Skin Tag and Mole Removal in Atlanta: Know Your Growths
- M BAR
- Feb 21
- 2 min read
What is a Mole?
A mole (also known as a naevus) is a cluster of melanocytes, the cells which give the skin its color. Moles come in many colors and shapes.
Moles and freckles can be removed using several techniques, including radio frequency surgery and broad band light IPL for minimal scarring. Clients searching for “mole removal in Atlanta” often want safe, cosmetic options with minimal scarring.
Moles are categorized and described in many ways, based on:
How they appear to the naked eye.
How they appear magnified through a dermoscope(magnifying device used by a doctor to light and examine the skin).
What cells they are made of.
How they grow.
Different types of moles are diagnosed and treated in different ways, but a common mole is harmless and doesn’t usually require treatment.We provide skin tag and mole removal in Atlanta for clients seeking cosmetic treatment of benign skin growths.
Congenital moles
A congenital mole is present either at birth or appears in the first two years of life. These moles are often called birthmarks.
They can be the same size as other moles, but certain congenital naevi, known as giant moles, are more than 20cm in diameter. There is a risk of melanoma developing in giant naevi, so they should be closely monitored at regular skin checks.
A congenital mole may be all one colour or multiple colours. They may be hairy and occasionally have a “cobblestone” appearance.
Acquired naevi
New moles tend to appear on people’s skin spontaneously throughout their life, normally up to 40 years of age but sometimes later. These moles which appear in childhood and young adult life are known as acquired moles. In most cases they are genetically determined and people with many moles usually have parents with many moles.
You’re a good candidate if you:
Have small, benign skin tags that rub on clothing or jewelry
Feel self-conscious about tags on the neck, underarms, eyelids, or groin
Experience irritation, snagging, or occasional bleeding
Want a quick, non-surgical cosmetic removal
Are generally healthy with no active skin infections in the treatment area
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You may be a candidate if:
You have small red, purple, or dark vascular growths
They bleed easily when scratched
You dislike the cosmetic appearance
You want a quick cosmetic solution with minimal downtime
The lesion has been evaluated and confirmed benign
Any growth that changes rapidly in size, color, or shape should be evaluated before treatment.
MOLES
Who Is a Good Candidate for Mole Removal?
You may be a good candidate if:
You have raised or cosmetic moles that bother you
The mole frequently catches on clothing or jewelry
You want smoother, clearer skin
The mole has been evaluated and confirmed benign
Suspicious or irregular moles should always be examined by a medical professional prior to cosmetic removal.
We provide professional skin tag removal in Atlanta, GA, serving clients from Buckhead, Brookhaven, Dunwoody, Johns Creek, Sandy Springs, and Midtown Atlanta.
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