The Problem
Dealing with a skin cancer can be a very stressful experience. When the cancer is on the face, it may pose serious functional and cosmetic issues. Facial skin cancers are frequently removed in a special procedure called Mohs Surgery. Repairing these resulting defects may require a Facial Plastic Surgeon.
Dr. Ondik: Nasal reconstruction with cartilage graft and cheek flap
Dr. Ondik: Nasal reconstruction with cartilage graft and forehead flap
Dr. Ondik: Ear reconstruction using local skin flap
Dr. Ondik: Reconstruction using local skin flap
Dr. Ondik: Scalp reconstruction using local skin flap
The Procedure
Dr. Ondik is a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon and has extensive experience in repairing all areas of the face, including total nasal reconstruction. Dr. Ondik will coordinate with your Dermatologist or Mohs Surgeon to repair the resulting skin cancer defect. He will spend time explaining the repair options. Each skin cancer repair is carefully chosen to restore the function of the facial component and ensure the most cosmetically superior result. Primary closure, skin grafts, local flaps, and regional flaps are the most common methods of repair. The procedure is typically done in the office under local anesthesia, however, larger repairs may require a hospital or ambulatory surgery center.