Treatments
Mole reduction in Kettering
Raised moles on the face, neck and body can be reduced cosmetically once they have been professionally confirmed as benign. We do this with advanced electrolysis, in stages where needed, aiming for a flat, natural result rather than a scar.
First, the check
Before any cosmetic reduction, a mole must have been appropriately assessed and confirmed as benign by a suitably qualified professional. This is not a formality: a mole that looks ordinary can occasionally be something that needs medical attention, and cosmetic treatment of an unchecked mole is never the right thing to do. If your mole has not been checked, our Map My Mole service provides private dermatoscopic imaging with expert dermatology review, usually within days. Your GP can also assess it.
What we can treat
Raised, benign moles that are cosmetically bothersome: on the face, neck, chest, back or elsewhere. Hairs growing from a mole can also be removed by electrolysis. We do not treat moles that have changed, moles that have not been checked, or moles that a professional has advised should be removed surgically.
How we treat moles
Advanced electrolysis reduces the raised part of the mole by treating the tissue a layer at a time with a fine probe and precise current. Small moles may be reduced in a single session; larger or deeper moles are treated in stages several weeks apart so the skin heals well between visits. The aim is to bring the mole level with the surrounding skin. Some pigment may remain, and we will be honest about what to expect for yours.
What to expect
Consultation We review your mole-check result, examine the mole and plan the number of sessions.
Treatment A short appointment; heat and a sharp sting while the mole is treated.
Afterwards A scab forms and lifts within one to two weeks. The area is pink for several weeks and settles over a few months. Sun protection matters during healing.
Number of treatments One to three sessions for most moles.
Prices and consultations Treatment consultations are free. Prices and appointment lengths vary by treatment and are shown, with current availability, in our online booking system.
Results
Results vary and are not guaranteed. Some moles leave a small flat area of lighter or darker skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can you tell me if my mole is safe?
No. We are not able to diagnose moles, which is exactly why we ask for a professional check first. Map My Mole or your GP can do that.
Will the mole come back?
A fully reduced mole usually stays flat. Occasionally some regrowth occurs and can be treated again.
Is this the same as surgical removal?
No. Surgery cuts the mole out and leaves a stitched scar; it is the right choice for moles that need to be fully excised. Cosmetic reduction flattens a suitable benign mole without cutting it out, although some marking is possible and healing varies.
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