Dermtest
Dermtest in Estonia: digital mole mapping and melanoma prevention. Price 100–180 €, certified dermatologists in Tallinn and Tartu.
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Dermtest is a digital mole-mapping system developed in Estonia that lets a dermatologist document and monitor areas of skin with high-resolution images. Dermtest suits anyone with more than 10 moles, a family history of melanoma, or who wants to document their skin health over the long term. Dermtest is available in Estonia's larger beauty clinics and medical centres, where the procedure is carried out by a certified dermatologist. Unlike an ordinary mole examination, Dermtest allows precise comparison over time — it is one of the most effective methods for the early detection of melanoma.
What is Dermtest and how does it work?
Dermtest is a digital dermatoscopy and whole-body mole-mapping platform created in Estonia. The system uses high-resolution cameras and special-quality lighting (polarised, white and UV light) to photograph each mole at precise magnification and quality. The images are stored in a secure client profile and let the dermatologist compare changes over months and years.
The Dermtest software analyses the images with the help of artificial intelligence, assessing a mole's symmetry, colour, structure and the likelihood of change. This supports the dermatologist's visual diagnosis — in suspicious cases the system recommends closer examination or removal. It is an Estonian medical-technology export product, used in other European countries too.
Dermtest in Estonia — prices and how the procedure goes
The price of Dermtest in Estonia starts at around 80 € for a mole-mapping visit. A full whole-body mapping costs 100–180 €, depending on the clinic and the number of moles. Some clinics treating under a haigekassa (Health Insurance Fund) contract have part of the Dermtest services compensated. Follow-up visits (after 1 year) typically cost 50–80 €.
The visit begins with a consultation in which the dermatologist reviews your medical and family history. Each mole is then photographed systematically — the process takes 30–60 minutes, depending on the number of moles. For more suspicious moles dermatoscopy (a magnifying glass) is used in addition. The dermatologist reviews the images, compares them with earlier ones (if any exist) and gives a consultation.
How to choose a beauty clinic that offers Dermtest?
The Dermtest system is used in Estonia by a specific network of dermatologists and beauty clinics. Check the nearest certified clinic on the official Dermtest website (dermtest.ee). Make sure the procedure is carried out by a certified dermatologist, not just a nurse-specialist.
Read Google reviews about longer experiences. The better-known beauty clinics offering Dermtest in Estonia operate in both Tallinn and Tartu. If you have a family history of melanoma, be sure to ask for a specialist working in oncological dermatology. Proper follow-up and comparison with previous images is most important — that is why Dermtest works over the long term.
Risks, side effects and who Dermtest suits
Dermtest itself is a non-invasive imaging procedure — it does nothing to the skin, removes nothing and involves no physical side effects. The risks relate only to possible error in interpretation — that is why the artificial-intelligence analysis supports but does not replace the dermatologist's diagnosis.
Dermtest suits especially: people with more than 10 moles; those with a family history of melanoma; those with a previous melanoma diagnosis; people with red hair and fair skin (higher risk); those with a history of tanning and sunburn; monitoring childhood moles. Dermtest is a preventive-medicine tool.
Dermtest in Estonia's most popular cities
In Tallinn, several certified beauty clinics and medical centres offer Dermtest. Tallinn has Estonia's largest concentration of Dermtest mapping — both initial mappings and annual follow-up visits are done here daily. The larger beauty clinics have received specialised mole-monitoring training.
In Tartu, clinics offering Dermtest often have a university-hospital background, which means a strong academic approach. In Pärnu and other county centres Dermtest is often available periodically — check the official Dermtest website. Repeat visits to the same clinic are important for building a consistent image base.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Dermtest cost?
A whole-body Dermtest mapping in Estonia typically costs 100–180 €. A single mole check starts at around 80 €. Follow-up visits (after 1 year) cost 50–80 €. Some clinics with a haigekassa (Health Insurance Fund) contract compensate part of the cost.
How often should Dermtest be repeated?
Repeating after 12 months is typically recommended, to compare changes. For higher-risk people (family history, previous melanoma) a 6-month interval may be advised. Moles that appeared in childhood need monitoring in adulthood.
Does Dermtest replace a dermatologist?
No, Dermtest is a dermatologist's tool, not a replacement. The system's software provides precise comparison and artificial-intelligence analysis, but the final diagnosis is made by a certified dermatologist. It is a collaboration between the dermatologist and the technology.
Does Dermtest detect melanoma early?
The collaboration of Dermtest technology and a dermatologist markedly increases the likelihood of early detection. Comparing moles over time (spotting an important change) is one of the most effective methods for an early melanoma diagnosis. The final decision is made by the doctor.
Who does Dermtest suit most?
Dermtest suits especially people with more than 10 moles, those with a family history of melanoma, those with a previous melanoma diagnosis, people with red hair and fair skin, and people with intense sun exposure. An annual check is a preventive measure.
Is Dermtest painful?
No, Dermtest is completely painless. The procedure consists of photographic images — you feel no physical contact beyond the standard examination. The photography takes 30–60 minutes depending on the number of moles.
Who is allowed to perform Dermtest?
Dermtest is carried out by a certified dermatologist in a beauty clinic licensed by Terviseamet (the Health Board), who has received training in the Dermtest system. The technology supports but does not replace medical diagnosis — the diagnosis always remains within the dermatologist's competence.
Dermtest in Tallinn vs Tartu — does the price differ?
Prices in Tallinn and Tartu are relatively similar, typically 100–180 €. More certified clinics are available in Tallinn. In Tartu, clinics offering Dermtest often have a university-hospital background, which can offer additional expertise.