Reconstructive plastic surgery after skin cancer is a delicate and specialized type of surgery. It is important to ask a lot of questions and pay close attention to what your healthcare provider has to say about your options.
The doctor who performs your Mohs surgery, also called Mohs micrographic surgery, to treat skin cancer may be able to complete your reconstruction when your lesion is removed, or you may be referred to a plastic surgeon for reconstructive surgery.
This gallery contains before and after photos that may be graphic and/or unsettling. The before pictures have been taken after Mohs surgery to remove cancerous lesions from the face. The after pictures show results after reconstructive surgery to repair the defects left behind after the cancer was removed.
The after photo shows an excellent result with the reestablishment of the lower lip continuity and minimal restriction in the mouth opening.
The after photo shows the patient’s result six months after surgery with no distortion of the nasal anatomy.
The after photos show the patient immediately following surgery and again six months postoperative with no distortion of the nasal anatomy.
The post-op photo was taken at seven days, in the early stages of healing. The scar will fade significantly over time.
A Word From Verywell
Being told you need surgery on your face to remove cancer can be distressing. Worrying about how your skin may look after the procedure is normal. It is important to go to a surgeon who has substantial experience in the type of surgery you need, whether Mohs surgery or the reconstructive surgery afterward.
