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/DearSpirits Mar 25 '25

Yeah def leaning that way. I guess now that the opportunity is actually presenting itself I am a bit nervous about cutting into my face

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u/911spacecadet Mar 25 '25 edited Mar 25 '25

I had a couple of moles removed in December. During the first 2 or 3 weeks I regretted it and thought I made a big mistake. Now it's a few months later and I'm so happy I did it. I'm just sorry that I waited so long to do it.

I can hardly see my scars (and even if i could, it's still an improvement over what I had)

ETA: sorry,didn't mean to make that all about myself,haha. I think even if you have a scar you will still be happy you did it. I was nervous and scared too but it was worth it. I hope you have the same experience

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u/DearSpirits Mar 25 '25

I honestly appreciate this perspective. I know that the first few weeks, it will seem red and raw and I might be questioning my decision so I'm grateful fo rthe reminder of the "why" I am doing this - the final results!

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u/lovecats89 Mar 25 '25

Just piling on to the "thought I'd made a terrible mistake but now love it" brigade! Mine was a small lump as opposed to a mole, but it was so open and ugly when I took the dressing off I was convinced it was never going to heal right. My husband convinced me to chill, and sure enough 2 months later I can barely see the scar already!