Our dermatologists offer a range of precise in-office surgical procedures, including Mohs micrographic surgery, excisional surgery, cryotherapy, and laser treatments, to effectively address and manage various skin conditions and lesions.
1. Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Overview: Mohs micrographic surgery is a specialized technique used to treat non-melanoma skin cancers with high precision. This procedure involves the step-by-step removal and examination of cancerous skin layers until no cancerous cells remain.
Benefits:
- Highest cure rate for basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma
- Minimal scarring due to precise removal
- Preserves healthy skin
2. Excisional Surgery
Overview: Excisional surgery involves the removal of a growth or lesion along with a margin of surrounding healthy tissue. This procedure is commonly used to remove suspicious moles, skin cancers, or other abnormal skin growths.
Benefits:
- Effective for removing larger or deeper lesions
- Provides clear margins for accurate diagnosis
- Potential for cosmetic closure with suturing
3. Cryotherapy
Overview: Cryotherapy involves freezing abnormal skin cells with liquid nitrogen to treat various conditions, including warts, precancerous lesions, and certain skin cancers. The extreme cold destroys the targeted cells.
Benefits:
- Quick and minimally invasive
- Suitable for treating multiple lesions in one session
- Minimal downtime with effective results
4. Curettage and Electrodessication
Overview: Curettage and electrodessication is a two-step procedure used to treat superficial skin cancers, precancerous lesions, and certain benign growths. The curettage part involves scraping away the abnormal tissue, followed by electrodessication to destroy any remaining cells with electrical currents.
Benefits:
- Effective for treating non-invasive skin cancers and precancerous lesions
- Minimal scarring
- Usually performed with local anesthesia
5. Laser Surgery
Overview: Laser surgery utilizes concentrated light beams to target and treat various skin issues, including vascular lesions, pigmented lesions, and scars. Different types of lasers are used depending on the specific condition being treated.
Benefits:
- Precision targeting for minimal damage to surrounding tissue
- Can address a range of skin concerns, from age spots to spider veins
- Often results in improved skin texture and appearance
6. Skin Biopsy
Overview: A skin biopsy involves removing a small sample of skin tissue for laboratory analysis. This procedure is essential for diagnosing skin conditions such as cancer, infections, or inflammatory disorders.
Benefits:
- Provides definitive diagnosis of skin conditions
- Minimal discomfort with quick recovery
- Helps guide appropriate treatment plans
What to Expect
Preparation: Prior to any procedure, our team will discuss the process, answer your questions, and provide pre-procedure instructions to ensure you’re well-prepared.
Procedure: Most surgeries are performed under local anesthesia to ensure your comfort. You may experience some minor discomfort or swelling post-procedure.
Aftercare: We will provide detailed aftercare instructions to help you manage any postoperative care, including wound care and follow-up appointments to monitor healing.