Mohs Micrographic Surgery in Miami, FL
What is it?
Developed in the 1930s by Dr. Frederick Mohs, Mohs micrographic surgery is a highly precise and effective treatment for various types of skin cancer. It is considered the gold standard for skin cancer removal due to its accuracy, high cure rates, and cosmetically favorable outcomes. Our experienced surgical team specializes in performing Mohs surgery with meticulous technique and care.
What to Expect during Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Our dedicated Mohs surgeons focus exclusively on skin cancer treatment, removing all cancerous tissue layer by layer. This method ensures complete tumor removal, including cancer cells often missed by other procedures. The tissue is examined microscopically during surgery until no malignant cells remain. This precision preserves healthy tissue, leading to better cosmetic results and a high cure rate. Once the cancer is fully removed, treatment is complete, giving you confidence in being cancer-free.
After the Procedure
Mohs Micrographic Surgery boasts over a 99% five-year cure rate for new skin cancers. Recovery is generally quicker than other methods, with healing typically taking 2-4 weeks. After tumor removal, reconstructive techniques are often used to close the wound and optimize appearance.
Other Skin Cancer Treatment Options
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Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): A light-sensitive agent is applied to the lesion and activated by a specialized light to destroy cancer cells.
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Excisional Surgery: Cancer is surgically cut out with a margin of healthy tissue and the area is closed with stitches.
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Curettage-Electrodesiccation: The tumor is scraped off, then treated with a high-frequency current to destroy remaining cancer and control bleeding.
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Radiation Therapy: Focused X-rays or electron beams target cancer cells while protecting healthy tissue.
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Laser Surgery: CO2 or erbium YAG lasers vaporize or cut away cancerous tissue.
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Cryosurgery: Liquid nitrogen freezes the tumor, causing it to slough off after treatment.
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Lymph Node Dissection: In some melanomas, nearby lymph nodes are removed and examined for cancer spread.
Additional Diagnostic and Treatment Options
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Short Term Mole Monitoring: Digital imaging tracks suspicious moles over time to detect early melanoma while avoiding unnecessary biopsies.
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Dermoscopy (ELM): A handheld microscope magnifies skin lesions to differentiate benign from malignant growths, improving early melanoma detection.
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Topical Medications: Creams like 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) and imiquimod treat actinic keratoses and some superficial basal cell carcinomas.
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Advanced Treatments: Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or biochemotherapy may be used for advanced melanoma cases.
Contact us at Cosmetic Dermatology Miami today to discuss your skin cancer concerns and explore personalized treatment options with our expert dermatology team.
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