Moles and Skin Tags in New Orleans, LA
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Contact UsWhat Is A Mole?
A mole is a growth on the skin that develops out of clusters of pigment-forming cells called melanocytes. Most individuals have at least one mole somewhere on their body. Moles are usually not cancerous, but because they have the potential to develop into cancer, it's always a good idea to have new or changing moles examined by a dermatologist. Dr. Payne of Flourish Dermatology And Aesthetics provides routine mole checks for patients in the Greater New Orleans, LA area. During mole checks, she examines, measures, and documents the size, shape, and growth of moles on the body to ensure they are not changing, concerning, or cancerous. If you have moles and are uncertain as to whether it looks "normal" or has changed, or if a mole has become bothersome, then it is necessary to inform your dermatologist — especially when a mole begins to change in shape or size or starts to bleed or itch.
How Do You Treat Moles and Skin Tags?
If a mole is displaying warning signs of being precancerous or is causing irritation or cosmetic issues, Dr. Payne may suggest having it removed. In these situations, Dr. Payne may need to remove the mole(s). In surgical excision, the area around the mole will be locally numbed, and a scalpel or similar device is utilized to remove the mole and some surrounding skin cells. The wound will then be closed with sutures. At times, if the mole is flush with the skin, a surgical shaving method can be used. In this procedure, the area is locally numbed, and a small blade is used to cut all around and under the mole. Stitches are not required for this method.
Larger skin tags are often removed with surgical excision, too. However, they can also be burned off using laser treatments or frozen off with liquid nitrogen. New skin tags may form in the future, which is why some patients schedule regular skin tag treatments to keep their skin clear.
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Dr. Payne was amazing! She was very knowledgeable, informative, personable, and welcoming. I’m very much looking forward to my next visit to have my moles removed. She was more well versed in some of my skincare issues that other dermatologists had previously dismissed. I highly recommend her, and plan on referring all of my friends to her practice.
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Get Peace of Mind with A Skin Assessment - The Flourish Approach
There are many reasons why you may wish to have a mole examined or removed. Whatever your reason is, we urge you to contact Flourish Dermatology And Aesthetics to learn about your treatment options. Our New Orleans, LA office specializes in treating a wide array of moles and lesions from those that are benign to cancerous ones. If Dr. Payne finds that you may have a mole(s) that is cancerous, she will help you select the perfect approach for your care. We're devoted to providing you with the quality of care that you deserve.