Expert Mole & Skin Lesion Removal
At Merchant Group Medical, we provide expert mole and skin lesion removal for both medical and cosmetic reasons. Our consultant-led team offers safe, precise removal of moles, cysts, skin tags, lipomas, and other benign skin lesions, using advanced techniques designed to minimise scarring and achieve the best possible cosmetic results. Whether you are concerned about a changing mole or wish to remove a lesion for confidence or comfort, we offer prompt consultations and treatment at our modern facility, welcoming patients from across Scotland.
Procedure overview
TYPE OF ANAESTHETIC
Local
LENGTH OF SURGERY
30-45 minutes
HOSPITAL STAY
Outpatient
RECOVERY
No time needed off work
Types of skin lesions
Our consultant plastic surgeons provide expert mole removal, especially in cosmetically sensitive areas such as the eyes, nose, face, and lips. Plastic surgeons can distinguish between benign lesions and skin cancers, ensuring both safe and aesthetically pleasing outcomes.
Common and usually removed under local anaesthetic. Removal is recommended before they enlarge or become infected, avoiding the need for emergency treatment.
Small, non-cancerous growths that often appear in skin folds, such as the neck, armpits, and groin. While harmless, they can be removed for cosmetic reasons or to reduce irritation from clothing or jewellery.
Soft, movable, non-cancerous lumps made of fat cells, commonly found on the neck, back, or shoulders. Lipomas grow slowly and are usually removed for comfort, cosmetic reasons, or diagnostic purposes.
Benign, raised lesions that vary in colour and size, often appearing in middle-aged or older adults. While harmless, they may be removed if they are cosmetically concerning or prone to irritation.
Benign Skin Lesion Removal Services
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At Merchant Group Medical, we offer expert removal of moles, cysts, skin tags, lipomas, and seborrheic keratoses, using safe and minimally invasive techniques tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Mole Removal:
- Surgical Excision: Removes larger moles or those requiring a biopsy, with a small margin of surrounding skin.
- Shave Excision: Ideal for raised moles, shaved down to the level of surrounding skin for a smooth finish.
- Cyst Removal:
- Minimal Excision: Small incision to remove the cyst while minimising scarring.
- Puncture & Drainage: Drains inflamed cysts safely when removal isn’t immediately possible.
- Skin Tag Removal:
- Cryotherapy: Freezes the skin tag for easy removal.
- Electrosurgery: Burns off the skin tag using high-frequency energy.
- Lipoma Removal:
- Surgical Excision: Standard removal via a small incision.
- Liposuction: Less invasive option for softer lipomas using suction.
- Seborrheic Keratoses Removal:
- Cryotherapy: Freezes the growth for removal.
- Curettage & Electrosurgery: Scrapes off the growth and seals the skin.
- Comprehensive Care: We provide personalised care from consultation to post-treatment follow-up, ensuring minimal scarring, safe recovery, and optimal cosmetic results in our modern facility.
What are the risks?
Skin Cancer Aftercare
Excellence Record
- 30+ Years of combined experience
- 10 + Experts
- 1000 + Satisfied Patients
