facial mole removal for the San Francisco Bay Area

Most facial moles look about as appealing as they sound. A small mole on a supermodel's face may be referred to kindly as a "beauty mark," but for the vast majority of men and women, facial moles do nothing except detract from their appearance. A lot of people who have moles on their cheeks, nose, forehead or another area on their face and neck wonder whether they are best off leaving the mole alone or running the risk of an unsightly scar if the mole is removed.

Patients are frequently disappointed with the appearance of an area where a mole has been removed, and many who opt for the surgery with a general practitioner or general surgeon later say they would have preferred to have a facial plastic surgeon perform their procedure. Certainly, your safety and health is the primary goal in any mole removal, but you shouldn't feel like you need to give up an attractive result when having moles removed.

Considering Mole Removal?

As a specialist in facial plastic surgery in San Francisco, Dr. David Mabrie has the skill and experience to remove moles in ways that help the remaining skin heal quickly and look its best. Say goodbye to the mole on your face today – schedule a consultation with Dr. Mabrie.

Why Choose Dr. David Mabrie for Mole Removal?

Excellent Training, Double-Board Certification, Specialization in the Face and Neck

Dr. Mabrie specializes in facial cosmetic surgery for his San Francisco area patients. After graduating from the University of California at San Francisco with honors, finishing his residency at the prestigious Johns Hopkins University in Maryland and a completing fellowship in Facial Plastic Surgery at Stanford University, Dr. Mabrie has focused his time and talents on plastic surgery for the face, head and neck. He has a thorough understanding of the anatomy of this complex area and has helped thousands of people feel better about their appearance through facial cosmetic surgery and anti-aging treatments.

Dr. Mabrie follows in the footsteps of his father, Dr. Herman J. Mabrie III, a well-respected head and neck surgeon in Houston, Texas. After distinguishing himself during his years of medical school and residency at Johns Hopkins, UCSF and Stanford, Dr. Mabrie received double-board certification from the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology (the medical specialty that focuses on the ears, nose and throat).

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What is a Mole?

Moles are small growths of the color cells of your skin, known as melanocytes. The growths can be either flat or raised, and in some cases will appear almost the same color as the surrounding skin. A mole may be present and unchanged throughout your life, or new moles may develop over time, particularly in areas that receive substantial sun exposure. Moles that appear on the face can be particularly unappealing.

How is Facial Mole Removal Performed?

First, Dr. Mabrie examines each mole that you want to have removed, taking a history of the development, growth and changes in appearance. If a mole is clearly benign (non-cancerous), Dr. Mabrie will simply shave the mole to make it flat or excise it. Examples of clearly benign moles are those that lack pigment or have been present for many years without change.

If there is any possibility that a mole may be cancerous, Dr. Mabrie excises the mole and sends the tissue to a pathologist to examine. Some qualities of moles likely to be cancerous include dark and irregular borders around the mole, asymmetrical shape and bleeding or rapid growth. Should the exam indicate the mole is cancerous, it will also note whether all the bad tissue has been removed or whether an additional procedure is necessary.

Why Should I Consider Facial Mole Removal?

Mole removal offers important health and cosmetic benefits. Removal of suspect moles is a proven way to test and guard against cancerous and pre-cancerous growths. Also, your appearance will improve once a facial mole has been removed, in many cases giving you smoother, clearer skin and improving self-esteem.

What Are the Risks Involved?

In general, this type of surgery presents little risk. Infection at the surgical site, allergy to the anesthesia used during the procedure, and scarring are the most common problems patients experience. If Dr. Mabrie has to make an incision to remove a mole, you will be left with a small to medium-size scar. Dr. Mabrie is expertly trained in minimizing scar appearance, helping you to achieve smooth, even skin with minimal imperfections.

What Are the Next Steps?

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