☀️ Skin Cancer Surgery in the Philippines

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Skin cancer surgery is a procedure to remove cancerous or pre-cancerous lesions from the skin. It is the most effective treatment for basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and some forms of melanoma or actinic keratosis.

The primary goal is to completely remove the cancer with safe margins while preserving as much healthy tissue and skin function as possible. When performed by a skilled plastic surgeon, the surgery also considers aesthetic outcomes, especially for visible areas like the face, scalp, ears, or hands.

• Biopsy-confirmed basal cell carcinoma (BCC)
   
• Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) or actinic keratosis
   
• Early-stage melanoma
   
• Atypical skin lesions with irregular growth
   
• Skin tumors in delicate or high-visibility areas
   
• Lesions causing discomfort, ulceration, or bleeding

As a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Aicee Bernal combines oncologic safety with cosmetic finesse. She performs precise excisions to completely remove cancerous tissue while also restoring the skin with advanced techniques like local flaps, skin grafts, or layered closures.

Dr. Aicee works closely with dermatologists and oncologists for a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring patients receive thorough care, expert reconstruction, and ongoing monitoring.

• Procedure Time: 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on lesion size and complexity
   
• Anesthesia: Local anesthesia for most cases; general for extensive lesions
   
• Clinic or Hospital Setting: Outpatient or short-stay, depending on case
   
• Reconstruction Options:
   
• Direct closure
   
• Local flap repair
   
• Skin grafting for larger defects
   
• Recovery Time: 1–2 weeks for healing; scar fades over months
   
• Biopsy Results: Confirm complete removal and guide further care

Q: How do I know if a skin lesion is cancerous?
A: Any mole or spot that changes in size, color, or shape, bleeds, or does not heal should be evaluated. A skin biopsy is the only way to confirm diagnosis.

Q: Will I be left with a scar?
A: Yes, but Dr. Aicee uses refined plastic surgery techniques to make scars as small, flat, and natural-looking as possible — especially on the face or visible areas.

Q: What happens if the cancer is not fully removed?
A: In rare cases where margins are not clear, re-excision may be recommended to ensure all cancerous cells are removed.

Q: Is surgery better than laser or cream treatment?
A: For confirmed skin cancer, surgery is the gold standard for complete removal and long-term cure — especially for aggressive or deeper lesions.

Don’t ignore a changing mole or persistent skin lesion.
Schedule your skin cancer consultation with Dr. Aicee Bernal, and receive expert diagnosis, safe removal, and reconstruction by a trusted plastic and reconstructive surgeon.