Moles

Comprehensive Evaluation of All Congenital, Atypical, and Acquired Moles

At Legacy Dermatology, our team specializes in precise evaluation of congenital, atypical, and acquired moles, ensuring early detection of potential malignancy and optimal cosmetic outcomes.

Congenital moles, present at birth, vary in size and pigmentation, with large or giant variants carrying elevated melanoma risk. Atypical moles (dysplastic nevi) are irregular in shape, uneven in color, and often familial, requiring close monitoring to prevent malignant transformation.

Acquired moles develop over time, generally benign, but patients with high mole counts or significant color variation are evaluated for preventive interventions.

Our advanced diagnostic approach includes dermatoscopic imaging, digital mole mapping, and ABCDE risk assessment (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolution) to detect subtle changes indicative of melanoma.

Cosmetic or medically necessary mole removal is performed using state-of-the-art shave excision for small, superficial lesions or precise excisional surgery for deeper or potentially malignant tissue, minimizing scarring and maximizing patient comfort.

Laser-assisted treatments may be integrated for select lesions to enhance aesthetic outcomes. Contact us to discover more advanced mole management strategies and personalized treatments.

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Personalized Treatment Plans for Cosmetic and Medical Mole Removal

Legacy Dermatology delivers individualized mole removal plans, balancing medical necessity with cosmetic precision.
Our protocols integrate advanced dermatologic techniques with patient-specific considerations, ensuring optimal outcomes and minimal downtime.
How It Work

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Precision Diagnostics

Detecting malignant transformation early and accurately

Expert Surgical Techniques

Providing safe, minimally invasive mole removal

Comprehensive Monitoring

Continuous digital mapping for long-term protection

Most Popular Questions

Legacy Dermatology addresses the most frequently asked questions about mole evaluation, monitoring, and removal, offering detailed, technical guidance for safe, effective management.
Early signs of melanoma include asymmetry, borders, colors, and changes; dermatoscopic analysis ensures risk assessment for timely intervention.

Yes. Shave excision or laser ablation removes superficial lesions with minimal scarring while preserving surrounding skin integrity, supervised by experienced dermatologists.

Congenital moles are present at birth and may carry a higher melanoma risk; acquired moles develop later, are mostly benign, and require ongoing monitoring for irregular changes.

Dysplastic nevi exhibit irregular shapes, uneven pigmentation, and familial inheritance, significantly increasing melanoma risk compared to typical moles, necessitating advanced monitoring strategies.

Patients with atypical or multiple moles should have semiannual digital mapping and dermatoscopic evaluations; low-risk patients should undergo annual clinical assessments.

Laser ablation effectively removes select superficial moles; deeper or high-risk lesions require excisional methods for complete and safe removal.
Procedures are performed under local anesthesia; shave excision is minimally invasive, while excisional surgery involves precise cutting with careful closure for patient comfort.
Our advanced surgical techniques minimize scarring, and post-procedure care protocols optimize healing and skin aesthetics for both cosmetic and medical cases.
Recurrence is rare with proper excisional technique and follow-up monitoring; combination protocols are applied in high-risk or atypical cases.
UV radiation accelerates pigment changes and melanoma risk; consistent sunscreen use, protective clothing, and avoidance of peak sun reduce long-term complications.