Yeongdeungpo Mole Removal: Is It Possible to Remove Moles Cleanly? <Includes Information on Recurrence>

Yeongdeungpo Mole Removal: Is It Possible to Remove Moles Cleanly?

<Includes Information on Recurrence>

"I heard that if you remove a mole with a laser, it will definitely come back...

Can’t it be removed cleanly?"

People who have previously undergone mole removal procedures and then saw the mole reappear in the same spot shortly afterward, or those who have heard from people around them that moles always come back anyway, ask this kind of question.

In other words, they are asking with a sense of distrust. ^^;

If you approach it without properly understanding what kind of mole it is and how deep it is in the skin, it may recur or leave a mark.

Although mole removal has become so common that it may seem like a simple procedure, it is still a procedure performed on the skin. That is why only by understanding it accurately and proceeding carefully can you remove troublesome moles.

So today, I will explain step by step everything from the types of moles and the principle of laser mole removal to why you need to keep an eye on the progress even after the procedure.

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• What exactly is a mole?

• The principle of removing moles with a laser

• How to lower the recurrence rate of moles

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What exactly is a mole?

As the saying goes, "Know your enemy and know yourself, and you will win every battle," so first we need to understand moles accurately.

A mole is medically called a "nevus." It is a type of benign tumor formed when cells that produce melanin gather in one place and proliferate.

Some are already present at birth, while others appear later in life due to sunlight, hormonal changes, and other factors.

Moles can be broadly divided into three types depending on how deep they are located in the skin.

A junctional nevus is a mole located near the skin surface, that is, in the epidermis.

It is flat and does not protrude when touched, and it usually appears at a young age. Over time, it may progress to the next stage.

A compound nevus is a mole that spans between the epidermis and the layer beneath it, the dermis.

When touched, it may feel slightly bumpy or raised. Its color is also darker, and its root tends to be deeper.

As the name suggests, an intradermal nevus is a mole located deep within the dermis.

Its surface protrudes outward, and sometimes hair grows from it.

From this perspective, accurately identifying the mole’s depth and location is the first step in reducing recurrence.

In particular, moles that are asymmetrical, have irregular borders, contain multiple colors, or are 6 mm or larger in diameter need to be observed regularly.

Although rare, some types may have the potential to become malignant.

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The principle of removing moles with a laser

Laser devices are used when removing moles because moles respond well to water.

Since our skin is made up of more than 70% water, when a laser reaches the skin, the water in that area instantly absorbs heat energy and vaporizes.

In simple terms, this method selectively removes only the area with the mole by evaporating the water there.

Because laser energy can be focused precisely on the mole area, it acts only on the mole without damaging the surrounding normal skin tissue.

When removing a mole, the size and depth of the mole must first be accurately identified, and then the laser intensity and depth should be adjusted.

A shallow, small mole may be removed cleanly in one session, but a mole with a deep root or one that extends into the dermis may need to be treated in multiple sessions.

If the treatment goes too deep in one session, there is a risk of scarring; if it is too shallow, pigment may remain and the mole may recur.

That is why it is safer to proceed step by step while checking the condition along the way.

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How to lower the recurrence rate of moles

After a mole is removed, it may seem to be gone at first, but some melanocytes may remain.

If these melanocytes produce pigment again over time, the mole will recur in the same spot.

In particular, even a seemingly shallow mole like the junctional nevus mentioned earlier may actually have a root that extends a little deeper.

In that case, the first laser treatment may not remove it completely, and pigment may reappear about 1 to 2 months later.

If additional treatment is performed and managed at that time, the likelihood of recurrence can be reduced.

That is why it is important to check the progress again 1 to 2 months after the procedure.

Regularly observing the area where the mole was removed and responding quickly before it recurs is the most effective way to prevent recurrence.

Today, we looked at the types of moles, the principle of Yeongdeungpo mole removal using lasers, and ways to lower the recurrence rate.

Many people worry about recurrence when removing moles.

The key is that you need a process of accurately identifying the type and depth of the mole and continuously managing it while monitoring the possibility of recurrence.

For that reason, it is better to visit a place that accurately understands the mole at the time of the initial diagnosis and procedure and also guides you to return for follow-up observation after the treatment.

You may think, "Do I really need to pay this much attention just to remove one mole?" Still, I hope you can receive enough consultation and, based on what I shared today, choose a good place so you can remove your mole cleanly.

Thank you. This was U&I Yeongdeungpo.^^

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