1. Consider the Reasons Mole Removal
Most people have spots on their skin. Sun spots, birthmarks, freckles and moles show up in many forms. Most skin spots are harmless. You may want to have moles removed simply because a mole may be in a conspicuous spot, such as on your face. Maintaining good health is an even more important reason for mole removal, as some moles may turn into skin cancer. The most deadly form of skin cancer is malignant melanoma.
2. Employ Natural Creams
Removing moles with natural creams may be an option if you want to remove them for cosmetic reasons. These creams work after you scrape your mole with a needle to open the pores so that the cream can seep in. You'll feel a burning, stinging sensation which tells you the cream is penetrating. A scab should form in 24 to 48 hours and falls off in about 10 days. You may experience redness in the area for about 30 days. Don't pick at the scab while it heals. Allow it to fall off on its own. Natural mole removal creams come in different formulas and price ranges.
3. Get Shaved and Zapped
Moles that may look suspicious should be treated by a dermatologist. Raised moles, pink or red, scaly moles or moles that change color must be examined by a doctor. Your dermatologist can use laser treatments to remove some moles. The laser seals the blood vessels and evaporates the tissue so that stitches aren't needed. Doctors also may use a shaver to shave the mole from the skin's surface. You may receive a small injection to numb the area first.
4. Have the Mole Excised by Excision
Depending on how large, how deep or how serious the mole appears, a dermatologist or plastic surgeon may cut into your skin to remove the mole. The mole and surrounding tissue go to a lab for a biopsy to determine whether you have skin cancer.
5. Note the Serious Signs
If you have a mole that looks strange, see a doctor. Malignant melanoma (the most deadly skin cancer) usually appears as an irregularly shaped mole. Whereas common, harmless moles tend to be round and symmetrical, melanoma usually is asymmetrical. This means that if you were to draw a line through the middle of the mole, the halves wouldn't match. The borders of melanomas are uneven and may be scalloped or have notched edges. Early melanomas usually look larger than regular moles. If you have a mole larger than the size of a pencil eraser, get it checked by a doctor. Also, moles that vary in color need to be checked.
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