Mole scar on nose

I have a really embarrassing scar on my nose from where I had a mole removed, I had it done on the NHS and they did not warn me about scaring or anything they literally just hacked the mole off.

The scar is even more embarrassing as its placed exactly where a nose piercing would be and people now constantly ask me if I had a nose piercing ripped out, im desperate to get rid of this scar or at least make it less noticeable, is there any way to do this?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
For such scars, topical treatments with acids and chemical peels can be effective but can take a while for the skin to totally revert to its normal color.  Microdermabrasion can also be done, but this might require several sessions.  Skin resurfacing using lasers is also an option.  

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.