Skin And Scar Surgery

Plastic surgeons have the most experience and knowledge to solve problems related to skin moles and scars. Dr. Mosher will discuss with you the safest and best solutions to solve these problems with the least conspicuous scar possible.

Most moles and other blemishes are benign or non-cancerous. However, a mole can be a cancerous growth, and it is always best to get medical advice if you notice a mole that suddenly changes in size, shape, or color, or that bleeds, itches, or becomes painful.

Many patients may want a mole removed simply because it is unattractive.
Most procedures used to remove moles and skin lesions take only a short time and can be performed in-office. Usually a mole will not return once it has been removed. The most common methods of removal include removing the mole by shearing off the mole or cutting out the entire mole and stitching the area closed (excision).

 
It is impossible to remove scars permanently, but it is possible to improve the appearance of a scar. This is where plastic surgeons can give you the best advice. Scars are greatly influenced by the nature of the original injury, the location on the body, your skin color, and, perhaps most importantly, your body's healing systems.

Scar surgery can often improve the alignment of skin edges to avoid irregularities that make the scar visible. The orientation of the scar can be modified to more naturally fall within normal skin creases. Physician-directed skin care and lasers can improve the color of scars to allow them to blend in better. Finally, Dr. Mosher will consider medical treatments that give your body the best opportunity to achieve a discreet scar.

Most skin surgery of this nature is done in the office using local anesthesia. A specific solution will be discussed during your consultation.