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Moh’s surgery on the face often requires surgical repair and reconstruction to reapproximate the skin edges. Flaps or direct closure techniques are used. It is important that you optimize scar healing during this phase in order to reduce longterm scars. For red scars, we use Vbeam laser, followed by fractional laser for scar topography and contour. We recommend Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily for the immediate postoperative period. Fractional laser is safe for scar laser therapy. There are treatments for swelling and edema of the scars. If there is residual sutures or edema, we advise you to follow a scar treatment protocol that can minimize the time to recovery. Our office specializes in scar revisions for Moh’s surgery. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
At this point, assuming everything is healing well, you can certainly use a silicone scar gel or sheet. Studies have shown that the silicone gels and sheeting can improve the overall appearance of surgical scars. Sun protection is also extremely important and some of the silicone scar products are formulated with sunscreen as well.
Best option is to talk to your doctor about what he/she would like you to use. Most successful scar improvement products (in my opinion) include silicone, either in sheets or gels. I usually recommend Biocorneum (silicone and sunscreen gel) after 1-2 weeks.
There is a charge for the Mohs surgery (removal of the skin cancer) and a charge for the reconstruction. Medicare covers each, but patients have "patient responsibility" which may be covered by your secondary insurance if you have secondary insurance. Best option.... talk to the Mohs surgeon or...
Thank you for your question. It is possible some scar tissue is forming and causing the tightness you're feeling. I wouldn't recommend "pushing it around" but frequent gentle massage of the entire area will help to reduce and soften any scar tissue. I trust you have a follow-up appointment wi...
Best option.... talk to the Mohs surgeon. If the cancer is on the margin of the eyelid, drops may be used to anesthetize the cornea so that a protective shield (like a contact lens) may be used but most of the surgery will require a local anesthetic injected into the skin. Talk to the doctor...
