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What is the best way to remove a mole on the eyelid?

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Surgical : Depending on the size and elevation , one could shave the lesion tangentially or remove it by surgical excision. If the lesion is elevated and looks like a tag , it can be scissor excised.

Answered 2/21/2013

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A member asked:

What is the best way to remove a mole on the eyelid?

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Dr. Michael Tomeo answered

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