06/08/2026
Know Your Skin: Why Early Checks Matter
Most moles are completely harmless. But skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK — and when it's found early, treatment is usually simpler and outcomes are far better.
The difficulty is that the naked eye can only tell you so much. That's where dermoscopy comes in.
Dermoscopy or Dermatoscopy uses a specialist handheld device with magnification and polarised light to see structures beneath the skin's surface that aren't visible on ordinary examination. It helps distinguish harmless moles from lesions that need further assessment — and in most cases, it's what allows us to offer clear reassurance.
Mole mapping creates a photographic record of your skin, so changes can be tracked over time. It's particularly useful if you have numerous moles, atypical moles, a personal or family history of skin cancer, or fair skin that burns easily.
At Hinchley Medical, both are provided in-house by Dr Alireza Salehzadeh, who has undertaken advanced dermatology training including dermoscopic lesion assessment. You'll have an unhurried consultation, a full examination, and a clear explanation of what's been found. If anything requires specialist input, we arrange onward referral promptly.
Worried about a new or changing mole? Don't wait and wonder — the vast majority of people who come to us leave reassured.
📍 Hinchley Wood, Esher, Surrey KT10 0SR
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Assessment does not replace the need for specialist referral where clinically indicated.
