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reconstruction after moh's

wwalters
11/17/08
wwalters
Topics:Basal Cell CarcinomaMohs Surgery

I had Moh's surgery three weeks ago to remove a BCC on the tip of my nose.. the hole was grafted with a piece from my ear. It is healing, but seems to really stick out and I'm really self conscious of it. The surgeon spoke of dermabrasion...are there other/better options available from a plastic surgeon? Will dermabrasion bring this level to my nose? Thanks for any advice.

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Monday, November 24, 2008

I still think you need to give it some healing time and then microdermabrasion may indeed be a forgiving way to gently "shave it down" even over several sessions.  You might also ask your doctor whether silicone pads can help in any way.  I would be patient and give it some time, though.  At any point you can always get a "second opinion" if it really bothers you.

Deborah
Monday, September 28, 2009

How come they did not do a regular graft, was the hole to deep. Was the color natural

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