Curative Excision.
Surgical excision remains a definitive gold standard for clearing invasive skin cancers. At Modern Dermatology, we combine surgical precision with advanced cosmetic surgery techniques to ensure complete tumor removal while optimizing your aesthetic results.
The Science of Clear Margins.
Skin cancer cells can often extend microscopically beyond what is visible to the naked eye. To ensure complete removal, our board-certified surgeons utilize a Full-Thickness Elliptical Excision. This involves removing the visible tumor along with a carefully measured safety margin of healthy tissue. The specimen is sent for histopathological review, providing confirmation of clear margins.
Basal Cell (BCC)
The most common malignancy. For BCC on the body and limbs, standard excision offers high clearance rates and durable results.
Squamous Cell (SCC)
Invasive SCC requires definitive margins to prevent local spread. Our surgical team ensures complete surgical clearance.
Malignant Melanoma
The highest clinical priority. We utilize wide local excisions (WLE) to ensure safety and prevent recurrence for early-stage melanoma.
Meet Your Specialists.
Dr. Grob
Founder & Dermatologist specializing in thorough skin cancer detection and surgical management with clear margins.
Dr. Dane
Double Board-Certified Dermatologist and Surgeon providing advanced surgical dermatology and expert cosmetic reconstruction.
Frequently Asked.
How long does a skin cancer excision take?
Most procedures take between 30 to 45 minutes, including the time for local anesthesia and a precise cosmetic-surgery closure.
Is the procedure painful?
No. We utilize local anesthesia to completely numb the site. You will be awake and comfortable during the surgery.
Will I have a large scar?
As board-certified surgeons, we utilize minimal-tension closure and align the incision with your body's natural tension lines to ensure the scar is as discreet as possible.
How do I know if the cancer is completely removed?
The removed tissue is reviewed by a board-certified dermatopathologist. We contact you with the report confirming "clear margins," indicating complete removal of the lesion.
What is the recovery time?
Most patients return to daily activity immediately. Sutures are typically removed in 7 to 14 days depending on the body location.
Do I need to stop blood thinners before surgery?
In most cases, we do NOT require you to stop your medically necessary blood thinners. We utilize advanced cautery and pressure bandaging to manage safety.
MODERN DERMATOLOGY: SOUTH TAMPA'S SURGICAL ONCOLOGY EXPERTS
Board-certified dermatology in the heart of South Tampa. Accepting new patients.
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