Brentwood, TN
A Smoother, Clearer Surface
A mole can be harmless while still interfering with shaving, rubbing against clothing, or drawing attention in a visible area. Franklin Skin and Laser offers mole removal near Brentwood, TN, for patients who want an unwanted growth assessed and treated with a method suited to its size, depth, location, and clinical features.
A mole is a skin growth formed by clusters of melanocytes, the cells responsible for pigment. Moles may be brown, black, tan, pink, or close to your natural skin tone. Some lie flat, while others are raised, textured, or covered with hair. Genetics, hormone changes, and sun exposure can affect the number and appearance of moles across the body. Most moles are benign and do not require treatment. Cosmetic mole removal may still be considered when a non-cancerous mole causes irritation or makes you feel self-conscious.
Changes Worth Checking
Changes in a mole’s appearance require medical attention before cosmetic removal. Schedule an evaluation if you notice a change in color, border, shape, size, height, or texture. A mole that becomes itchy, painful, tender, or prone to bleeding should also be examined. Suspicious moles and atypical moles may require assessment by a dermatologist and a biopsy to check for skin cancer. Melanoma can be life-threatening, so laser removal should never replace an appropriate medical evaluation.
Mole removal may provide:
The benefits depend on the mole, treatment area, and removal procedure selected.
Finding the Right Fit
You may be a candidate if you want to remove moles for cosmetic reasons or because a growth causes recurring irritation. The surrounding skin should be free from infection and active inflammation. Dr. Steven Bengelsdorf will examine the growth, review your medical history, and discuss the expected cosmetic outcome. Not all moles are appropriate for laser treatment. If a lesion appears suspicious, he may recommend further evaluation before proceeding.
Your Mole Removal Options
Franklin Skin and Laser offers several techniques for benign mole and lesion removal. The best choice depends on the growth’s depth, location, appearance, and potential for scarring.
Laser mole removal uses focused energy to reduce selected benign growths. Laser removal may suit certain small or superficial moles when controlled treatment is preferred. It does not provide tissue for laboratory examination, so it should only be used after the growth has been assessed.
Liquid nitrogen freezes selected superficial lesions. The treated tissue forms a crust and sheds as new skin develops beneath it. This method may suit certain benign growths but is not appropriate for every mole.
During a shave excision, the raised portion of a mole is removed with a surgical blade. This technique can smooth the area without deeper cutting or stitches in some cases. The removed tissue may be sent for examination when indicated.
Surgical excision removes the entire mole along with a small margin of surrounding skin. Stitches may be used to close the wound. This option may be recommended for deeper growths or moles that need a biopsy.
A punch biopsy removes a small, circular section of skin for testing. Other minimally invasive removal procedures may be considered for localized growths based on their clinical features.
From Evaluation to Treatment
Your appointment begins with an examination of the mole and surrounding skin. Dr. Bengelsdorf will explain the available techniques, potential for scarring, expected healing time, and reason for recommending one procedure.
Local anesthesia may be used to reduce pain and discomfort. Many mole removal procedures can be completed during one office visit, though treatment time depends on the number and type of growths being addressed.
Protecting Your Skin as It Heals
Healing time depends on the mole’s size, location, and removal method. Redness, swelling, tenderness, or crusting may last from a few days to a few weeks. Surgical excision can require a longer recovery than treatment of a small superficial lesion.
Proper wound care helps prevent infection, promote healing, and minimize scarring. Keep the area clean and follow all aftercare instructions. Avoid scratching, rubbing, or placing tension on the wound. If stitches are used, you’ll receive instructions for their removal. Protect the healing skin from sun exposure. Ask Dr. Bengelsdorf before applying sunscreen, scar creams, or other products to the treatment site.
Results, Scarring, and Regrowth
Once the area heals, the treated mole should no longer be visible, though a mark or scar may remain. Larger or deeper removal procedures have a greater risk of scarring. The scar often softens and fades with time. A mole may return if cells remain beneath the skin, and new moles can form elsewhere on the body. Have any regrowth examined if its color, shape, or texture changes.
Personalized Care and Clear Pricing
Mole removal cost depends on the number of growths, their size and depth, and the technique used. A small laser treatment will have a different cost than surgical excision or biopsy. You’ll receive a treatment recommendation and price estimate after your consultation.
Surgical and Laser Experience
Dr. Steven Bengelsdorf is a board-certified surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. His experience with surgical and laser techniques allows patients to consider several removal options in one compassionate environment. Franklin Skin and Laser has served Middle Tennessee since 2006. Brentwood patients visit our Franklin office for physician-led care and clear information that helps them make informed decisions about their skin.
Take the Next Step
Contact Franklin Skin and Laser to have an unwanted or irritating mole evaluated by Dr. Bengelsdorf. Our office is located at 103 International Drive, Suite 106, in Franklin, near Cool Springs and a short drive from Brentwood. Schedule your consultation or call (615) 595-8177.
Surgical and Laser Experience
Dr. Steven Bengelsdorf is a board-certified surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. His experience with surgical and laser techniques allows patients to consider several removal options in one compassionate environment. Franklin Skin and Laser has served Middle Tennessee since 2006. Brentwood patients visit our Franklin office for physician-led care and clear information that helps them make informed decisions about their skin.
No. At-home cutting, burning, or chemical products can cause bleeding, infection, scarring, and delays in diagnosing cancerous growths.
Any procedure that breaks the skin can leave a scar. Its appearance depends on the mole, removal method, wound care, location, and your healing response.
A mole can return if cells remain in the skin. Contact a doctor if a mole grows back or develops a change in color, shape, or texture.
Removal of a confirmed benign mole is often a low-risk procedure when performed by a qualified medical provider. Bleeding, infection, pigment changes, discomfort, and scarring remain possible.
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