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Mohs surgery is a specialized surgical technique used to treat certain types of skin cancer, most commonly basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. It is designed to remove cancerous tissue with precision while preserving as much healthy skin as possible. This approach is especially valuable for skin cancers located in areas where tissue preservation is important for function or appearance.

Mohs surgery is performed in-office by dermatologists with specialized training in dermatology and Mohs surgery, allowing for real-time evaluation of cancer margins during the procedure.

Why Choose Mohs Surgery?

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, Mohs surgery is one of the most effective techniques for treating certain skin cancers, particularly those in high-risk or cosmetically sensitive areas.

High cure rates: Mohs surgery offers some of the highest cure rates for common skin cancers, especially when treated early.

Tissue-sparing precision: Cancer is removed layer by layer, preserving as much healthy surrounding tissue as possible.

Immediate microscopic analysis: Tissue is examined during clearly defined Mohs surgery stages, confirming complete cancer removal before surgery is finished.

Optimized cosmetic outcomes: By minimizing unnecessary tissue removal, Mohs surgery helps support smaller wounds and improved cosmetic results.

Patients searching for Mohs surgery often benefit from choosing a dedicated dermatology practice with on-site microscopic evaluation.

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Mohs Surgery Treatment in Texas

Mohs surgery is performed in the office using local anesthesia and is carefully structured to ensure precise cancer removal while keeping you comfortable throughout the process.

Local anesthetic: The treatment area is numbed with an injection so you remain awake, comfortable, and pain-free during the procedure.

Initial tissue removal: The visible skin cancer is removed along with a thin layer of surrounding tissue.

Microscopic examination: The removed tissue is processed and examined under a microscope while you wait comfortably in the office.

Targeted removal if needed: If cancer cells are identified at the margins, only the specific areas where cancer remains are removed.

Repeat stages: This process is repeated as necessary until no cancer cells are detected, ensuring complete removal while preserving healthy skin.

Wound repair: Once the area is cancer-free, the dermatologist determines the most appropriate method for wound closure, which may include natural healing, stitches, or, in select cases, a skin graft.

Mohs surgery is performed through in-office visits at select Bare Dermatology locations in Dallas Park Lane, Frisco, Gainesville, and Rockwall, where dermatologists guide patients through each step of the procedure with careful margin evaluation and tissue preservation.

Mohs surgery recovery depends on the size and location of the treated area, but the procedure is generally well tolerated:

  • Mohs surgery is minimally invasive and typically completed in one day.
  • Most patients resume normal activities within a few days.
  • Mild swelling, redness, or tenderness is common and improves as healing progresses.
  • Wound repair is often performed immediately after surgery to support healing and cosmetic outcomes.

Follow-up visits allow the dermatologist to monitor healing and address any concerns.

Mohs surgery is often recommended for:

  • Skin cancers on the face, ears, scalp, hands, feet, or other sensitive areas
  • Tumors with poorly defined borders
  • Recurrent or aggressive skin cancers

If you have been diagnosed with skin cancer or referred for Mohs surgery, a consultation with a dermatologist trained in dermatology and Mohs surgery can help determine whether this approach is appropriate for your specific diagnosis and treatment needs.

FAQ About Mohs Surgery

Mohs surgery is often necessary for skin cancers located in high-risk or cosmetically sensitive areas, such as the face, ears, hands, or feet. It may also be recommended for tumors with poorly defined borders, recurrent skin cancers, or lesions with a higher risk of recurrence.

Mohs surgery is most commonly used for basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. In select cases, it may be used for certain types of melanoma when specialized techniques are appropriate. A dermatologist will determine whether Mohs surgery is suitable based on the type and location of the melanoma.

Preparing for Mohs surgery typically involves reviewing medications with your dermatologist, arranging transportation if needed, and planning to spend several hours in the office on the day of the procedure. Patients are usually advised to eat normally beforehand and wear comfortable clothing.

In some cases, alternatives to Mohs surgery may be appropriate, such as standard surgical excision, curettage and electrodesiccation, or radiation therapy. The best option depends on the type, size, and location of the skin cancer, and your dermatologist will discuss available treatment options with you.

You should see a dermatologist if you have been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma, particularly in high-risk or cosmetically sensitive areas such as the face, ears, scalp, hands, or feet. Mohs surgery may also be recommended for recurrent or poorly defined tumors that require precise removal. A dermatologist trained in Mohs surgery can help determine whether this approach is appropriate for your diagnosis.

Mohs surgery evaluation and treatment are available through in-office consultations at Bare Dermatology locations in Dallas Park Lane, Frisco, Gainesville, and Rockwall. Bare Dermatology offers comprehensive medical and aesthetic dermatology care across Texas.

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