Mole Removal Myrtle Beach SC

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

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Joan M Wiss

(843) 449-0453
917 Medical Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572


Mardesich, Patrick – Facial Aesthetic Ctr

(843) 294-1990
3700 Palmetto Pointe Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575


Borowicz, Ashley – Surgical Assoc Vascular Lab

(843) 449-3333
923 Medical Cir
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575


Bornfreund, Jonathan – Bornfreund Jonathan

(843) 215-5000
4301 Highway 544
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575


Robert Bibb

(843) 449-0453
917 Medical Cir
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572


Ralph Cozart

(843) 497-7771
1021 Cipriana Drive Suite 230
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572


Christopher Brian Skvarka

(843) 215-1100
3001 Newcastle Loop
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588


Cunningham, Calhoun D – Coastal Carolina Otlrynglgy

(843) 449-6449
915 Medical Cir
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575


Skvarka, Christopher

843-215-1100
3001 Newcastle Loop
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588


Myrtle Beach Dermatology

(843) 449-9140
4573 Oleander Dr
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577


Ralph Foster Cozart

843-497-7771
1021 Medical Cir
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572


Grand Strand Plastic & Reconstructve Srgry Center P A

1-843-497-3416
4610 Oleander Drive Suite 101
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577


En Face Cosmetic Laser Rjvntn

(843) 215-2525
3012 Newcastle Loop
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575


Cunningham Calhoun D

1-843-449-6449
915 Medical Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572


The Facial Aesthetic Center

(843) 294-1990

Myrtle Beach, SC 29588


Facial Aesthetic Center

(843) 294-1990
3700 Palmetto Pointe Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588


Kimberley B. C. Goh

(843) 497-2227
Suite 101 4610 Oleander Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577


Grand Strand Plastic Surgery

(843) 497-2227
4610 Oleander Dr Ste 101
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577


Hussey, Richard

843-497-5110
4573 Oleander Dr
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577


White Sr, Steven K – Carolina Coastal Plastic Surg

(843) 448-9977
1275 21St Ave N
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575


Mole Removal FAQ in Myrtle Beach, SC

Do skin moles have roots?

Compound Nevus: Pigmented moles which are protruding out of skin surface and also have deeper roots. Intradermal Nevus: Moles that have deeper roots and have been present for many years. Most of these moles have lost their pigmentation over the years and present as skin colored protruding moles.

Do mole removal creams work?

Mayoral Dermatology strongly advises you do not use mole removal creams. They don’t work, they can leave scars and pits and you really don’t know what kind of “natural” ingredients are in the cream since many of them are not regulated by the FDA.

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.

How long do stitches stay in after mole removal?

The stitches from a surgical mole excision are usually removed 1–2 weeks following the treatment.

How fast can a mole turn into melanoma?

Although there are rare cases of rapidly growing melanomas, most melanomas grow very slowly — over the course of several years — during which time the mole changes in ways that often can be spotted by eye. This highlights the importance of knowing the features that make a mole concerning and what to do if you spot one.

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

Use a hand-held mirror to look at areas that are hard to see. One part of a mole or birthmark doesn’t match the other. The edges are irregular, ragged, notched, or blurred. The color is not the same all over and may include shades of brown or black, sometimes with patches of pink, red, white, or blue.

When should I be concerned about a mole?

Dermatologists recommend that you examine your skin every month. Most moles are benign (non-cancerous). If you notice changes in a mole’s color or appearance, have your mole evaluated by a dermatologist. You also should have moles checked if they bleed, ooze, itch, appear scaly, or become tender or painful.

What is the fastest way to get rid of a mole on your face?

Most moles can be removed quickly by numbing the skin around the mole with a local anaesthetic and cutting away the lesion. This is performed as an outpatient procedure, and you will be able to leave once the wound has been stitched.

Can you remove moles by yourself?

Between the cosmetic risks, potential for incorrect removal and very real risk of not properly addressing a dangerous skin cancer, Dr. Sarnoff says trying to remove a mole at home is highly inadvisable. “I would never recommend at-home mole or skin tag removal,” she says.

How painful is mole removal?

Whether you have surgical excision or shaving to remove a mole, the procedure is quick and shouldn’t hurt once the area is numb. After the procedure, you may have stinging or burning around the area for a few days.

How does a cancerous mole look like?

Border that is irregular: The edges are often ragged, notched, or blurred in outline. The pigment may spread into the surrounding skin. Color that is uneven: Shades of black, brown, and tan may be present. Areas of white, gray, red, pink, or blue may also be seen.

Do moles grow back?

Mole cells can cause the mole to regrow on the skin into its original shape and size. Do not assume that mole regrowth is a sign of cancer. Noncancerous moles have the same chance of regrowth as cancerous moles do. To prevent a mole from growing back, the entire thing must be removed.

What is inside a mole?

Moles are made of cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are found scattered throughout our skin and are the cells that make our skin become tan by generating a pigment called melanin. A mole is made of many melanocyte cells clustered together.

Is a cancerous mole raised or flat?

The most common type of melanoma usually appears as a flat or barely raised lesion with irregular edges and different colours. Fifty per cent of these melanomas occur in preexisting moles.