Thorough Checks, Trusted Care
A skin check is an important step in looking after your skin, particularly if you have noticed a changing mole, unusual mark or concerning lesion. Our experienced doctors assess the skin over the face, scalp, neck, trunk, arms, legs, hands and feet, as well as other areas where skin cancers can develop.
Your doctor will look for:
- New or changing moles
- Suspicious pigmented lesions
- Basal cell carcinomas (BCCs)
- Squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs)
- Actinic keratoses
- Other unusual or concerning skin lesions
If a lesion appears suspicious, your doctor may recommend monitoring, a biopsy or removal, depending on the clinical findings.
Who Should Have Regular Skin Checks?
Regular skin examinations may be particularly important for people with:
- Previous melanoma or other skin cancer
- Multiple moles
- Significant sun exposure
- Fair skin
- A history of sunburn
- Previous abnormal skin lesions
- A family history of melanoma or other skin cancers
The recommended frequency of skin checks depends on your individual risk factors.
Early Detection Matters
Skin cancers are often easier to treat when detected early. Regular professional skin checks, together with checking your own skin for changes, can help identify concerning lesions.