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What Exactly is Mohs Surgery?

A skin cancer diagnosis can be a cause of concern for anyone, but it is also a fairly common diagnosis today. As with many forms of cancer, there are a host of treatments available that can offer great results. Mohs micrographic surgery has stood the test of time as the most trusted option for removing some common types of skin cancer and some types of melanomas as well as a few more unusual types of cancers. Our specially-trained physicians use Mohs surgery to preserve as much healthy skin tissue as possible, reducing recovery time and reconstructive surgical needs while providing highly effective treatment. How Does Mohs Work? Mohs is done by removing single thin layers of tissue, examining the tissue under a microscope, and repeating this procedure until no more cancer cells can be found. Our team members who perform Mohs surgery are specially trained to execute three specific functions throughout the procedure:  Precise removal of cancerous tissue Pathological examination of the tissue in the lab & Surgical closure of the [...]

2022-08-15T15:08:24+00:00February 14th, 2020|Mohs Surgery|

Why Mohs Surgery Recovery Matters

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month - and for many individuals, that means making an appointment with a dermatologist to examine any unusual lesions or moles that might have appeared or changed shape.  Based on this examination, your dermatologist may decide to biopsy a mole or lesion to determine if it’s a tumor. At Laser Skin Care Center in Long Beach, CA, we use the Mohs surgical method to remove skin tumors.  This surgical procedure is different from traditional excision in that it removes less overall skin tissue from the extraction site.  Doing so helps minimize any scars, which is particularly important for lesions that are removed on visible areas of the body (such as the face).  The Mohs surgical method also removes a greater amount of the tumor from the skin, ensuring the most successful outcome. Mohs surgery requires a specific recovery process, so it’s important to follow these steps immediately after your surgery: For the first 48 hours, avoid any strenuous activity that could raise your blood pressure. It’s also recommended that you take this time off of [...]

2022-08-15T15:08:35+00:00May 9th, 2017|Mohs surgical method|

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