Important Questions about Mole Removal and Skin Tag Removal

There are many popular treatments commonly used to remove moles. Some of these include laser, freezing, excision and radiofrequency ablation. All of these methods have their advantages and disadvantages, you just have to find the method that best suits your needs. Here at Mole Removal Temecula we use radiosurgery for both mole removals and skin tag removals. Our board-certified surgeon believes that his method is the best option, especially for those who are worried about scarring. With this technique, radiofrequency ablation heat is used to remove the mole gently and precisely. This leads to little to no scarring and permanent results and you wont need to come back for another session.

Shaving off a mole is a safe technique and it’s commonly used with dermatologists and at medical spas. With this method a doctor will use a scalpel to shave off the mole, going through various layers of skin until reaching the root. Although it’s considered a safe method, it’s extremely harsh on the skin and can cause severe scarring. Make sure to talk with your healthcare provider to discuss which method is best suited for you and your case. Our office typically does not recommend mole shaving with a scalpel for various reasons. It is best to consult with one of our mole removal surgeons during a consultation at our office prior to making any decisions about treatment plans.

We highly discourage people from removing a mole at home or use any DIY kit to remove a mole. At home mole removals are dangerous and often lead to an infection. These types of treatments are never effective, the mole has a strong likelihood of growing back. At home mole removal can also cause severe scarring, which does not go away easily or at all. Also, there are many over the counter mole removal pens, creams and solutions that are sold in stores and online. All of these products and medications are extremely unsafe to use because they are not regulated by the FDA. They can cause more harm than good. They can also destroy the lesion making it harder for dermatologists to check for skin cancerous moles afterwards. This means that the skin cancer could spread unnecessarily and you would not know.

Some at-home dangerous remedies that are NOT recommended include: 

• Apple cider vinegar
• Garlic or oregano oil
• Castor oil or baking soda
• Lemon juice and tea tree oil
• Hydrogen peroxide, aloe vera, coconut oil, iodine
• H-mole Formula
• Fibroblast Plasma Pen

At our clinic only one session is needed to remove a mole as our results are permanent. Most of our patients get the procedure done right after their consultation. The only reason one would need to have another appointment is if they are getting various moles treated that require more time. In that case, we can plan for two sessions and break the time up. We pride ourselves in providing efficient care for our patients, so we make sure our patient waiting time and flow is quick and professional. For patients who are removing more than 10 moles or skin tags, we offer special package pricing and sessions so that you get the best price for the procedure. Additionally, we have our own private parking lot for free parking for patients, so you never have to worry about parking when you come for your mole removal session.