GOALS |
Skin cancer facial reconstruction, Restore facial appearance, Minimize cosmetic deformity related to skin cancer treatment |
PROCEDURE |
Skin cancer removal and reconstruction |
ANESTHESIA |
Local anesthesia alone or in combination with sedation |
LENGTH |
Most cases of reconstruction range from 30-90 minutes in duration |
AFTER PROCEDURE |
Dressings removed after 1 day. Most sutures are removed by day 7 |
RECOVERY |
Most activities may be resumed after a couple of days. Swelling and bruising generally subside by day 10. Return to work in 1-2 weeks |