Mole screening & skin cancer screening

Digital dermoscopy, in which a magnifying glass with digital storage is used to take pictures of moles and other skin changes, not only facilitates immediate decisions on further diagnostic and therapeutic steps, but also enables simple, regular monitoring in the course of skin cancer prevention.

Moles (naevi) are an accumulation of pigment-forming nevus cells (benign malformation of the skin or mucous membrane in which normal cells or tissue proliferate, diminish or become somewhat uneven), which form usually brown spots or raised areas on the skin that vary in shape, colour and size.

Moles can appear on any part of the body at birth and are usually medically harmless. The development of birthmarks is influenced not only by genetic disposition and skin type (the lighter the skin, the more moles usually develop), but also by the extent and intensity of sun exposure of the skin. Moles multiply and change in the course of a lifetime. If moles are considered unsightly, they can be removed in a minor procedure.

As moles can lead to skin changes that cause melanoma and other types of skin cancer, they should be checked regularly, especially if they change.

The dermatologists at Dermacare recommend a regular, annual mole check, which at Dermacare is performed both macroscopically, i.e. with the naked eye, and microscopically using digital dermoscopy. All changes to the skin, including the scalp, and mucous membranes are recorded. With the technique of digital dermoscopy, all conspicuous skin changes are magnified and the images are stored. In this way, possible changes can be tracked precisely at the next check-up appointment, which should take place 6 – 12 months later depending on the findings.

The examination takes 15-30 minutes on average, the costs are partly covered by health insurance. If you have private health insurance, it will usually cover the rest.

Of course Dermacare also offers the removal of harmless moles which are considered aesthetically disturbing. If the specialist considers surgical removal to be necessary for medical reasons, i.e. in the case of a conspicuous skin change suspected of being cancerous, this is carried out promptly and the cell material removed is examined histologically.

• Service: Patient-oriented therapy concept, diagnosis and therapy according to current guidelines. Full body examination, macro- and microscopic examination by means of digital dermatoscopy, follow-up in the context of skin cancer prevention, surgical removal of moles for aesthetic and medical reasons.
• Consultation time: Initial examination 15-30 minutes
• Duration of treatment: Depending on the procedure 30-60 minutes
• Service: 
  • Specialist medical consultation,
  • Birthmark check of the whole body incl. digital dermatoscopy
  • Birthmark removal, wound check, discussion of findings
• Reimbursement of costs by health insurance: Yes (amount depends on the health insurance fund)
• Treatment interval: Depending on the findings, a follow-up appointment is arranged 6-12 months later.

• The treatment is carried out by experienced medical specialists
• Only medical devices are used
• Good public transport links (Schwedenplatz or Kagran) and car park in the building
• Long opening hours

Professional treatment

For a first-class aesthetic result, the doctor’s experience in diagnosis and treatment is crucial. The specialists at Dermacare have relevant additional qualifications and extensive experience, which is why we can look back on satisfied clients and excellent treatment results.

Detailed consultation

We attach great importance to a detailed consultation and therefore take the time for a detailed initial consultation, during which you will receive all information regarding diagnosis, treatment, treatment options and the course of treatment and during which all your questions will be answered.

Latest technology

In order to optimise diagnosis and treatment, our medical specialists undergo continuous further training and are familiar with the latest treatment methods. As Dermacare is equipped with the latest devices on the market, we offer patients treatment based on the latest scientific and technical knowledge.