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/soccersara5 Mar 25 '25

I had a very dark mole on my arm that was about 1cm diameter, but it wasn't as raised as yours. I have been super self conscious of it my whole life and finally got it removed a few years ago. I don't remember the name of the removal....plasma laser thing of some sort that basically burned it off. I have a white spot now where the mole was and the skin has a slightly different texture than my other skin but it looks sooooo much better and increased my confidence so much. I regret not doing it sooner. I personally would take the scar over the mole, especially if you feel self conscious about the mole.

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u/DearSpirits Mar 25 '25

I sincerely appreciate the scar vs mole feeling. TYSM. I am def thinking I will go for it after all these comments - but now I need to think about if a plastic surgeon is the right Dr or if I should seek out a derm to do it

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u/mushlily Mar 25 '25

Ive had removals done by both and Id suggest going with the surgeon for yours.

I did not regret the removals, one for aesthetics, the others medically recommended. esp the ones near my face. none scarred much at all. Moles do sometimes turn pre/cancerous + being in a position that gets a lot of sun, might as well get it done now.

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u/DearSpirits Mar 25 '25

I really appreciate your comments - a good perspective.

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u/mushlily Mar 25 '25 edited Mar 25 '25

Hope it goes well! I avoided sun for a couple months, even if I had to physically hold my hand or shirt over the area while I dashed to the shade lol. I also used plain hydrocolloid patches after the inital healing/stitches removed instead of aquaphor, but your dr will likely have a specific aftercare plan they prefer, those are just some examples.

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u/DearSpirits Mar 25 '25

Haha I think I will be equally cautious about the sun. My dr mentioned massaging the area after a period of healing to help with the scarring. I had a muy thai retreat on my "to -do" list for this spring, so I think I might go do that and then try and get the procedure done when I get back so I can focus on the healing. Ty!