# Mole Removal in The Villages, FL ## Professional Evaluation and Safe Mole Removal Moles are extremely common and, in most cases, harmless. However, changes in a mole’s size, shape, color, or appearance can sometimes indicate a more serious condition that requires evaluation by a dermatologist. Dr. Johnny Gurgen provides professional mole evaluations and mole removal for patients throughout The Villages, FL and surrounding communities. Whether you are concerned about a changing mole, an uncomfortable mole, or simply wish to have a mole removed for cosmetic reasons, our team can help determine the most appropriate treatment option. If you have noticed a mole that looks different from your other moles or one that has changed over time, it is important to schedule a skin examination. Schedule an Appointment --- ## When Should a Mole Be Checked? Most moles remain stable throughout life, but certain changes may warrant a professional evaluation. Warning signs may include: * Changes in size * Irregular borders * Multiple colors within the mole * Increasing elevation * Bleeding or crusting * Persistent itching * Rapid growth Dermatologists often use the ABCDE rule to identify potentially concerning moles: * **A**symmetry * **B**order irregularity * **C**olor variation * **D**iameter larger than 6mm * **E**volving appearance Any mole that changes or appears unusual should be examined promptly. --- ## Why Patients Choose Mole Removal Patients choose mole removal for a variety of reasons. Some moles may: * Become irritated by clothing * Catch during shaving * Cause discomfort * Affect self-confidence * Raise concerns about skin cancer Removing a mole can provide peace of mind while also improving comfort and appearance. --- ## How Mole Removal Works The best removal method depends on the type, size, location, and appearance of the mole. ### Surgical Excision The mole and a small margin of surrounding tissue are removed. This approach is often recommended when a mole requires laboratory evaluation. ### Shave Removal Raised moles may sometimes be removed using a shave technique that removes the lesion at the skin surface. ### Biopsy Evaluation If a mole appears suspicious, it may be sent to a pathology laboratory for further analysis. Dr. Gurgen will discuss the most appropriate treatment option based on your specific situation. --- ## What to Expect After Mole Removal Most mole removal procedures are performed in the office and require minimal downtime. After treatment, patients can typically expect: * Mild tenderness * Temporary redness * Gradual healing over several weeks * Simple wound care instructions Our team will provide detailed aftercare recommendations to support proper healing and minimize scarring. --- ## Why Patients Choose Dr. Gurgen Patients throughout The Villages trust Dr. Johnny Gurgen for expert dermatology care and thorough skin evaluations. Patients choose our practice because of: * Board-certified dermatology expertise * Extensive experience evaluating skin lesions * Personalized treatment recommendations * Advanced skin cancer knowledge * Compassionate patient care * Convenient care close to home Whether you need a routine mole evaluation or professional mole removal, our team is committed to providing attentive, patient-focused care. --- ## Schedule Your Mole Evaluation If you have a changing mole, a bothersome mole, or a spot that concerns you, professional evaluation is the best way to protect your skin health. Dr. Johnny Gurgen provides mole removal and skin examinations for patients throughout The Villages, Lady Lake, Wildwood, Summerfield, Leesburg, and surrounding Central Florida communities. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation and learn whether mole removal may be right for you.

Mole Removal in The Villages, FL

Professional Evaluation and Safe Mole Removal

Moles are extremely common and, in most cases, harmless. However, changes in a mole’s size, shape, color, or appearance can sometimes indicate a more serious condition that requires evaluation by a dermatologist.

Dr. Johnny Gurgen provides professional mole evaluations and mole removal for patients throughout The Villages, FL and surrounding communities. Whether you are concerned about a changing mole, an uncomfortable mole, or simply wish to have a mole removed for cosmetic reasons, our team can help determine the most appropriate treatment option.

If you have noticed a mole that looks different from your other moles or one that has changed over time, it is important to schedule a skin examination.

Schedule an Appointment

When Should a Mole Be Checked?

Most moles remain stable throughout life, but certain changes may warrant a professional evaluation.

Warning signs may include:

  • Changes in size
  • Irregular borders
  • Multiple colors within the mole
  • Increasing elevation
  • Bleeding or crusting
  • Persistent itching
  • Rapid growth

Dermatologists often use the ABCDE rule to identify potentially concerning moles:

  • Asymmetry
  • Border irregularity
  • Color variation
  • Diameter larger than 6mm
  • Evolving appearance

Any mole that changes or appears unusual should be examined promptly.

Why Patients Choose Mole Removal

Patients choose mole removal for a variety of reasons.

Some moles may:

  • Become irritated by clothing
  • Catch during shaving
  • Cause discomfort
  • Affect self-confidence
  • Raise concerns about skin cancer

Removing a mole can provide peace of mind while also improving comfort and appearance.

How Mole Removal Works

The best removal method depends on the type, size, location, and appearance of the mole.

Surgical Excision

The mole and a small margin of surrounding tissue are removed. This approach is often recommended when a mole requires laboratory evaluation.

Shave Removal

Raised moles may sometimes be removed using a shave technique that removes the lesion at the skin surface.

Biopsy Evaluation

If a mole appears suspicious, it may be sent to a pathology laboratory for further analysis.

Dr. Gurgen will discuss the most appropriate treatment option based on your specific situation (more info).

What to Expect After Mole Removal

Most mole removal procedures are performed in the office and require minimal downtime.

After treatment, patients can typically expect:

  • Mild tenderness
  • Temporary redness
  • Gradual healing over several weeks
  • Simple wound care instructions

Our team will provide detailed aftercare recommendations to support proper healing and minimize scarring.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Gurgen

Patients throughout The Villages trust Dr. Johnny Gurgen for expert dermatology care and thorough skin evaluations.

Patients choose our practice because of:

  • Board-certified dermatology expertise
  • Extensive experience evaluating skin lesions
  • Personalized treatment recommendations
  • Advanced skin cancer knowledge
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Convenient care close to home

Whether you need a routine mole evaluation or professional mole removal, our team is committed to providing attentive, patient-focused care.

Schedule Your Mole Evaluation

If you have a changing mole, a bothersome mole, or a spot that concerns you, professional evaluation is the best way to protect your skin health.

Dr. Johnny Gurgen provides mole removal and skin examinations for patients throughout The Villages, Lady Lake, Wildwood, Summerfield, Leesburg, and surrounding Central Florida communities.

Contact our office today to schedule a consultation and learn whether mole removal may be right for you.

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