If you are considering having a mole removed for cosmetic purposes, you should choose a plastic surgeon who can remove it with minimal scarring. This is especially true if you wish to remove a mole from your face. Dr. David Passaretti has the experience and artistic technique necessary to remove the mole and suture your skin closed in a way that will be virtually unnoticeable. If you are considering mole removal, contact our Darien office today to schedule a consultation.

How Do Moles Develop?

Most people have several moles. They develop during childhood, although some patients develop new moles in adulthood. Moles are caused by a clustering of melanin, which gives skin its color. Some moles can become more prominent with age and sun exposure.

An Artfully Precise Approach

The technique a plastic surgeon uses to remove an unsightly mole is of utmost importance to avoid scarring. Dr. Passaretti is a respected surgeon with teaching privileges at Columbia and Yale Universities. His many years of surgical experience have helped him hone his incision and suturing techniques.

About Dr. Passaretti

Dr. David Passaretti fell in love with the field of plastic surgery and enjoys providing personalized treatment to his patients who come to him looking for answers to their low confidence. With extensive education and experience, Dr. Passaretti is rewarded when his patients leave feeling good about their appearance and their self-esteem.

Mole Removal

For mole removal Connecticut plastic surgeon Dr. Passaretti will use a localized anesthetic to prevent any patient discomfort. He uses a small incision to remove the mole, which is retained for biopsy. Dr. Passaretti sends every removed mole to a laboratory to ensure that they are not malignant.

Suturing Technique

Once the mole has been removed, Dr. Passaretti gently pulls the edges of the incision together and sutures them closed using a few stitches. Many local dermatologists recommend their patients to Dr. Passaretti because of his precise suturing technique. After the incision is closed, Dr. Passaretti covers the wound with a bandage.

Kind Words from a Satisfied Patient

“Dr. Passaretti is amazing and the staff could not be better. Everyone is caring and lovely. Procedures were amazing. Great follow up. Highly recommend”

- Caroline Stuart

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Healing & Aftercare

Patients can remove the bandaging covering their incision the day following surgery. The incision and stitches should be cleaned twice daily using a clean cotton swab and peroxide. Patients can replace the bandage in the days following surgery, or use an antibacterial ointment several times per day to protect the incision site and keep it moist. For the first week following surgery, it is important that patients avoid any strenuous physical activity.

Fairfield County mole removal patients will visit with Dr. Passaretti again approximately a week after surgery when he will remove the sutures and make sure the incision has properly healed. When healing is complete, patients can begin a regular scar massage routine, which helps stop the buildup of scar tissue. Scars should be kept out of the sun at all times, or covered with an SPF 30 sunscreen. This will help scars from looking discolored.

Combining Facial Treatments

Patients who have a mole removed from their face can choose to complement their treatment with other procedures offered through our Connecticut plastic surgery practice. Dr. Passaretti offers a full line of procedures that can:

Provide more even skin tone
Reduce blemishes
Reduce lines and wrinkles
Diminish sun damage

These include laser skin treatments, Botox Cosmetic injections, and more.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are considering plastic surgery in Darien, CT, or anywhere around Fairfield County, contact us to schedule a one-on-one consultation with top plastic surgeon Dr. Passaretti.

722 Post Rd, Ste 201, Darien, CT 06820

(203) 656-9999

Cosmetic Mole Removal in Fairfield County, Connecticut