Few things bother people more than a skin lesion that catches on clothing, changes how they feel in photographs, or simply will not shift. Moles, skin tags, milia and warts are extremely common, usually harmless, and very treatable. The most important part of removing one is the bit that happens before any treatment at all. The assessment.
Mole removal in Westbourne: safety first, always
At Southdowns Skin Health in Westbourne, West Sussex, every mole and skin lesion is assessed before anything is treated. Mole removal here is doctor led, and where appropriate we use dermoscopy, a magnified examination of the skin, to look closely at the structure of a mole or lesion. The purpose is simple. To confirm a mole is benign before it is removed, and to identify anything that needs a different pathway.
If a mole or skin lesion looks at all suspicious or atypical, we do not remove it cosmetically. We refer you on to the appropriate specialist. This is the single most important rule in mole removal, and it is one we never bend.
Moles, skin tags, milia and warts we remove
Once a mole or lesion has been confirmed as benign, a wide range of skin lesions can be removed quickly and comfortably in clinic, including:
- Mole removal, raised or flat benign moles, once confirmed safe to treat
- Skin tag removal, the small soft skin tags common on the neck, eyelids and underarms
- Milia removal, the tiny firm white bumps that often appear around the eyes
- Wart and verruca removal, including warts that have resisted over the counter treatments
- Cherry angioma removal, the small red vascular spots many of us develop with age
- Seborrhoeic keratosis removal, common benign warty growths that come with age
- Molluscum contagiosum, a common viral skin condition, especially in children
How mole and skin tag removal works
The right mole removal method depends on the type of lesion, its size and where it sits. We use proven medical techniques such as cryotherapy, a precise controlled freezing of the mole or skin tag, and advanced electrocautery, which uses heat energy to remove the lesion cleanly. Both are quick, performed in clinic, and chosen specifically for your mole or lesion at your assessment.
Where appropriate a topical numbing cream is applied first to keep you comfortable. Most skin tag and mole removal treatments take only a few minutes, and most people return to their normal day straight afterwards.
Aftercare following mole and lesion removal
Aftercare is straightforward. The treated area is kept clean and protected while it heals, and we give you clear written instructions to take home. Most mole and skin tag removals heal very well. There may be a small mark while the skin settles, and we will always be honest with you at your assessment about the likely result for your particular mole or lesion.
How much does mole removal cost?
Mole removal and skin tag removal start from £200 per attempt for small, isolated lesions. The exact price depends on the type, number and location of the moles or lesions, and is always confirmed at your assessment before anything goes ahead. No surprises, no pressure.
Mole and skin tag removal questions
Where can I get a mole removed near me?
Southdowns Skin Health offers doctor led mole removal at Southdowns Clinic in Westbourne, West Sussex, PO10 8UE, close to Emsworth, Havant and Chichester. Book a mole removal assessment online or enquire by email.
Does mole or skin tag removal hurt?
Most people find mole and skin tag removal very tolerable. A topical numbing cream is used where appropriate, and most treatments take only a few minutes.
Will mole removal leave a scar?
Most mole and lesion removals heal very well, though there may be a small mark while the skin settles. We will talk you through the likely result for your specific mole at your assessment.
Can you remove warts and verrucae?
Yes. We treat warts and verrucae, including stubborn warts that have not responded to over the counter products, using cryotherapy and advanced electrocautery once the lesion has been assessed.
Ready to have it looked at?
Book a lesion removal assessment with our doctor led team. Bring the lesion along and we will tell you exactly what is possible.
This article is general information and is not medical advice. Always have a new, changing or unusual skin lesion assessed by a qualified clinician.