Moles and Unwanted Lesions
When it comes to removing moles and unwanted lesions, precision and expertise are key. Whether you’re concerned about the cosmetic appearance of a growth or need to have a lesion removed for medical reasons, Dr. Hedayati provides specialized care focused on complete removal and minimal scarring.
Techniques for removal
The approach depends entirely on the size, location, and depth of the lesion. Dr. Hedayati utilizes a variety of specialized techniques to ensure the best functional and aesthetic outcome:
Shave Excision
For lesions that sit on or slightly above the skin’s surface, a shave excision is often the preferred method. The lesion is delicately "shaved off" using a small blade. This technique typically requires no stitches and heals with a small, flat mark that blends in with the surrounding skin.
Surgical Excision
For deeper moles or lesions that require full-thickness removal, a surgical excision is performed. An incision is made around the growth, the lesion is removed, and the skin is closed with fine sutures. This ensures the growth is gone permanently and allows for the most controlled healing.
Punch Excision
Ideal for small, deep lesions, this method uses a tiny circular tool to "punch" out the growth. This allows for incredibly precise removal with minimal disruption to the surrounding skin, usually requiring only one or two small stitches.
The benefits of professional removal
Early Detection
Professional evaluation ensures that any suspicious 'spots' are caught early and sent for pathology if needed.
Restored Confidence
Removing prominent or unsightly lesions can significantly improve your self-image and how you feel in your skin.
Increased Comfort
Eliminating raised growths that snag on clothing or cause irritation provides immediate physical relief.
Expert Healing
As a fellowship-trained surgeon, Dr. Hedayati uses advanced suturing and placement techniques to ensure that any resulting scar is as discreet as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Get in touch with usWe recommend following the ABCDE rule: Asymmetry, irregular Borders, multiple Colors, Diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and Evolving (changing in size, shape, or symptoms). If a mole is itching, bleeding, or looks different from your other spots, it should be evaluated immediately.
Any time the skin is cut, a scar will form. However, because Dr. Hedayati is a fellowship-trained surgeon, he uses advanced "minimal-tension" suturing and places incisions along your skin's natural "hidden" lines. This ensures that once healed, the mark is as discreet and flat as possible.
We prioritize patient comfort. All removals are performed under local anesthesia, which numbs the area completely. You may feel a slight pinch during the numbing process, but you will not feel any pain during the actual removal.
Healing time depends on the technique used. Shave excisions usually heal like a small scrape within 7-10 days. Surgical excisions with stitches typically require 1-2 weeks for the initial closure. The final appearance of the scar will continue to fade and improve for several months.
Dr. Hedayati completed a rigorous fellowship in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology. This additional training equips him with advanced expertise not only in the precise removal of skin growths but also in complex aesthetic reconstruction, ensuring your skin health and appearance are in the best possible hands.
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