Skin Cancer Torrance

Skin Cancer Surgery Torrance CA

With Dr. Sherif Khattab in Torrance, California

Affecting more than one million people in the U.S. every year, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. When caught early, skin cancer is treatable, but may leave your skin with unwanted scars. Seeking a skilled plastic surgeon in Torrance, California can help maintain the integrity of your skin.

Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Sherif Khattab specializes in the latest skin cancer removal techniques. Whether you’ve been officially diagnosed with skin cancer, or you’re concerned about a questionable lesion, Dr. Khattab has the education and training to help.

When to Consider Skin Cancer Removal

Anyone who has been diagnosed with skin cancer should consider removal surgery. Skin cancer removal surgery can be used for basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, irregular moles, and questionable lesions.

As a general rule, the best candidates for skin cancer removal are otherwise healthy and possess realistic expectations. Dr. Khattab will be able to determine if skin cancer removal is necessary for you following an in-house consultation.

What to Expect During Your Skin Cancer Removal

The consultation: In order to determine if you are a good candidate for skin cancer removal, you will need to be honest and upfront about every aspect of your health. Your consultation will include a physical examination in Torrance, California, as well as an in-depth discussion of your medical history and cosmetic goals. This information will help Dr. Khattab determines if skin cancer removal is the right choice for you.

Procedure: For basic lesions, surgical removal using a small incision can be performed under a local anesthetic. An incision is made around the lesion and the lesion is removed. The incision is then closed using fine sutures. More advanced techniques such as skin or tissue grafts may be needed to reconstruct large wounds. During these procedures, a portion of healthy tissue is removed from a donor site on your body and transplanted to the treatment area. In most cases, donor tissue is taken from an area on your body that can be concealed under clothing.

Recovery: Immediately following treatment, your skin will be swollen, red, and likely draining fluid. Surgical drains may be used to collect this excess fluid. You may experience some discomfort for several days in the treatment area, which can be managed with pain medication. Bandages are removed in a few days, and stitches in one week. You should be able to resume normal activities right away, or within 1-2 days. More extensive procedures will require some downtime. These details will be discussed during your consultation.

Glowing skin of a woman

Results: Once the skin cancer has been removed, the healed skin should match the area around it and create a natural, smooth appearance. When at all possible, incision lines will be hidden with the natural contours of your body. Following skin cancer surgery in Torrance, CA, it is still possible for skin cancer to return in the same region or another area of your body. For this reason, you should wear sunscreen and protect your skin from direct sun exposure. You should also get regular checkups with your dermatologist.

Dr. Khattab, Angie, & Office Staff

“Thank you so much for the wonderful care and kindness, & patience you all have shown me. I felt so comfortable from the first office visit until after the treatment you are wonderful. I’m so glad to have you, I feel so much sexier and more beautiful, more like a woman because of your help thank you for helping make all this possible, and thank you for attending to my special needs.”

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Interested in learning more about skin cancer removal in Torrance, CA? Contact Beyond Beautiful today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Khattab. We look forward to offering compassionate treatment and excellent cosmetic plastic surgery solutions.

Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Khattab

If you’re ready to learn more about skin cancer surgery in Torrance, CA call 310-325-2100 to inquire about a consultation with Dr. Khattab. Beyond Beautiful is located at 23365 Hawthorne Blvd, Suite 102, in Torrance, CA. Since 1988, we have been providing excellent care to patients from nearby Torrance, Long Beach, Redondo Beach, and beyond.

 

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