Many people have moles removed for cosmetic reasons.
Mole removal is a relatively safe procedure, and the risks associated with the removal are few when the removal is performed by a qualified physician. It is not, however, advisable for people to attempt removing their own moles.
Scarring
As is true of almost all surgical procedures, there is some risk that a scar could form where the mole was.
Regrowth
It is possible for a mole to grow back if all of its cells are not removed. If a mole does grow back, it will likely be darker than it was originally.
Infection
The site of the mole removal must be kept clean and covered to protect it from infection.
Nerve Damage
Although the risk is small, there is a chance that mole removal could cause some nerve damage in the area around the mole.
Anesthesia
Most moles can be removed using a local anesthetic. General anesthesia may be used on patients with particularly large or difficult to remove moles. There are some risks associated with anesthesia.
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