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Experience expert reconstruction that focuses on both healing and appearance. Dr. Bret Johnson provides advanced care after Mohs surgery to help you look and feel like yourself again after skin cancer removal.
Mohs surgery is a precise method used to treat skin cancer by removing thin layers of cancerous tissue while saving as much healthy skin as possible. However, it can leave noticeable defects, especially on the face. Plastic surgery reconstruction helps restore the area and improve both function and appearance.
The reconstruction process will vary depending on the size and location of the defect. Common techniques used for reconstruction include the following:
This method is used for smaller defects where there is enough loose skin nearby. The surrounding skin is moved and stitched together, typically leaving a straight-line scar.
In this procedure, thin skin is taken from another part of the body and placed over the defect. A bolster is applied to hold it in place while blood vessels grow into the graft. It’s often used for nasal defects or large wounds where local skin isn’t available.
This approach uses nearby skin that is moved to cover the defect while staying attached to its original blood supply. Techniques like rotation or advancement flaps help achieve a better match in texture and color.
In this case, skin from a nearby area is partially detached but kept connected to a blood source (pedicle), then moved into the defect. Forehead and nasolabial flaps are commonly
When structure is needed—especially in nasal reconstruction—cartilage may be taken from the septum, ear, or a donor source to support the area along with the skin repair.
Mohs reconstruction plays an important role in restoring both appearance and function after skin cancer removal. Here are some of its key benefits:
Reconstruction blends the repaired area with surrounding skin to reduce visible scarring and maintain facial balance.
It helps maintain movement and function in areas like the nose, lips, and eyelids, where precision matters most.
The method used depends on the size and location of the defect, allowing for results that look and feel natural.
Careful technique supports a smoother recovery, lowers the risk of complications, and helps patients feel more comfortable during healing.
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Since the extent of the defect isn’t known until after Mohs surgery, most patients meet with us on the day of the procedure to discuss reconstruction. However, we’re happy to schedule a pre-op consultation in advance to review possible options if helpful.
For small defects that will not require significant dissection, in-office repair under local anesthetic may be an option. However, for more extensive defects, defects on the nose, or for patients who prefer sedation, procedures will be performed under anesthesia in an operating room. This anesthesia may be a general anesthetic or sedation only, depending on the procedure.
Following surgery, patients will be allowed to go home the same day. Detailed post-operative care instructions will be provided. Discomfort will frequently subside over the next few days. Most patients are back to their normal daily activities within 1-2 weeks, but it is important to avoid strenuous activity for several weeks to ensure full healing.
Stitches are usually removed about a week after surgery, and the area often looks well-healed within a few weeks. Early on, scars may appear raised or discolored, but they typically soften and fade over the next several months. Proper scar care will be discussed during your visit, and avoiding sun exposure is key to helping scars heal well.
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