Skin Cancer Removal

If you’ve recently been informed that you have skin cancer and need to get a growth removed, it may be extremely overwhelming, and you may not be sure what comes next. It’s important to understand what Mohs surgery is and why it’s so important. Dr. Gerald Peters Jr. at Peters Dermatology Center in Bend, OR, can answer any questions you may have about Mohs surgery and will give you detailed information on what to expect from your surgery.

What is Mohs Surgery?

Mohs surgery is designed to help remove growths of skin cancer that are large or that occur in delicate areas, such as the face. Mohs surgery is one of the most effective surgeries for dealing with skin cancer and has the highest cure rates. Your dermatologist in Bend, OR, will first do an examination to determine if Mohs surgery is the best course of action for your skin cancer. They will provide you with all the information you need to feel totally comfortable going into surgery.

Mohs surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you’ll get to go home that same day. It can take an average of four hours depending on the size and severity of your growth. An anesthetic will be applied to the affected area to keep you totally comfortable throughout the entire procedure and you won’t be able to feel any pain during it.

During surgery, your dermatologist will inspect the tissue with a microscope to save as many healthy cells from being removed as possible. This will help keep your body healthy and rid of skin cancer. Once the surgery is over, your dermatologist will provide you with care instructions and you should be on your way to healing!

Contact Your Dermatologist Today!

Being diagnosed with skin cancer can be scary, but there are ways to combat it. Contact Dr. Gerald Peters Jr. at Peters Dermatology Center in Bend, OR, to learn more about Mohs surgery and skin cancer. Call today at (541) 323-7546.

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