Mole Removal London | Same Day Booking | £350 | Expert Care

Mole removal at our London clinic costs £350, which includes consultation, surgical removal, local anaesthetic, histology testing if required, and follow-up care. This is a fixed price with no hidden costs. Many London clinics charge separately for consultation (£100-200), the procedure itself (£200-400), histology (£100-150), and follow-up, which can total £500-750. Our transparent pricing means you know exactly what you’ll pay.

Yes, same-day mole removal is often available. After your consultation and assessment, if the mole is suitable for immediate removal and you wish to proceed, the procedure can typically be performed during your first visit. The entire appointment usually takes 45-60 minutes. However, if you prefer time to consider the decision, or if further assessment is needed, we can schedule removal for another day. There’s no pressure to proceed immediately.

The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, so you won’t feel pain during removal. You will feel a small injection sting when the anaesthetic is administered (similar to an injection at the dentist), but this only lasts a few seconds. Once numb, you’ll feel pressure or tugging but no pain. After the procedure, mild tenderness is normal for 2-3 days and is easily managed with over-the-counter paracetamol. Most patients describe the experience as far less uncomfortable than they anticipated.

Yes, any surgical mole removal will leave a scar, but our consultant plastic surgeons use advanced techniques to minimize scarring. The final scar is typically a thin line that fades significantly over 6-12 months. Facial scars, in particular, heal very well and often become barely visible. The scar is almost always less noticeable than the original mole. Factors affecting scarring include mole location, your skin type, genetic healing tendency, sun protection during healing, and crucially, surgeon experience—which is why having a plastic surgeon perform the removal makes such a difference.

The removal procedure itself typically takes 15-30 minutes depending on the size and location of the mole. Your entire appointment including consultation, procedure, and dressing will take approximately 45-60 minutes. We allow adequate time to ensure you understand everything, ask questions, and never feel rushed. If you need multiple moles removed, this will take longer, and we’ll discuss timing during your consultation.

No, you don’t need a GP referral to book mole removal at our private clinic. You can contact us directly to arrange an appointment. This means you can be seen much faster than through NHS pathways. However, if your mole is covered by private health insurance, some insurers require a GP referral letter before approving coverage—check with your insurer if you plan to claim.

If there’s any concern about the mole’s appearance, or if you request it, the removed tissue will be sent for histology (microscopic examination by a specialist pathologist). This definitively determines whether the mole is benign or if any concerning features are present. Histology is included in our £350 price when medically indicated. Results typically take 7-10 days, and we’ll contact you with the findings. If the mole appears completely benign and you don’t want histology, we can discuss this during your consultation.

Yes, virtually all moles can be removed, regardless of size, color, or location. However, the removal technique may vary depending on the mole’s characteristics. Some very large moles might require removal in stages, and moles in certain locations (like eyelids or lips) require special surgical expertise—which our consultant plastic surgeons possess. During your consultation, we’ll examine the mole and explain the recommended approach for your specific situation.

You can book online through our website booking system, which shows real-time availability and allows you to choose a convenient appointment time. Alternatively, contact us by phone or email, and our patient coordinators will arrange an appointment for you. We offer flexible appointment times including early mornings and late afternoons to accommodate work schedules. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available for urgent concerns.

Contact us immediately. We prioritize suspected melanoma cases and can usually arrange an urgent appointment within 24-48 hours. Early assessment is crucial for skin cancer, and you shouldn’t delay seeking professional evaluation. During your appointment, our consultant plastic surgeon will thoroughly examine the mole, and if there’s concern about melanoma, removal and histology testing will be arranged as quickly as possible. If melanoma is confirmed, we can guide you through the next steps and coordinate with oncology specialists if needed.

Yes, multiple moles can often be removed during a single appointment, which is more convenient and cost-effective. The number depends on mole locations and sizes, but typically 2-4 moles can be addressed in one session. If you have numerous moles requiring removal, we might recommend removing them over 2-3 appointments to ensure optimal healing and results. During your consultation, we’ll assess all the moles you want removed and create a treatment plan that works for you.

Private health insurance typically covers mole removal if it’s medically necessary (suspicious moles, moles causing medical problems like bleeding or infection). Purely cosmetic mole removal is usually not covered. If you have private insurance and believe your mole removal might be covered, check with your insurer before your appointment. We can provide detailed medical reports and invoices to support your insurance claim. Many patients choose to pay privately as it’s faster and more convenient than navigating insurance pre-authorization.