What is Mohs Surgery?
Hearing the word cancer can be overwhelming, but for those diagnosed with skin cancer, Mohs surgery at Restoration Dermatology offers an effective solution. This precise surgical technique carefully removes cancerous skin cells layer by layer, aiming to preserve as much healthy tissue as possible while ensuring complete cancer removal. Mohs surgery treats squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, and other less common skin tumors. Our expert team performs the procedure by removing the affected tissue in stages, examining each under a microscope to check for remaining cancer cells. Schedule your Mohs consultation with Dr. Vineet Mishra today.
Surgical Technique
The procedure begins with local anesthesia to numb the treatment area. The surgeon then removes thin layers of tissue, which are mapped like a clock face to keep track of their location. Each layer is processed and microscopically examined for cancer cells. If cancer remains, the surgeon removes more tissue from the mapped area. This cycle repeats until no cancer is detected. The number of layers removed depends on the cancer’s stage and duration. Afterward, the wound is treated — ranging from simple suturing to more complex reconstructive surgery for larger areas.
Seek Superior Care
Facing a skin cancer diagnosis requires careful consideration and an experienced Mohs surgeon you can trust. The procedure’s success is closely tied to the surgeon’s skill and expertise. To learn more about our team’s experience and treatment success, contact Restoration Dermatology in Nashville or Franklin, TN to schedule your appointment.