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Mole/Lesion Excision
Charlotte's Most Trusted Plastic Surgeon
— delivering confidence through precision and care.
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A Cosmetic-Minded Approach
If you've noticed a new mole that needs evaluation or you have a lesion that you've been wanting to remove for some time, having it taken care of by a plastic surgeon can make a difference in the way your skin looks and heals afterward. At May Plastic Surgery, Dr. Brian May brings the same attention to detail to mole and lesion excision that he does to all of his cosmetic surgeries. He considers all of the factors that keep scarring as minimal as possible so you can feel good about the results long after you've healed.
Local
15 minutes to 1 hour
1-3 weeks
What Is Mole and Lesion Excision?
Mole and lesion excision is a minor procedure where a mole, cyst, skin tag or other growth is surgically removed from the skin. There are many reasons why patients come to Dr. May for this procedure. Sometimes moles or growths are visible or in a bothersome location, and the patient may want to remove them for cosmetic reasons. Other times, the growth is suspicious and needs to be biopsied.
- Dr. Brian May
What Can Mole and Lesion Excision Address?
Dr. May performs mole and lesion excision for a variety of skin growths, including but not limited to:
- Raised or flat moles
- Cysts
- Skin tags
- Lipomas (soft, fatty lumps beneath the skin)
- Suspicious or irregular growths
- Lesions that are frequently irritated by clothing or jewelry
If you have a growth that has changed in size, shape or color, or one that you simply want removed for comfort or appearance, a consultation with Dr. May is a good first step. He can take a look and recommend the best course of action based on the type of lesion and its location.
The Art & Science of Facial Rejuvenation With Dr. May
There's something uniquely satisfying about solving a complex problem with precision and creativity, a mindset Dr. May developed long before he ever held a scalpel. His undergraduate engineering degree taught him to approach challenges methodically, while his artistic sensibility ensures every solution is as beautiful as it is functional. This blend of analytical thinking and creative vision shapes how Dr. May approaches every facial rejuvenation procedure, seeing the signs of aging not as separate “issues” but as an interconnected system that needs to be rebalanced as a whole.
Technical skill gets you halfway there, but Dr. May's artistic eye is what separates good results from truly transformative ones, influencing everything from incision placement to tissue repositioning. He also considers factors like natural facial asymmetries, expression patterns and even how someone's face moves when they smile or laugh to craft each surgical plan.
- Dr. Brian May
Procedure Details
This procedure is done by Dr. May in his office under local anesthesia. The area around the growth will be completely numbed while you stay awake and comfortable. Dr. May removes the lesion along with a small amount of the surrounding skin. If he needs to test the growth, he will send in a sample to the lab for analysis, and the results will be back in a few days.
Dr. May's method will be different depending on the size and location of the excision. Some removals only need a few sutures, while others may need more complex techniques to reduce tension on the surface of the skin and make the healing process smoother. The entire appointment is quick, and you can usually drive yourself home afterward.
Recovery & Results
The area will be a little sore and sensitive after the procedure, and you can expect some swelling, but this is often managed with a gentle ice pack and some over-the-counter medications. You will get specific instructions from Dr. May on how to care for your incision. Make sure to protect your incision from the sun since UV exposure can darken scars.
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If you have a mole or lesion you'd like to have removed, Dr. May is here to help. At May Plastic Surgery, every patient is treated with the same high level of care and attention, whether the concern is cosmetic or medical. Dr. May believes in honest conversations, so you always know what to expect. Call us at 704-200-2493 for more information about our Charlotte services.
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