Skin cancer reconstruction repairs the defect left after a skin cancer has been removed. The aim is to support healing, preserve function and restore the appearance of the affected area as closely as possible.
Removing skin cancer can leave a wound that affects the shape or function of an area, particularly on the nose, eyelids, lips or ears. Reconstructing missing tissue preserve function such as eyelid closure or form such as the shape of a nostril. The repair is planned around the wound and the needs of your cancer treatment.
A small wound may be closed directly with stitches. A local flap moves nearby tissue into the wound while retaining its blood supply. A skin graft transfers skin from another part of the body. Deeper nasal defects may also need cartilage to restore support. Some selected wounds are allowed to heal with dressings rather than immediate surgical closure. Larger repairs may require more than one procedure.
“Reconstructive surgery following skin cancer is the crucial final step in the healing journey, blending medical necessity with aesthetic artistry.”
Carefully repairs the surgical defect without distorting the surrounding delicate facial features.
Ensures that vital structures like the eyelids, nostrils, and lips maintain their proper movement and function.
Utilises adjacent tissue to ensure the best possible match for skin color, thickness, and texture.
Advanced techniques hide necessary incision lines within the natural contours and shadows of the face.
Often performed on the same day as the cancer removal, allowing the physical healing process to begin immediately.
Helps patients move past the trauma of a skin cancer diagnosis by restoring their natural appearance.
Each stage is designed around your comfort, safety, and outcome. Dr. Gus walks every patient through this process in detail during your fully private consultation.
Coordination with your surgical dermatologist to understand the location and anticipated size of the defect.
Immediately following tumor clearance, Dr. Gus assesses the defect and designs the most elegant flap or graft.
Local tissue is precisely undermined and advanced, or a graft is harvested, to seamlessly reconstruct the area.
Recovery focuses on gentle wound care to ensure the delicate flaps or grafts take successfully to the new site.
Swelling and mild bruising are common. The surgical site must be kept clean, moist with ointment, and protected.
Sutures are removed. The reconstructed area will look pink and slightly elevated, which is entirely normal.
Swelling resolves significantly. The tissue begins to relax and blend with the surrounding contours.
Over 6 to 12 months, the incision lines fade to match the natural skin tone, resulting in an incredibly discreet repair.
This procedure is necessary for patients who have undergone skin cancer excision resulting in a complex wound.
You may be a candidate if you:
Breast Augmentation
To increase the perceived size, restoring structural tone and vitality to the upper torso for a fuller, more balanced feminine form.
“For years, I felt that my silhouette didn’t quite match my active lifestyle. I wanted a change, but I was terrified of looking ‘overdone’ or artificial. Dr. Gus set my mind to rest. His approach turned out to be so considered the recovery was smoother than I anticipated, but the real impact was the confidence. For the first time, I feel completely at home in my own skin. I am just about the surgery. It was about the care and the precision behind it.”
— Dana S, Zurich
Breast Augmentation
To increase the perceived size, restoring structural tone and vitality to the upper torso for a fuller, more balanced feminine form.
“For years, I felt that my silhouette didn’t quite match my active lifestyle. I wanted a change, but I was terrified of looking ‘overdone’ or artificial. Dr. Gus set my mind to rest. His approach turned out to be so considered the recovery was smoother than I anticipated, but the real impact was the confidence. For the first time, I feel completely at home in my own skin. I am just about the surgery. It was about the care and the precision behind it.”
— Dana S, Zurich
Breast Augmentation
To increase the perceived size, restoring structural tone and vitality to the upper torso for a fuller, more balanced feminine form.
“For years, I felt that my silhouette didn’t quite match my active lifestyle. I wanted a change, but I was terrified of looking ‘overdone’ or artificial. Dr. Gus set my mind to rest. His approach turned out to be so considered the recovery was smoother than I anticipated, but the real impact was the confidence. For the first time, I feel completely at home in my own skin. I am just about the surgery. It was about the care and the precision behind it.”
— Dana S, Zurich
No. Excision surgery removes the cancer, while reconstruction repairs the resulting wound. Reconstruction itself does not prevent recurrence or replace ongoing cancer care.
No. Some wounds can be stitched directly, while selected wounds heal well with dressings. The choice depends on size, depth, location and the effect on nearby structures.
Yes. Scars remain at incision sites and may also occur at a donor site. A graft can differ in colour or texture, and a flap may initially look bulky. Appearance generally improves as healing progresses.
Possibly. Some flaps are deliberately completed in stages. Later surgery may refine a contour or scar, or address healing problems.
Risks include bleeding, infection, delayed healing, altered sensation, wound breakdown and an unsatisfactory scar or contour. A graft or flap may partly or completely fail and require further treatment. Dr Gus will discuss the risks relevant to your repair.
A private, no-obligation consultation with Dr. Gus is the first step. Come with questions, leave with clarity. We keep availability limited to ensure every patient receives undivided attention.
