Can I smoke after having a mole removed?

This is a mole removal, which has nothing to do with smoking. However, in order to better care for the skin after the mole removal and keep the local area clean and hygienic, it is better to avoid smoking. And you have to wait until the scab falls off before washing your cheek with water.

1. How long it takes for a scab to form after laser mole removal mainly depends on the type of surgery chosen . After laser mole removal, the scab will begin to fall off in about 5-7 days. However, if the number of moles removed is large, or the individual's skin repair function is slightly poor, the recovery time of mole removal may be prolonged.

2. Be patient and wait . After laser mole removal, you must take good care of yourself by protecting yourself from the sun. Before the wound scabs and falls off, apply antibiotic ointment according to the doctor's instructions to ensure perfect results.

3. Pay attention to the protection of the treated area. Keep the treated area as dry as possible within one week after mole removal. Dry it gently with a clean towel as soon as possible after washing or contact with water. After mole removal, avoid sun exposure at the treated area to avoid sunburn and pigmentation, especially for a period of time after the scab falls off. Pay special attention to sun protection.

4. Pay more attention to preventing local infection , because after laser mole removal, a scab of varying sizes will usually be left. During the first two days after laser mole removal, you should keep the wound from contact with water and try not to wash your face. During the first 23 days, you can cover the wound with a hemostatic patch to avoid contamination, but you should change the hemostatic patch frequently and let the wound breathe in time. Be careful to avoid excessive sweating, and don't try to pick off the scab at once. Wait for it to fall off naturally, otherwise it will easily leave scars.

5. Do not scratch at will to avoid inflammation or infection , which may lead to scars or pigmentation. After the treatment of mole removal, a black scab will generally form on the applied area within 1-2 days, and the scab will fall off automatically in about 1-2 weeks. After the scab falls off, fresh red skin will grow. Sometimes the color will deepen due to excessive sunlight exposure. It will recover in about 3-6 months.