Moles/Skin Tags

Moles or Skin Tags are growths on the skin appearing pink, tan, or brown in color. These growths take on a variety of textures and shapes. Skin Tags specifically, are protrusion from the skin.

What Are the Causes?

Moles/Nevi and Skin Tags are caused by the growth of pigment cells (melanocytes) in close clusters. The density of the cell growth gives a more dense color to the skin producing a discolored spot or out growth.

There are multiple methods for removing these skin lesions depending on their location and type.  For the common brown mole either a laser excision or classical surgical excision would be used for permanent removal.  Skin tags may require a laser which specifically targets the pigment in addition to excision of the lesion at it's base.   A consultation with the treating physician will give you the best option for your specific condition.

What Are the Treatments?

Office Treatments:

Erbium Laser

Fractional CO2 Laser

Local Excision

I never knew i could do something about this before I came to see Dr. Crippen.  I am very pleased with the results, great work.

Mark

I had these slow growing moles for many years, i'm so glad i finally had them treated.  It was so much easier than I thought it was going to be!  

Jane

My black mole is now gone, thanks to Dr. Crippen and his wonderful staff.  I will be back again for other treatments.

Lucy

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Skin Excision Before and 1 week after on Back of Patient

• Skin Excision before with Dr. Crippen
  
• Skin Excision 1 week later with Dr. Crippen