Mole Removal Garden City NY

Find top doctors who perform Mole Removal in Garden City, NY. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Garden City, NY.

Local Businesses

Eve Lupenko

516-747-7778
229 7Th St Ste 105
Garden City, NY 11530


Michael Dobryansky

(516) 742-3404
999 Franklin Ave – Suite 300
Garden City, NY 11530


John Walczyk

(516) 746-1227
520 Franklin Ave Ste 229
Garden City, NY 11530


Tina Katz Funt

516-747-7778
229 7Th St
Garden City, NY 11530


Theodore J Daly

(516) 227-3376
877 Stewart Ave Ste 29 – Garden City Derm, Univ Profl Plz
Garden City, NY 11599


Karen M Wesson

(516) 746-1227
520 Franklin Ave – Suite 229
Garden City, NY 11530


Tina Funt

(516) 747-7778
229 7Th St
Garden City, NY 11530


Louis Harold Riina

516-742-3404
999 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530


Rachel Anne Ruotolo

(516) 742-3404
999 Franklin Ave – 3rd Floor
Garden City, NY 11530


Tina K Funt

(516) 747-7778
229 7Th St – Suite 105
Garden City, NY 11530


Roger Simpson

(516) 535-6744
999 Franklin Avenue
Garden City, NY 11530


Peter Oneill

(516) 739-1141
226 7Th St # 103
Garden City, NY 11599


Ledisage Cosmetic Surgery

(516) 222-4530
901 Stewart Ave
Garden City, NY 11530


De Mento, Frank J – Frank J De Mento Association

(516) 746-1227
520 Franklin Ave, #229
Garden City, NY 11530


Kaveh Alizadeh

516-742-3404
999 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530


Paul Edgar Hilton

417-623-7939
765 Stewart Ave
Garden City, NY 11530


Daly Theodore J Faafd Fasd Pc

1-516-227-3376
877 Stewart Ave
Garden City, NY 11530


Long Island Plastic Surgical Group , P C

1-516-742-3404
999 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530


Christopher Kruse

(516) 746-1227
520 Franklin Avenue Suite 229
Garden City, NY 11599


Rachel Ruotolo

(516) 742-3404
999 Franklin Avenue Suite 300
Garden City, NY 11530


Mole Removal FAQ in Garden City, NY

Can a doctor tell if a mole is cancerous just by looking at it?

A visual check of your skin only finds moles that may be cancer. It can’t tell you for sure that you have it. The only way to diagnose the condition is with a test called a biopsy. If your doctor thinks a mole is a problem, they will give you a shot of numbing medicine, then scrape off as much of the mole as possible.

What not to do after mole removal?

Shaving at or near the site. Strenuous activity. Using any skin cleansers, peroxide or other irritants. Prolonged exposure to water. Medications that may cause bleeding.

Why am I getting more moles as I get older?

You can also develop moles during childhood and early adulthood. Sun exposure and other drivers behind aging skin can lead to nevi as an older adult. Some moles can become cancerous, but the majority are harmless — this is why it’s important to always get a dermatologist’s take on any moles in question.

Do you need stitches after mole removal?

Stitches are placed depending on the depth of the mole. They may be placed deeper, where they are absorbed by the body and do not have to be removed. Stitches also may be placed on the surface of the skin. Surface stitches may need to be removed later.

How fast does melanoma spread?

Melanoma can grow very quickly. It can become life-threatening in as little as 6 weeks and, if untreated, it can spread to other parts of the body. Melanoma can appear on skin not normally exposed to the sun. Nodular melanoma is a highly dangerous form of melanoma that looks different from common melanomas.

How long can you have a cancerous mole without knowing?

For example, certain types of skin cancer can be diagnosed initially just by visual inspection — though a biopsy is necessary to confirm the diagnosis. But other cancers can form and grow undetected for 10 years or more , as one study found, making diagnosis and treatment that much more difficult.

What are raised moles called?

Intradermal Nevi Another name for these moles is “dermal nevi.” The melanocytes that make up an intradermal nevus are located in the dermis (below the dermo-epidermal junction). This mass of melanocytes pushes the cells above it upward, resulting in the flesh-colored bump that is noted on the surface of the skin.

What product kills moles?

Application: TALPIRID Mole Killer is a worm-shaped mole bait scientifically proven to kill moles in lawns and gardens. Moles usually die in their tunnels, often within 12-24 hours of ingesting the TALPIRID bait.

How long does mole surgery take?

A mole removal process can take anywhere from 10 minutes to 1 hour depending on the size and depth of the mole. Stitches may remain for 2-4 weeks post-removal.

How much is mole removal on face?

The cost of removing a mole without insurance in 2022 ranges between $150 – $400. Removal costs vary based on the size and location of the mole, biopsy cost, if repeated removals are needed, post-operative treatment, and reason for removal. A certified dermatologist will complete the procedure on an outpatient basis.