How often should I have a skin check?
At MoleMap Matamata, we recommend you get a professional skin check at least every 12 months. New Zealand has one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world. This is why we recommend booking in a mole check at our Matamata skin cancer clinic annually. You’ll get a comprehensive skin check by one of our experienced melanographers. This will give you the best chance of detecting suspicious spots or moles early—when they’re most treatable.
What does a typical mole check involve?
Your Matamata mole check will involve a comprehensive skin examination by an experienced melanographer. They’ll check your skin from head to toe, including under your nails, the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet. Suspicious moles or lesions are photographed using a dermatoscope. This produces high-quality images that can be magnified. The images are sent electronically for dermatologist diagnosis. Within around 10 working days you’ll receive a full report and recommendation on the next steps, if action is needed.
Get the prices and explore the features for all of our Matamata mole check services.
Do I need a referral to book a mole check in Matamata?
No, you don’t need a referral to visit one of our MoleMap skin check clinics. Call us on 0800 665 362 to make your appointment.
What types of skin checks does Molemap Matamata offer?
At our skin cancer clinic in Matamata, you can choose from three mole check services.
Full Body MoleMap is our most comprehensive mole check service. It includes:
- Thorough skin assessment
- Full body imaging
- Individual mole plotting
- Dermatologist diagnosis of suspicious moles
- Ongoing, proactive skin monitoring
- Advice on skin cancer risk + prevention
SkinCheck is ideal for people at low risk or who have spotted a new or changing mole and want it checked out quickly. It includes:
- Thorough skin assessment
- Dermatologist diagnosis of suspicious moles
- Advice on skin cancer risk + prevention
SkinCheck+ is for people at low to medium risk, who want the added benefit of full body photography. This can be used as a reference to track changes in your skin over time. It includes:
- Thorough skin assessment
- Full body imaging
- Dermatologist diagnosis of suspicious moles
- Advice on skin cancer risk + prevention
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