Birthmark Removal

During the consultation, you’ll be able to talk to your doctor about the changes you would like to make in your appearance. He/she will explain the different options available to you, the procedure itself, and its risks and limitations. He/she will also explain the kind of anesthesia required, surgical facility, and costs.

Your doctor will begin with a complete medical history and examine your birthmarks. He/she may also take photos, and give you specific instructions on how to prepare for the procedure.

Take this opportunity to ask all the questions you have about the procedure. Learning everything you can about your options, risks and benefits is the key to making an informed decision. See Questions to ask your doctor below.

• Mature enough to fully understand the procedure
• Knowledgeable about the procedure
• In good physical and psychological health
• Wanting to improve their appearance and/or comfort
• Realistic in their expectations
• Non-smokers or able to stop smoking during the healing process
• Not using marijuana or anabolic steroids
• Not heavy users of alcohol

Costs for this procedure vary, depending on the doctor, the location, technique used and the difficulty of the specific case. You should ask your surgeon if your needs are medically indicated, in which cast the costs may be covered by your medical insurance.

Use our payment calculator to see what your monthly payments might be if you financed this procedure.

1. Are the desired results I described realistic?
2. Is there an alternative remedy that I should consider as well?
3. How long will the procedure take?
4. What kind of anesthesia is used, if any?
5. How much does it cost?
6. What is your experience in performing this procedure? (How long has he/she performed this procedure, and how many he/she has performed in the past year?)
7. What percentage of patients have had significant complications? (The physician should disclose this information to you.)
8. Will you repeat or correct procedures if it does not meet agreed upon goals? And if the procedure must be repeated / corrected, will I be charged again? (The physician should provide you with his/her policy on this issue.)
9. May I see "before and after" photos of recent patients? The physician should provide many photos of recent patients.
10. Could I observe the exact procedure I am considering before I decide to have it done? (Either on videotape or ask to view one in real life.)
11. What should I expect after the procedure in terms of soreness, what to watch for, medication, bathing, and level of activity?
12. Have you ever had your malpractice insurance coverage denied, revoked, suspended?
13. Do you offer patient financing?

• Tell your doctor about any allergies you have (to foods, drugs, environmental elements)
• Tell your doctor about all medications you are taking (both prescription and non-prescription)
• Carefully follow any instructions your doctor gives you.
• Avoid aspirin and aspirin-containing medicines, as well as anti-inflammatory medicines such as Nuprin, Motrin, and Advil for two weeks prior to surgery. Also avoid herbal remedies such as St. John’s Wort, gingko biloba, some types of Chinese black mushrooms and other natural medicines and foods that may thin the blood.

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