Mole Removal South Pasadena CA

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

Local Businesses

Vance Larry Polich

626-449-8910
1018 Glen Oaks Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91105


Warren C Stout Inc

(626) 449-6494
5725 West Las Positas Suite 200
Pasadena, CA 91101


Mcandrews Paul

(626) 405-1155
50 Alessandro Pl
Pasadena, CA 91105


Lenore Kakita

626-584-9933
225 S Euclid Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101


Su, Thomas

401 S Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105


Elisabeth Shim

626-564-4262
Cotton South Medical Building,50 Alessandro Place,Suite 130
Pasadena, CA 91105


Ent Associates

1-626-577-5550
50 Alessandro Place Suite 230
Pasadena, CA 91105


Kevin Michael Ruhge

626-397-9095
50 Alessandro Pl Ste 300
Pasadena, CA 91105


Warren Cole Stout

626-449-6494
800 E Colorado Blvd Ste 450
Pasadena, CA 91101


Laser Hair Removal, Dr Robert B Seltzer

(626) 381-9954
960 E Green St, Ste 108
Pasadena, CA 91106


Vaccaro, Seth

626-568-1622
800 Fairmount Ave Ste 425
Pasadena, CA 91105


Gordon Hiroshi Sasaki

626-796-3373
800 Fairmount Ave Ste 319
Pasadena, CA 91105


Taylor Plastic Surgery Center

(626) 577-7730
100 N Wiget Ln Ste 100
Pasadena, CA 91106


Hung Vincent C

1-626-432-5032
800 Fairmount Avenue Suite 320
Pasadena, CA 91105


Mary Alice Flynn

626-795-0287
104 N Madison Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101


Grenier, Donna

626-449-4207
960 E Green St Ste 330
Pasadena, CA 91106


Rigor Dermatology And Laser Center

(626) 844-3884
675 S Arroyo Pky, Ste 100
Pasadena, CA 91101


Ronald O Rigor

(626) 844-3844
675 S Arroyo Pkwy – 100-B
Pasadena, CA 91105


Robert Seltzer

626-449-3830
960 E Green St
Pasadena, CA 91106


Paul Joseph Mcandrews

626-405-1155
50 Alessandro Pl Ste 115 Pasadena, Ca
Pasadena, CA 91105


Mole Removal FAQ in South Pasadena, CA

Can facial moles be removed?

Moles, particularly non-cancerous ones, can be easily removed with a minor surgical procedure. This type of mole removal can be done in an outpatient setting. Moles can be surgically removed, burned away or shaved off. There is a minor risk of infection, but side effects are generally minor.

Can you buy mole removal over the counter?

Currently, there are no U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs for treating moles, seborrheic keratoses, or skin tags.

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 long after mole removal can I shower?

Remove the dressing applied after 24 hours. It’s okay to shower and wash with a mild soap once the dressing is off.

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 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.

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.

What percentage of moles removed are cancerous?

What percentage can we expect? A study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology suggests around 7% of suspicious mole removal is cancerous. This number drops when accounting for all moles removed, as most are benign (non-cancerous).

How does vinegar get rid of moles?

Soak a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar. Secure the cotton ball to your skin tag with a bandage. Remove it after 10 to 15 minutes. Wash the area with soap and warm water. Allow the area to dry — don’t put a bandage over the skin tag. Repeat daily for two weeks.

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.

Is melanoma flat or raised?

It usually appears as a round, raised lump on the surface of the skin that is pink, red, brown or black and feels firm to touch. It may develop a crusty surface that bleeds easily. It is usually found on sun-damaged skin on the head and neck.

Do moles get bigger with age?

New moles appear during childhood and adolescence. As the child grows, the moles will naturally get bigger. It’s also normal for moles on a child’s skin to darken or lighten. Some moles fade away.

What happens if you don’t remove cancerous moles?

Leaving Melanoma Untreated Warning signs to look for in moles may include itching, bleeding, blurred edges and changes in colour. In as little as 6 weeks melanoma can put your life at risk as it has the ability to grow quickly and spread to other parts of your body including your organs.

Why do I get more moles as I age?

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.

When is melanoma too late?

What are the signs of late-stage skin cancer? Melanoma is considered stage 4 when it has metastasized to lymph nodes in a part of the body far from the original tumor or if it has metastasized to internal organs like the lungs, liver, brain, bone or gastrointestinal tract.