Everything You Need to Know About Mole Mapping
When it comes to preventing skin cancer, early detection is everything. At Beach Road Surgery & Skin Clinic in Batemans Bay, we take skin health seriously—and mole mapping is one of the most powerful tools we use to protect our community from skin cancer, including deadly melanomas.
What Is Mole Mapping?
Mole mapping is a non-invasive, comprehensive photographic technique that allows us to monitor your skin and detect suspicious changes over time. Using advanced imaging technology, we create a full-body map of your moles and lesions.These high-resolution images are securely stored and used for future comparisons, helping us identify changes that could indicate skin cancer at its earliest stages.
Mole mapping is particularly useful for people who:
- Have a personal or family history of skin cancer
- Have multiple or atypical (unusual) moles
- Have fair skin or sun-damaged skin
- Live in high UV exposure regions, like the South Coast of NSW
Why Is Mole Mapping So Important?
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, and Batemans Bay is no exception. With our beautiful beaches and active outdoor lifestyle, regular sun exposure is part of life here. That’s why preventive skin care and early intervention are crucial.
At Beach Road Surgery & Skin Clinic, we don’t just talk about prevention—we act on it.
The Impact We’ve Made
In the past year alone, our clinic has detected and treated over 600 skin cancers right here in Batemans Bay—including more than 100 melanomas. These are incredibly significant numbers for a single doctor-run clinic serving a small regional population.
Each melanoma caught early is potentially a life saved. These statistics highlight how critical access to skin cancer checks and mole mapping is for our local community.
What Happens During a Mole Mapping Appointment?
- Initial Skin Assessment – A qualified clinician will conduct a full skin check, examining every mole and lesion.
- Digital Photography – We take high-resolution images of your entire body and close-ups of any suspicious moles.
- Analysis & Documentation – Your mole map is stored securely for ongoing comparison in future visits.
- Follow-Up Recommendations – Based on your skin profile, we’ll advise how often you should return for monitoring.
Our doctor-led clinic ensures that you receive medically accurate advice and care, with the highest attention to detail.
How Often Should You Get Mole Mapping?
For most people, we recommend annual mole mapping, though more frequent checks may be advised if you’re high-risk. Early detection allows for simpler, less invasive treatments and the best chance of full recovery.
Protect Your Skin—Book Your Mole Mapping Today
If you’ve never had your moles mapped, or it’s been over a year since your last skin check, now is the time. Don’t wait for symptoms—early detection saves lives.
👉 Call us today to book your mole mapping appointment at Beach Road Surgery & Skin Clinic, Batemans Bay’s trusted, doctor-led skin cancer clinic.
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