermatology Clinic in Nairobi, Kenya, offers professional mole removal services. Moles, also known as birthmarks, are benign clusters of melanocytes that can darken due to sun exposure or pregnancy. Mole removal can be done for both medical and aesthetic reasons, using methods such as punch excision, surgical excision, or shave excision.
How does mole removal work?
Mole removal involves one of three methods: punch excision, surgical excision, or shave excision. In a punch excision, a small, circular tool removes the mole and surrounding tissue. Surgical excision involves cutting out larger moles and stitching the skin. Shave excision uses a blade to shave off the mole from the skin’s surface.
What to expect during mole removal?
During the procedure, a local anaesthetic is applied to numb the area. Depending on the method used, the mole is either punched out, surgically removed, or shaved off. The procedure is usually quick and involves minimal discomfort. After removal, the area is cleaned and dressed to aid healing.
What are the results and benefits of mole removal?
Mole removal can prevent potential skin issues, such as melanoma, and improve skin appearance. The procedure leaves minimal scarring and can boost confidence by eliminating unwanted moles. Healing typically occurs within a few weeks, with proper aftercare.
What you need to know
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Individuals with moles that have changed in appearance or colour
- Patients wanting to remove moles for cosmetic reasons
- Those advised by a dermatologist to remove moles for health reasons
ADVANTAGES
- Prevents potential skin issues
- Minimal scarring
- Boosts confidence by improving skin appearance
- Quick and relatively painless procedure
TECHNOLOGY
- Punch Excision: Removes the mole and surrounding tissue
- Surgical Excision: Cuts out larger moles with stitching
- Shave Excision: Shaves off the mole from the skin’s surface
STATS
- Length: 15-30 minutes
- Back to Work: Same day
- Back to Exercise: 1-2 days
- Possible Side Effects: You may experience minor bleeding, infection, scarring, changes in skin texture
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