Multiple benign skin lesions, such as cysts, moles, skin tags, cysts and areas of discolouration may be removed or reduced with minor surgery or laser treatments. All such lesions are always examined carefully to ensure that there is no underlying malignancy (skin cancers, etc).
Lesions can vary from small vascular tumours which can be treated with laser to larger ones needing resection and repair
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A skin cancer can destroy the facial tissues, necessitating reconstruction
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The use of flaps and grafts together with the application of applied surface and cross-sectional anatomy allows us to preserve the function of facial tissues whilst giving very reasonable cosmetic results
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Removal of mole on the upper lid with preservation of the normal eyelid shape and architecture
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Removal of mole on the upper lid with preservation of the normal eyelid shape and architecture
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What are moles, lesions, tags, cysts and blemishes?
A mole is any raised lesion, although many moles will be smooth, but lesions may be smooth or rough! Skin tags are benign growths from the epidermis and dermis. Cysts are fluid-containing lesions with clear or white fluid within them. Blemishes are generally red or brow lesions, sometimes caused by proliferating blood
vessels and at other times by pigment.
vessels and at other times by pigment.
Some growths will affect the eye and the white of the eye necessitating reconstruction after removal
"Well, the last time I had a picture taken I could hardly see my eyes because of the weight of heavy eyelid. Then I paid attention to how I was actually using my eyes and I really noticed when I was looking at anything especially the computer I was straining my forehead to see better. Since I have had it done I no longer have to lift the forehead and tilt my head to see. It is amazing! I love..." D. Rock 63 Yrs Old with Fat Droopy Eyes - Salt Lake City, UT
I never had moles or tags and now look at me…
We become like our parents! Over time, we all develop skin lesions. These are especially common on the neck, chest and back, but arms and legs may also be affected. Many of these lesions have romantic names like Campbell de Morgan spots, but look anything but romantic. Some moles will have hair growing from them, whilst others may be smooth. Often, patients will complain that some of these lesions become tender when pressure is applied to them. So back lesions may become tender because of weight being applied when sleeping. At other times, lesions
may rub on clothing (bra straps, etc).
may rub on clothing (bra straps, etc).
Laser treatment of moles, raised and flat by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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Laser treatment of moles, raised and flat by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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Treatment of multiple moles, lesions and blemishes with the laser beam
Should I have moles or tags removed?
If clinical examination does not show anything suspicious, there is no reason to have any of these lesions removed. If, however, they bother you cosmetically, one can have them removed safely. The choice should always be yours.
Repair of large defects necessitates using a combination of techniques
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This was a kissing pigmented nevus which we removed with surgery and laser
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How are these moles and lesions treated?
Under local anesthesia, a number of techniques may be used, ranging from the use of lasers to a scalpel to surgical scissors to electro-cautery to radiofrequency. The aim is always to use the modality that gives the best result with the least amount of scarring. Lasers may be used for some pigmented or vascular lesions. Chemical peels may be used for certain pigmented lesions.
This large pigmented cheek lesion was treated with laser. Many different type of lasers (different wavelengths) are used for moles and lesions of different sizes, color and depth
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Multiple brown and red spots need multiple laser treatments but give nice results on the neck, chest, face and hands
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How will my scars look?
By and large, the scars should look considerably better than the lesions removed. Small areas of pinkness
may persist for a few weeks, however. Cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeons apply the techniques that give the best results when removing moles or when repairing larger defects. Function and form always go together!
may persist for a few weeks, however. Cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeons apply the techniques that give the best results when removing moles or when repairing larger defects. Function and form always go together!
Sometimes, removal of cancerous lesions results in the loss of part or the whole of the eyelid. Again, reconstruction can give us nice results
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Reconstruction after removal of moles or cancer requires proper planning of the reconstruction. The result can be very satisfying
No reconstruction can be performed without some scars, but with proper plastic surgery techniques, these can be kept to a minimum
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When should I have moles and lesions removed?
Small lesions are relatively simple to remove and repair. Larger lesions may require more extensive surgery and surgical flaps to repair the defects. Large cystic tumours may be deeper in the tissues and need sedation anesthesia.
If in doubt, ask and we will guide you.
If in doubt, ask and we will guide you.
Some growths can affect the eye. These can interfere with vision or give double vision and need to be removed and reconstructed
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Other lesions are just cosmetic blemishes but can be improved with appropriate lasers
Some blemishes are white and will require treatment of the surrounding tissues to allow one to camouflage them
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is cosmetic mole removal worth it?
Moles can cause blemishes on the skin, especially when on the face. Not all moles bother people, but the obvious ones can be removed safely using a combination of techniques to give a very nice result. The aim should always be to have the final result look considerably better than the mole or moles!
Removal of select moles that bother the patient with lasers and other tools yields very nice results
Who can remove moles with minimal scarring?
Most cosmetically trained plastic surgeons and cosmetic dermatologists will have the experience and, most importantly, the required tools (lasers, etc), to give the best possible results with mole removal.
Removal of multiple raised as well as flat mols using a combination of techniques including lasers, surgery and suturing by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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Raised and flat moles are common on the back. Here, the lesions were removed and reduced in size in preparation for an upcoming wedding by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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can moles be removed when they grow on the eye or the orbit?
Many "moles" growing on the eyeball are cancerous and should be removed with great care and using specialized techniques to ensure complete removal. Reconstruction by properly trained plastic surgeons will yield very nice results as seen below. All moles are not created equal and should be examined carefully prior to any intervention.
Removal of cancerous "mole" growing on an eyeball by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS in Salt Lake City and St. George, Utah: Beautiful cosmetic tumor removal
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Pigmented lesions on the body or the eyeball should be treated with great attention to the proper diagnosis. Removal and repair will yield nice results. Tumor resection and repair with cosmetic results in mind by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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Is it better to remove moles with a laser or surgery?
Whenever a mole looks suspicious, a biopsy will be performed and the appropriate treatment then rendered. Superficial moles which are benign can be treated beautifully with lasers. Deeper ones, even when benign, may require a surgical resection and repair. Horses for courses.....
Lesion on the lower eyelid which was cystic was treated neither with lasers nor surgical resection. Proper drainage and injection with anti-scarring drugs gave us an excellent result. Surgery by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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Laser removal of pigmented raised moles on the lower eyelid by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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I had moles removed by someone and I now have white scars which look worse than the moles. Can these be improved??
If the depth and type of mole is misjudged, treatment can lead to scarring which may take the form of loss of pigment. These white lesions (sometimes cruelly called "old lady spots" because of past treatments with liquid Nitrogen which can lead to loss of pigment) can be wide and also depressed. Treatment may entail resection and repair. Dr. BCK Patel has had great success with reducing the appearance of such lesions with a combination of lasers.
Treatment of wide white scars that appeared after multiple moles were removed using unknown techniques. We improved these using a combination of lasers and with sequential treatments
Why should i have moles removed by a reputable plastic surgeon trained in advanced cosmetic and reconstructive techniques?
If the depth and type of mole is misjudged, treatment can lead to scarring which may take the form of loss of pigment. These white lesions (sometimes cruelly called "old lady spots" because of past treatments with liquid Nitrogen which can lead to loss of pigment) can be wide and also depressed. Treatment may entail resection and repair. Dr. BCK Patel has had great success with reducing the appearance of such lesions with a combination of lasers.
Resection and removal of a large tumor (basal cell carcinoma), using advanced flaps and grafts yielding a beautiful cosmetic result. Surgery by Dr. BCK Patel MD, FRCS
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As with mole removal, defects left after Mohs resection of tumors (squamous cell carcinoma here) should be repaired using the best flaps and grafts to reconstruct the important structures like brows, eyelid position, preservation of hair, restoration of normal anatomy and minimal scarring. The same principles are applied by a reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon to all surgeries, be it cosmetic or reconstructive
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