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Excision
WHAT IS EXCISION?
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An excision is the full extraction of a superficial skin lesion. Common excisable skin lesions include nevi (moles, birthmarks and beauty marks) as well as subcutaneous lumps and bumps. Excising is often a better option than simply paring off the lesion. In the case of getting rid of a mole, excision removes the whole mole as opposed to just the head. No pigmented cells are left behind and there is a low chance of the mole growing back. If it does, it does not happen for a long time. Often, sutures are used to help the skin heal.
BEFORE
AFTER
BENEFITS
Removes full lesion
Low chance of lesion growing back
What happens after the treatment?
Suture removal is required in 5-12 days after the treatment.
What is the recovery process like?
After the suture removal, the healing time can lasts up to a few months, depending on the size of the incision and the unique healing process of the individual’s skin. The scar from the incision is usually noticeable for a few months before it completely heals.
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