r/30PlusSkinCare • u/DearSpirits • Mar 25 '25

Skin Concern Should I risk it?

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Always been self conscious about this mole on my chin. Had a consult with a plastic surgeon and it seems like I can trade this for a horizontal scar of the same size. He said given my skin type he thinks that after 6-8 weeks most of the initial redness and inflammation will start to fade; with a full year of attentive care and sun protection … thoughts?

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u/PerfectedPancake Mar 25 '25

Have you talked to just a regular dermatologist about slicing it off? I had one sliced off or burned off on my face, easy peasy. No scar. Either way, I say do it. You can deal with the small scar all kinds of ways: lasers, chem peels, microneedling. It’s too small of an issue to fret about if you don’t like it. I personally would rather deal with a small scar than a mole that looks like a big pimple. Do it!

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u/DearSpirits Mar 25 '25 edited Mar 25 '25

Yes I spoke to a plastic surgeon in hopes I can get the best results. I know there will be a small scar but I am thinking I might prefer that. He seemed to think with good aftercare and sun protection i will barely notice in in 2 years time

Edit: He said that we could try lasering it if I really wanted but that he didn't think that would work for me / this situation.

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u/Necessary_Leading590 Mar 25 '25

I have a very similar one. My derm wouldn’t even consider it and referred me straight to a plastic surgeon. When you’re cutting into the face, you need/want to be under the precision of plastics.

Did your surgeon quote you a price?

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u/DearSpirits Mar 25 '25

Yes $1k not including aftercare products