This patient had previously removed skin cancer of the right eyebrow that required additional removal to heal the skin. Note the symmetry and preserved forehead movement in the after photo.
This patient with skin cancer of the left temple underwent removal and reconstruction. Notice the improvement of the scar from one week to four months. The scar will keep improving until 18 months after surgery.
This patient had significant nasal obstruction. Form follows function with an improved harmony of the nose.
This patient with skin cancer of the lower lip underwent removal and reconstruction. Approximately one third of the lower lip was removed. Notice the lack of notching in the post-operative photos. This shows the lip muscle was put back together properly and the patient will still have normal mouth function.
This patient had skin cancer. The circle on the first photo marks how much skin was removed. She underwent radiation therapy after surgery. Notice the lower lid is not retracted on the after photo.
This patient had retraction of his nostril after previous cancer surgery.
This patient had a noncancerous lesion of the upper lip. Notice the lip symmetry at follow-up.
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