Mole Removal in McKinney

Accuracy of Detection

• Nevisense: Achieves a 97% accuracy for detecting malignant melanoma within moles, providing reliable and precise diagnostics
• SkinIO: Serves as an early warning tool for at-home use, designed to monitor changes in skin condition rather than as a primary method of detection
• Derm Tech: Boasts a 99% negative predictive value (NPV), effectively identifying non-malignant results with high reliability, ensuring peace of mind in negative diagnoses.

Preparation and Post-Care Instructions

For Nevisense: No special preparation is needed. Post-care involves regular monitoring and following any specific dermatologist recommendations.

For SkinIO: Ensure skin is clean and free of any sunscreen or lotions before scan. After, continue regular monitoring as advised.

For Derm Tech: Keep the tested area dry and clean prior to patch application. After removal, follow up with the dermatologist for next steps based on results.

What to Expect From Your Appointment

Dermatology Center of McKinney’s lead dermatologist, Dr Ralston, wants to talk with all patients who suspect they might have a cancerous or precancerous mole. Even if they are fairly confident the mole on their body isn’t cancerous, we’re always more happy to check it out just to make certain. During this consultation, Dr. Ralston will expertly examine the mole in question.

At this point, if he has even the slightest worry that his patient’s mole might be cancerous, he might recommend one of our three mole cancer detection methods.

During Nevisense patients sit back while a small electrical current detects any potentially cancerous irregularities beneath the skin.

With Skin IO, patients are taught how to use the SkinIO app to track any changes in mole growth over time.

And using Derm Tech, Dr. Ralston will apply a sticky patch to the patient’s skin. This patch collects mole cells that he will then send to the lab for further testing.