Introduction
Skin cancer reconstruction is a cosmetic and functional restorative procedure done to restore the face after skin cancer is removed from the facial area. It restores facial features after skin cancer is removed by Mohs surgery or other methods. Double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Carlos Rivera-Serrano is uniquely trained and has extensive experience in skin cancer reconstruction of the facial area. If you are looking for skin cancer reconstruction in the Miami Beach area, consider scheduling a consultation with Dr. Rivera-Serrano. Continue reading below.
Dr. Rivera-Serrano is a top expert in Miami, having performed thousands of cases. In our gallery and Atlas of Facial Reconstruction, you’ll find before-and-after examples of his work across various facial areas, using various techniques. This is one of the most extensive, if not the most extensive, online atlases of facial reconstruction in the world, with all cases performed by Dr. Rivera-Serrano, demonstrating exceptional results.
Once cancer is removed from the facial area, some surgical wounds might be too deep and leave pits and scars. Skin cancer reconstruction is a restorative surgery performed to reduce the impact of this scarring and help the skin heal more aesthetically.
Depending on the defect’s size, shape, and placement, Dr. Rivera-Serrano uses various reconstruction methods, such as flaps or grafts, to cover and repair the area.
The first step in getting skin cancer reconstruction in Miami Beach with Dr. Rivera-Serrano is to schedule a consultation at Rivera Plastic Surgery. On the day of your appointment, Dr. Rivera-Serrano will evaluate your wounds and scars from the skin cancer removal surgery and inquire more about your medical history, aesthetic goals, concerns, and expectations. As he carries out the examination, he will recommend the best techniques for your wounds, as well as the risks and benefits of the surgery and the recovery timeline.
Once you both agree to move forward, Dr. Rivera-Serrano will create a surgical plan for you. You can take this plan to the patient concierge for pricing and scheduling.
On the day of your skin cancer reconstruction procedure, Dr. Rivera-Serrano and his staff will welcome you and get you settled in the surgical suite. A member of the staff will review your surgical plan to ensure you are fully comfortable to proceed. Once you give the go-ahead, you will require either local or general anesthesia to be administered for your comfort and pain management.
The procedure required for skin cancer reconstruction depends entirely on the area, depth, shape, and placement of the facial defects.
The various techniques include:
The patient’s wound areas will be prepared before surgery. This includes skin cleansing, devitalized tissue removal, and a mark-up of the wound.
Post-surgery, you will be monitored in a recovery room until you are safe to be discharged. You will need a family member or friend available to drive you home in case you are still feeling some of the effects of sedation.
You should keep your surgical site clean and dry for at least 2 days after your procedure. We also recommend that you limit strenuous physical activities, specifically those that might cause you to bend down or lift, as these movements can strain the sutures.
Protect yourself from further skin injury by wearing clothing that covers the graft sites just enough to avoid aggravating them but still allows ventilation for quick healing.
The cost of Skin Cancer Reconstruction in Miami Beach is widely determined by the extent of the skin cancer, the desired outcome, the specific techniques that Dr. Rivera-Serrano chooses to use, and the degree and number of procedures necessary to meet your goals. The best way to find out how much it will cost for you is to come in for your initial consultation and let Dr. Rivera-Serrano create your surgical plan. Once made, our Patient Coordinator will be able to show you the price breakdown for your procedure.
We are specialists and have the know-how. Dr. Rivera-Serrano has extensive experience in facial reconstruction. He has performed over one thousand procedures, ranging from simple to very complex and involving all areas of the face. He also has one of the most extensive (or the most extensive, to the best of our knowledge) before-and-after galleries in the country.
Dr. Rivera-Serrano is among the country’s most highly trained plastic surgeons, having completed two separate residencies (plastic surgery and head and neck surgery / ENT) and two clinical fellowships in some of the most prestigious institutions in North America, Asia, and Europe.
He should be your choice for skin cancer reconstruction in Miami Beach. He also specializes in facelifts, tummy tucks, and body contouring.
Dr. Rivera-Serrano has been a University Professor of Surgery, teaching residents how to perform plastic surgery and explaining the intricacies of the field. He is a respected Miami Beach plastic surgery community member, an innovator, and the author of numerous articles in leading peer-reviewed journals and textbooks. Always aiming for natural results, he knows how to combine artistry with safety. All of the above sets him apart as a top surgeon with one of the most comprehensive plastic surgery offerings throughout Miami Beach, South Florida, and Colombia.
Dr. Rivera-Serrano is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon affiliated with the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ABO-HNS), the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).
If you are facing deep wounds after a cancer removal surgery, consider learning more about skin cancer reconstruction in Miami Beach at Rivera Plastic Surgery. Don’t delay your recovery. Call or complete the online request form to schedule your consultation with double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Carlos Rivera-Serrano as soon as possible.