Skinnova offers mole mapping and total body photography in Hamilton, ON. Physician-supervised skin cancer screening using OptimaScan technology. No referral needed.
Total Body Photography (TBP) — commonly called mole mapping — is an advanced, physician-supervised skin imaging service now available at Skinnova Medical & Aesthetics Clinic in Hamilton, Ontario. Using a cutting-edge, Canadian-made imaging system, TBP takes detailed photographs of your entire skin surface to track all your moles and spots over time, identifying new and changing lesions that may be difficult to detect with the naked eye.
Early detection of skin cancer — including melanoma — significantly improves treatment outcomes and reduces the risk of serious health complications. Skinnova’s mole mapping service brings this proactive, preventative technology to Hamilton patients, giving you and your physician precise, reliable data to monitor your skin year after year.
Anyone can choose to have Total Body Photography at our Hamilton clinic. It is especially recommended for patients with a higher risk of developing skin cancer, including those who:
Have many moles or spots on their skin
Have unusual or irregular-looking moles
Have had melanoma or other skin cancers before
Have a family history of melanoma, especially in close relatives
Have fair skin and tend to burn easily in the sun
Have had significant sun exposure or used tanning beds in the past
TBP can be used alongside regular skin checks with a dermatology provider when needed. For Hamilton patients who require close follow-up, it provides an additional, highly accurate layer of ongoing monitoring.
At our Hamilton clinic, we use an advanced Canadian-made imaging system called OptimaScan, paired with DermEngine software — one of the most sophisticated mole mapping platforms available in Canada.
At follow-up appointments:
Important: The AI does not diagnose skin cancer. It assists your Hamilton physician in identifying changes more efficiently — all clinical decisions are made by our Doctors or our medical team.
Your mole mapping appointment at Skinnova in Hamilton is straightforward and typically takes 20 to 30 minutes.
During your visit:
At follow-up visits:
If any spots require further attention, our Hamilton clinic will contact you directly with a personalized care plan.
Introductory Pricing:
Total Body Photography is a preventative service and is not covered by OHIP. A detailed receipt will be provided after your visit. Some private insurance plans and health spending accounts (HSAs) may reimburse part or all of the cost — we recommend checking with your provider.
If a suspicious lesion is identified during your appointment, any required follow-up testing or treatment would be covered under OHIP.
No referral is required to book a mole mapping appointment at Skinnova. Our Hamilton clinic welcomes new patients directly.
Mole mapping (Total Body Photography) and a standard skin check are complementary but different. A standard skin check is a visual exam performed by a physician. Mole mapping adds a layer of precision technology — detailed photography, 3D imaging, dermoscopy, and AI-assisted change detection — that allows your Hamilton physician to track subtle changes over time that might not be visible to the naked eye during a routine exam.
For most patients, an annual follow-up scan is recommended after the initial baseline. Patients with higher risk factors or a history of skin cancer may be advised to come more frequently. Your Skinnova physician will recommend a monitoring schedule appropriate for your individual risk profile.
Total Body Photography is a preventative service and is not covered by OHIP. However, if a suspicious lesion is identified and requires further testing or treatment, that care is covered under OHIP. Some private insurance plans or health spending accounts may cover the cost of TBP — we recommend checking with your provider before your appointment.
Skinnova uses the OptimaScan imaging system — an advanced, Canadian-made device — combined with DermEngine software. OptimaScan captures high-quality images of your entire body surface in approximately 60 seconds and generates a 3D model for comparison at follow-up visits. AI-assisted analysis highlights changes for your physician to review.
No. Total Body Photography is completely non-invasive. The OptimaScan does not touch your skin. Dermoscopic photos involve a handheld device making gentle contact with the skin surface, which is not painful.
No referral is required. Hamilton and Stoney Creek residents can book a mole mapping appointment at Skinnova directly by calling (905) 549-1025 or using our online booking form.
Come to your appointment with clean, dry skin and no makeup, lotion, or self tanner. Nail polish should be removed from fingers and toes so that nail beds can be examined. Wear underwear or a swimsuit that you are comfortable being photographed in, as the scan captures your full body surface.
Skinnova’s mole mapping service is available at our Hamilton clinic located at 800 Queenston Rd, Stoney Creek. No referral required. Call us at (905) 549-1025 or book online.
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