Dermoscopy - or mole scanning - is a pain-free, non-invasive method of examining your skin in detail.
What is it?
Dermoscopy is a technique for examining the appearance of the skin (lesions and rashes). It uses a specialised camera, which produces medical grade digital images. These are sent to be examined by a Consultant Dermatologist to give advice on the mole, lesion or skin condition that you are concerned about to provide a diagnosis for skin problems.
If you have a mole, lesion or skin condition that you are concerned about then this service is for you.
If you have a mole, lesion or skin condition that you are concerned about then this service is for you.
How it works
Sage Aesthetic has partnered with DermoSight to provide our patients with fast and efficient consultant-grade dermatology advice and guidance. The mole and blemish check is a computer-assisted mole scanning and digital photo-dermoscopy skin analysis service.
What to expect
The consultation: you will have a face-to-face consultation with Dr Richard Gordon or Dr Morag Stewart where we take a full medical and skin history, after which we image your mole & lesions or skin condition using our digital Dermatoscope (camera). This information will be compiled and referred securely to the Dermosight Consultant Dermatologist who specialises in this type of photographic skin assessment.
The procedure: The assessment itself is performed with the utmost care and attention. The camera takes two images, a clinical image (from a distance) and a dermatoscopic image (extreme close-up) of your skin concerns. Consultant dermatologists then access the consultation, your information and images and analyse the report providing guidance on management as appropriate.
Post-consultation: We will typically have a result to share with you in as little as three days. we will contact you with the report advice and to discuss next steps, where appropriate.
Options may include for example a prescription (private) biopsy, or removal of a lesion. You may prefer to discuss any treatment with your NHS General Practitioner instead, in which case we can assist you with this.
Pricing
At Sage Aesthetic, our prices reflect the high-quality, doctor-led care you receive, with your safety and comfort always our top priority.
Unlike many clinics, our pricing is designed to be clear and straightforward, with no hidden costs. We try to provide you with a single price.
Your procedure at Sage Aesthetic includes a follow-up appointment if necessary, removal of sutures (if you have them) and initial dressings.
Unlike many clinics, our pricing is designed to be clear and straightforward, with no hidden costs. We try to provide you with a single price.
Your procedure at Sage Aesthetic includes a follow-up appointment if necessary, removal of sutures (if you have them) and initial dressings.
- Consultation and dermoscopy of a single lesion - £40
- Additional lesions assessed on the same patient - £25 for each additional lesion.
- For a skin complaint (for exmaple, a rash) consultation and dermoscopy of a single skin condition is £50.
Meet the doctors
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Dr Richard Gordon is our minor surgery specialist.
A graduate of Aberdeen University Medical School, Dr Gordon has more than 23 years of experience in minor surgery and as a GP in Aberdeenshire. His decades of experience in the NHS are invaluable to our minor surgery service, where he ensures safe, effective and patient-focused care. |
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A graduate of Aberdeen University Medical School, Dr Morag Stewart has been practicing aesthetic medicine since 2010.
With decades of experience as a General Practitioner (GP) and Occupational Health doctor, she brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and a deep understanding of patient wellbeing to her role. |
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FAQs
How do I book?
How soon will I get my results?
- All treatments start with a full face-to-face assessment. We only treat skin lesions that are safe and suitable for a clinic setting. If your mole or blemish is unsuitable, we will advise you on other options.
How soon will I get my results?
- You will receive your results within seven days, but usually sooner.
Ready to explore if a dermoscopy (mole scan) is right for you?
We pride ourselves on offering no-rush appointments that make sure you are fully informed and comfortable with every aspect of your treatment.
We serve patients from across Scotland and the UK, and are particularly handy for Aberdeen, Inverurie, Westhill, Banchory, Kemnay, Insch, Meldrum and surrounding areas in Aberdeenshire.
Book now: schedule a confidential, no-obligation consultation.
We serve patients from across Scotland and the UK, and are particularly handy for Aberdeen, Inverurie, Westhill, Banchory, Kemnay, Insch, Meldrum and surrounding areas in Aberdeenshire.
Book now: schedule a confidential, no-obligation consultation.