Mole Removal Portage MI

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

Local Businesses

Paul Wen-Shan Wang

269-343-4679
6100 Newport Rd Ste 100
Portage, MI 49002


Gerald Dennis Karabin

269-343-4679
6100 Newport Rd Ste 100
Portage, MI 49002


Kang, Robert H – Kang Robert H

(269) 329-2900
N14W23900 Stone Ridge Dr
Portage, MI 49081


Michael Nave

(269) 372-3000
7901 S. 12Th Street Suite 100
Portage, MI 49024


Kalamazoo Dermatology Pc

(269) 343-4679
6100 Newport Rd, Ste 100
Portage, MI 49002


Elluru Raghu G

1-269-375-2300
4855 West Centre Avenue
Portage, MI 49024


Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery

(269)329-2900
6308 8Th Ave # 104
Portage, MI 49024


Alan Messinger

(269) 372-3000
7901 S. 12Th Street Suite 100
Portage, MI 49024


Gerald D Karabin

(269) 343-4679
6100 Newport Rd – Suite 100
Portage, MI 49002


Mohney, Craig

269-321-1705
7775 Angling Rd
Portage, MI 49024


Weston, William

219-324-1790
6100 Newport Rd Ste 100
Portage, MI 49002


David Charles Semler

(269) 321-7546
7775 Angling Rd
Portage, MI 49024


Scott Holley

(269) 329-2900
N2950 State Road 67
Portage, MI 49024


Plastic Surgery Of Kalamazoo P C

(269)372-3000
6308 8Th Avenue Suite 104
Portage, MI 49024


Semler, David C – Southwest Michigan Dermatology

(269) 321-7546
7775 Angling Rd
Portage, MI 49024


William Frederick Weston

269-343-4679
6100 Newport Rd Ste 100
Portage, MI 49002


Elluru, Raghu G – Great Lakes Hand Surgery

(269) 329-2900
N4W22370 Bluemound Rd # 100
Portage, MI 49081


Kang Robert H

1-269-375-2300
4855 West Centre Avenue
Portage, MI 49024


Great Lakes Plastic Surgery

(269) 329-2900
6308 8Th Ave # 104
Portage, MI 49024


Messinger Alan S

1-269-372-3000
7901 South 12Th Street Suite 100
Portage, MI 49024


Mole Removal FAQ in Portage, MI

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.

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.

What causes moles?

Moles are caused when cells in the skin called melanocytes grow in clusters. Melanocytes are generally distributed throughout the skin. They produce melanin, the natural pigment that gives skin its color.

Is mole removal a big deal?

Generally, mole removal is a quick procedure and can be done in a single visit to your dermatologist. Your doctor will first inject a local anesthetic to the area around the mole. In this way, you won’t feel any pain during your mole removal surgery. They then cut the mole out, along with a precancerous skin spot.

What are 4 types of moles?

Four Different Types of Moles There are 4 common types of moles: congenital moles, dysplastic nevi, acquired nevi, and spitz nevi. Below are the differences between each.

How do you prevent moles?

Remove food sources. Moles feed on grubs and insects. Use nontoxic mole repellent. Spray your lawn and mole tunnel entrances with a homemade mixture of three parts castor oil and one part dish soap. Plant a barrier garden. Use ultrasonic repellents. Dig a trench. Use repellent granules.

How much does it cost to remove a lot of moles?

There is no standard price for laser mole removal, but most people can expect to pay between $150 to $1500 to remove moles. While this may seem like a steep price curve, it must be noted that the higher costs are related to the removal of multiple moles rather than a single mole.

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 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 do I permanently remove til from my face?

Baking Soda – A mixture of baking soda and castor oil mix is also well known for this purpose. The baking soda reacts with the mole and dries out the cells of the mole. Using this remedy regularly will possibly be beneficial in removing the mole from the face permanently.