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Cosmetic

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List of Treatments

LASER FOR MOLES

Moles can be removed for medical or cosmetic reasons. However, any suspicious moles with changes in size, shape, or colour, or those that are symptomatic (such as itching or bleeding), should be evaluated by a trained dermatologist. After a thorough examination using a dermatoscope, your dermatologist will determine whether a biopsy or close photographic monitoring is necessary.

If a mole is confirmed to be benign, it can be removed for cosmetic reasons. The available treatment options will be discussed in detail, and a personalised treatment plan can be developed based on the mole’s characteristics, location, and your preferences.

Surgical Biopsy or Excision

Surgical Biopsy or Excision

If a mole appears suspicious, surgical removal is recommended. The excised lesion will be sent for histopathological analysis to check for cancerous cells. This procedure can be performed safely under local anaesthesia in our clinic, which is equipped with on-site surgical facilities.

Laser Removal

Laser Removal

For benign moles, laser surgery offers a cosmetic alternative that avoids linear surgical scars. At AYD, we use a combination of lasers to treat different types of moles. Dr Yong will assess the suitability of laser removal for your specific case and discuss the treatment plan with you before proceeding.

Dr Yong uses an alexandrite laser and/or a CO2 laser to remove flat or skin-coloured raised moles. Most moles require 1–2 treatments, performed under local anaesthesia in a quick and straightforward procedure. A combination of both lasers may also be used for raised, pigmented moles, particularly in cosmetically sensitive areas such as the nose or lips.

With on-site surgical and laser facilities, Dr Yong, a fellowship-trained dermatological surgeon, can perform same-day mole removal via surgical excision or laser surgery.

Specialized range of treatments