Basal Cell Carcinoma Removal in Philadelphia

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Skin cancer rates continue to rise in the United States, and basal cell skin cancer is among the fastest-growing.

Occurring in the deepest layer of the skin, basal cell carcinomas often appear on the face looking like scars or prominent red bumps. Removing basal cell carcinomas with the aid of reconstructive facial surgery isn’t just a cosmetic concern—it can be the difference between life and death.

Skin Cancer Before & Afters

Like almost all cases of skin cancer, basal cell cancer is most frequently caused by sun exposure, both accumulated over time and from intense bouts that lead to damaged skin. Because your face is one of the areas of your body most frequently exposed to the sun, having cancerous lesions appear on your face is unfortunately quite normal for skin cancer.

Basal Cell Carcinoma Removal Philadelphia

Risk factors for basal cell skin cancer include:

  • A history of unprotected sun exposure
  • Frequent use of tanning beds
  • Fair skin
  • Blue, green, or grey eyes
  • Age
  • Occupation that involves working outdoors
  • Family history of skin cancer
  • Previous basal cell lesions

When you need a basal cell carcinoma removed from your face, you want a surgeon who can remove all the cancerous tissue and leave your face with minimal scarring. Fortunately, the Philadelphia oculo-facial surgeon at the Morgenstern Center has plenty of experience removing basal cell carcinomas growths and restoring the affected areas. You can browse our basal cell carcinomas removal before and after photos to view specific examples.

The traditional way of removing cancerous growths from the skin is simple excisional surgery. For this type of surgery, the surgeon uses a scalpel to cut around the growth, taking care to remove all the cancerous tissue. For most body areas affected by skin cancer, excisional surgery works around 95 percent of the time.

However, there are issues with using excisional surgery on growths located on your face:

  • More likely to cause visible scarring
  • Difficult to remove all the cancerous tissue in some places
  • Excision of growths on eyelids and noses can look disturbing

Fortunately, an alternative surgical technique exists with Mohs micrographic surgery.

This technique requires a specially trained doctor who removes thin layers of tissue from the tumor, examining each piece under a microscope and then proceeding to remove only those parts of the underlying tissue that have evidence of cancer. This process preserves your skin and has a success rate of 99%. After the basal cell cancer removal, reconstructive surgery can restore your skin to its previous appearance.

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At The Morgenstern Center for Orbital and Facial Plastic Surgery, you will find innovative treatment options and a commitment to excellence. Let Dr. Kenneth Morgenstern guide you on your path to wellness by creating a personalized treatment plan to optimize your results.


Wayne, PA Office:
123 Bloomingdale Ave Suite 102
Wayne, PA 19087

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606 Community Way
Lancaster, PA 17603

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