MOHS RECONSTRUCTION

Mohs Micrographic Surgery is a method of surgically removing skin cancers with microscopic control. This technique provides the highest cure rates and minimizes scarring. During the surgery, the cancerous tissue is surgically removed and a microscope is used to check the margins and base of the tissue to ensure that all cancer cells have been excised. With the use of the microscope, the Mohs Surgeon is able to pin point the areas which are cancerous and remove only those tissues, enabling the physician to save as much healthy tissue as possible and to prevent excessive scarring.

Once the Mohs Surgeon has removed the cancerous tissue Dr. Murphy will complete the procedure by performing the Mohs Closure. Usually a depression or hole remains which if not closed by a Facial Plastic Surgeon may be disfiguring. Dr. Murphy specializes in reconstructing the facial tissue in skin cancer patients, dedicated to restoring their skin's natural appearance.