SURGICAL / RECONSTRUCTION
Skin Cancer
Reconstruction
A skin cancer diagnosis is serious — but with the right surgical team, both the cancer and the scar it leaves behind can be addressed. Stubbs Center specializes in expert reconstruction following skin cancer removal, restoring function and appearance with advanced techniques tailored to each patient's unique needs.
BOARD-CERTIFIED SURGEON
FUNCTION + AESTHETICS
INSURANCE OFTEN APPLIES
COMPREHENSIVE CARE
1 in 5
Americans Affected
1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70 — making it the most common cancer in the United States.
3.6M
BCC Cases Per Year
Basal cell carcinoma alone accounts for approximately 3.6 million new diagnoses in the U.S. annually.
Early
Detection Changes Everything
When caught early, skin cancer can be treated with little or no scarring and high odds of full elimination.
Restoring function and appearance
after removal
Skin cancer treatment often requires the surgical removal of tissue — sometimes significant amounts, particularly when the cancer is on the face, ears, nose, or scalp. While eliminating the cancer is always the first priority, what comes next matters enormously.
Our team specializes in the reconstructive step that follows excision — closing the wound in a way that minimizes scarring, preserves natural function, and restores the skin's appearance as closely as possible to what it was before. We offer comprehensive care from initial consultation and surgery through follow-up treatment and scar management.
Reconstruction after skin cancer often involves addressing both function and appearance in a single procedure — restoring tissue, protecting critical structures, and blending the repair as naturally as possible. Dr. Stubbs will determine the best reconstructive approach based on your specific needs.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR DIAGNOSIS
Types of Skin Cancer
Each type differs in origin, behavior, and urgency. Early detection and treatment are critical for all four.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Your Questions, Answered
What to expect from reconstruction
The goal of reconstruction is to close the wound left by cancer excision in a way that minimizes visible scarring, maintains normal function, and respects the natural structure of the surrounding tissue.
The right technique depends on the size and location of the defect, the depth of excision, and your skin's characteristics. Dr. Stubbs selects the approach — or combination of approaches — that will produce the best long-term result for your specific situation.
Scars are an inevitable part of any reconstruction. With proper wound care and, when appropriate, medical-grade scar therapy, most patients are very pleased with how their results mature over time.