Removal of moles with a laser. Price, reviews

Moles, warts, seborrheic keratosis are not only an aesthetic, but in some cases also a medical problem. Most lesions are benign, but sometimes the cells progress, destroying healthy tissue, therefore it is better to remove them. The most painless and minimally traumatic way to get rid of moles is the laser removal method, and the price of the procedure is affordable for any category of citizens.

Indications for laser removal of moles

Moles are benign melanocytic formation in medicine known as nevi. They are a collection of pigmented cells that appear on the skin in the form of black or brown spots. There are different types of moles. Although in most cases they are harmless, some of them may be unattractive from a cosmetic point of view or, in very rare cases, become cancerous.

Moles can appear on any part of the body, and according to research, by the time a person reaches adulthood, they may have between 10 and 40 moles. With age, some disappear, while others change color or increase in size.

A nevus is formed when a group of cells called melanocytes join together and grow in a cluster at a specific location on the body. They can be flat or protruding. The different types include congenital moles (formed in a child during childbirth) and acquired ones that appear at a later age. However, if moles start to hurt, itch, or bleed, grow rapidly, or asymmetry develops, it is advisable to consult a dermatologist.

What moles are not recommended by doctors to remove with a laser:

• Non-vascular, of various shapes and colors.
• Nevi are blue. These are dense, more than 2 cm in size neoplasms that rise above the skin.
• Vascular nevi or hemangiomas. These are hanging nodules of a red or pink hue.
• Lentigo. Pigmented spots formed from melanocytes.
• Moles are gigantic. These are congenital neoplasms that occupy a large area on the body, which often degenerate into melanomas.
• Moles are convex. They are located in the middle layer of the epidermis, have a smooth surface, no more than 1 cm in size. Sometimes they are found with the hairline.

Removing moles with a laser (the price depends on the size of the fragment to be removed) is an effective way to get rid of a nevus. This method is best suited for benign growths that present aesthetic problems. The method is more effective than the traditional surgical method because it ensures that the surrounding areas are not affected when the mole is removed. Scars remaining after removal are also minimal.

With the help of a laser, you can remove angiomas - red moles that occur due to a malfunction in the vascular system. These red dots, which have grown from blood vessels, appear on the surface of the epithelium.

Removal of angiomas should be carried out at the initial stage of their development, since further treatment is difficult. A further complication is that a network of capillaries is formed around the central arteriole. In this case, a single removal of the main small artery will not give a positive result. A series of laser procedures will be required to completely remove the angioma.

Nevi are considered to be the cause of the development of melanomas. Before deciding on removal, you should see how moles behave on the body. If skin changes are visible on moles, laser removal is not recommended.

You can independently check if there are skin changes and if there are risks indicating possible cancer:

• edges become uneven and blurry;
• itching appears in the nevus area, dry crust, peeling;
• asymmetry of the pigmented spot is observed;
• nodules form, the surface begins to get wet;
• the nevus is bleeding;
• in a short time, the mole has increased by more than a millimeter.

With a combination of several factors, you should contact a medical institution to study the neoplasm and decide on the feasibility and methods of elimination.

Benefits of the laser mole removal procedure

Removal of moles with a laser (the price depends on the qualifications of the doctor, the equipment of the clinic) is performed using a high-precision LED laser that does not damage the inner layer of the skin. The method is based on the natural healing and regeneration process of the dermis, and therefore the best aesthetic results are achieved, without marks or scars.

In addition, the process does not involve stitching, which is the main cause of scarring. The laser seals the skin by acting on the tissue. This minimizes bleeding. The likelihood of contamination is also reduced and the surface remains smooth. The procedure takes little time and heals quickly. The technique is most suitable for the cosmetic removal of moles.

The treatment is non-invasive and has better results than other methods. Usually 1 session is carried out, without the need for repeated procedures.

Benefits of laser removal	Disadvantages of the procedure
Speed ​​and painlessness due to short-term and dosed exposure to the laser beam.	For moles with deeply rooted roots, laser removal may not be the best solution.
Bloodless operation and no scars after it.	Treatment is effective only on superficial moles and age spots.
With the help of a laser, it is convenient to reach hard-to-reach areas of the body.	In the case of deep roots of the mole, sometimes it is necessary to resort to surgical interventions after laser removal.
Unlike surgery, a laser can remove several moles in one session.	Moles are completely destroyed during the procedure, so further examination for possible cancer is not possible. Laser treatment of a mole also does not guarantee that the surrounding tissue that has already been attacked will be completely removed.
No damage to healthy tissue, the ability to affect the mole at full depth.
Fast healing after the procedure and the absence of inflammation, since there is no direct contact between the body and the instrument, and the laser beam itself has a bactericidal effect.

Laser removal can be useful as a preventive measure to prevent possible skin changes and cancer development in a timely manner. Dermatologists often recommend this method, especially for people with a hereditary predisposition.

Preparing for the procedure

Removal of moles does not require special preparation. Before prescribing a laser procedure, you should be examined by a dermatologist, and, if necessary, by an oncologist. The cost of the operation depends on the localization of the nevus, its size, and the doctor's qualifications.

If you suspect a malignant neoplasm, you will need to undergo an examination:

• donate blood for a general analysis;
• to investigate blood clotting;
• analyze blood for tumor markers.

Despite the ease and availability of the operation, the procedure has some contraindications. It should be discarded by people who are allergic to laser procedures.

Rarely, there is a change in skin pigmentation, but over time everything returns to normal. The laser is not recommended for people with skin diseases, weak immunity, birthmark degeneration into a malignant neoplasm.

Doctors do not recommend getting rid of neoplasms for women during the period of gestation and lactation.

How is the procedure for laser removal of moles carried out?

The procedure is performed using a laser, Erbium YAG, which emits extremely short pulses of infrared energy (2940 nm) during surgery. The wavelength provides precise tissue ablation (vaporization) without thermal damage. Tissue studies show that lasers very accurately remove thin layers of skin or tissue with each pass (pulse). Erbium laser is used in a variety of procedures, including skin resurfacing, removal of lesions, tattoos and scars.

1. First, a local anesthetic is injected onto the skin around the mole. Lidocaine or scandicaine are commonly used.
2. Before and after anesthesia, the corresponding skin area is thoroughly disinfected.
3. Thereafter, a laser beam is applied. During the removal, the doctor uses flashes of light to destroy the tissue of the mole. Different wavelengths are selected depending on the color, depth and size of the nevus. The high-energy laser beam heats the target to the point of destruction.

Laser treatment itself is painless. During the operation, the patient may only feel a slight burning sensation or tingling sensation.

For removal, 1 procedure is enough, during which healthy skin is not affected, and the risk of scarring is reduced to zero. The procedure takes from 15 to 30 minutes, during this period the doctor can remove several neoplasms at the same time. After the session, the patient immediately goes home.

In the process of natural healing, a crust may form on the site of the former mole, but later it will disappear. A few months after the session, an almost imperceptible small white spot remains on the skin, which can be decorated with cosmetics.

Care rules after the procedure

There is no need for the body to recover after the operation, and on the same day you can return to your usual way of life. Healing occurs quickly, since the integrity of the skin around the mole is not compromised.

The scarring process can be conditionally divided into several stages:

• After the operation, redness appears at the site of laser penetration, which lasts 7-8 hours.
• In the process of daily treatment of the skin with an antiseptic, a dark crust forms at the wound site.
• On days 9-10, the crust disappears and a pink spot is visible under it. This is a young skin that requires careful handling of it. It must not be exposed to direct sunlight or chemicals.
• The feeling of discomfort in the wound area lasts up to 5-6 weeks.
• After 4-6 months, the trace of the operation disappears completely. It happens that a small, inconspicuous scar remains at the site of the removal of the mole.

The rehabilitation period for all patients is different.

It is determined by a number of factors:

• The size of the nevus. If the mole was more than 1 cm, then it will take up to 1 month for the skin to regenerate.
• Exact adherence to medical recommendations.
• The immune abilities of the body. With a weakened immune system, the healing process can take up to 2-3 months.

Redness is noticeable on the surface of the skin for the first 2 weeks. Doctors recommend wiping the injured area 2 times a day with hydrogen peroxide, and then treating the burn site with a solution of potassium permanganate. A solution of potassium permanganate should not be made too saturated in order to avoid chemical burns of the wound. The procedure is repeated until the crust is removed. It is not recommended to remove the formed crust on your own, you should wait for it to naturally fall off.

Do not apply a plaster to the site of birthmark removal. The wound should dry out, not get wet.

And also undesirable:

• moisten the injured area with water for 2-3 days;
• use lotions, creams, decorative cosmetics in the area of ​​neoplasm removal until complete recovery;
• allow rubbing with clothing of the place where the mole was removed;
• comb, scratch the injured area.

After 2-3 days, you can moisten the operation site with water, after covering the damaged skin with a waterproof plaster. Until the period of complete epithelialization, an open wound cannot be moistened.

After surgery, it is recommended to avoid exposure to the sun or tanning beds until the injured area of ​​the skin acquires a natural color.

Doctors do not recommend the use of healing ointments, as they block the oxygen access to the open wound, and this complicates the regeneration process. Sometimes it is recommended to use Solcoseryl ointment. But it can be applied only to the dry surface of the wound after the formed surface epithelium.

When deciding to remove a mole with a laser, care should be taken to have the operation performed by an experienced technician in a licensed medical facility. After surgery, there is always a risk of unpredictable consequences. In order to avoid them, you should follow all the prescriptions of your doctor. In case of undesirable effects, you should contact the hospital.

Possible consequences after surgery:

• the appearance of severe itching in the wound area;
• temperature increase;
• discharge from the wound;
• preservation of the crust for a long time, more than 3 weeks;
• the development of a tumor at the site of the wound.

The above symptoms are extremely rare, since laser removal is considered the most effective method without consequences.

Removal of moles with a laser (the price depends on the size of the neoplasm and the site of localization) is 99% successful. The doctor should warn the patient that after the elimination of the nevus, a black crust forms at the site of the wound, which serves as a barrier to prevent the penetration of infections into the open wound.

After healing, the crust falls off and a pink spot forms in its place. This is a natural process that indicates that the operation was successful. Anxiety should arise if the stain becomes brown, which indicates the onset of the inflammatory process.

Complications that develop after surgery indicate only the incompetence of the doctor. The appearance of a burning sensation, itching, edema indicates the onset of an allergic reaction to either a laser or an anesthetic drug.

In some cases, large moles cannot be removed in one operation. In such cases, they resort to a second procedure.

Prices for laser mole removal services

Removing a mole with a laser (the price of the procedure may differ depending on the clinic) is an alternative to removing a mole using an operating knife, after which scars remain on the body.

The cost of the procedure primarily depends on the size of moles, their number and the depth of ingrowth. Several factors affect the cost of laser removal of moles. Each doctor considers different aspects of removal before determining the cost. Some neoplasms may take more than one session to clear before they disappear completely.

The approximate cost of a medical consultation and surgery to remove neoplasms by laser destruction:

Initial examination of the site of the future operation by a dermatologist	From 1 thousand up to 1 thousand RUB 500
Initial consultation with a surgeon	From 2 thousand up to 2 thousand RUB 500
Removal of a benign mole, no more than 3 mm in size	From 700 to 800 rubles.
Elimination of a benign mole ranging in size from 3 to 5 mm	From 1 thousand up to 1 thousand RUB 200
Laser removal of birthmarks from 6 to 8 mm	From 1 thousand RUB 500 up to 2 thousand RUB 500
Removal of neoplasms ranging in size from 8 mm to 1 cm	From 1 thousand RUB 700 up to 2 thousand rub.
Excision of skin neoplasms ranging in size from 1 to 2 cm	From 2 thousand RUB 500 up to 3 thousand rub.
Excision of a benign mole 3-4 cm in size	From 4 thousand up to 4 thousand RUB 500
Removal of a benign birthmark larger than 8 cm	About 10-11 thousand rub.
Histological examination of the skin	About 2 thousand rub.
Follow-up outpatient visit to a surgeon	From 2 thousand up to 2 you. RUB 500

You can never be sure whether a mole is malignant or not. However, there are some clear signs that a neoplasm may be a sign of a more serious medical condition. If a mole is irregular, odd in color, or hurts when touched, you should see a doctor. Particular attention should be paid to neoplasms for people with fair skin.

Removing moles with a laser is mainly for cosmetic reasons. This is an effective and gentle option, especially if the neoplasms look unaesthetic. The prices for the procedure are not fixed, they can change and depend on the patient's individuality.

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