Reconstructive
Skin cancer reconstruction
Restoring the skin and contour after removal of a skin cancer, with attention to both healing and appearance.
Quick Facts
- Procedure time: 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on complexity
- Anesthesia: Local or general anesthesia
- Clinic stay: Same-day or short stay
- Recovery: Around 1–2 weeks depending on site
- Exercise: Strenuous activity from about 2–4 weeks
- Final result: Settles over several months
What it is
After a skin cancer is removed, the resulting wound sometimes needs more than a simple closure, particularly on the face or other visible or complex areas. Reconstruction restores the skin and contour using careful direct closure, local flaps that borrow nearby skin, or skin grafts.
Complete and confirmed removal of the cancer always comes first and is coordinated with your dermatology or oncology team. Reconstruction is then planned to restore appearance and function while respecting the priority of clear margins.
What it can improve
- Restoration of skin and contour after cancer removal
- Appearance of defects in visible areas such as the face
- Function where a defect affects an eyelid, nose, or lip
- A discreet, well-planned reconstruction
It does not treat the cancer itself, which must be removed and confirmed clear first, and it cannot leave the area scar-free. Some reconstructions are staged over more than one procedure.
Before the procedure
Reconstruction is coordinated with the team removing the cancer, so the priority of complete removal is clear. The reconstructive plan, possible techniques, and realistic outcomes are explained in advance.
During the procedure
Once the cancer is removed and margins are addressed, the defect is reconstructed using direct closure, a local flap, or a skin graft, chosen to restore appearance and function for that area.
After the procedure
The area is supported and protected while it heals. Recovery depends on the technique and site, and the reconstructed area continues to settle and refine over the following months.
Results: what it can and cannot achieve
A restored, discreet, and functional reconstruction is achievable. It cannot remove the need for scars, and ongoing skin surveillance remains important after skin cancer. Your surgeon explains the plan and any staging involved.
Possible risks and complications
Reconstruction after skin cancer is carefully planned but carries surgical risks. Possible risks include:
- Scarring, which is unavoidable
- Partial loss of a flap or graft
- Delayed wound healing
- Infection or bleeding
- Asymmetry or contour irregularity
- Need for revision or staged surgery
Smoking and impaired circulation raise the risk of healing problems, wound complications, and tissue loss, so honest assessment and smoking cessation are especially important in reconstructive surgery.
Who it suits
Skin cancer reconstruction may suit patients who need the skin restored after cancer removal. It is especially suitable for those who:
- Have had or are having a skin cancer removed
- Have a defect in a visible or functionally important area
- Are coordinated with their dermatology or oncology team
- Are in suitable general health for the planned procedure
- Understand that scars and surveillance are part of care
It may not suit patients whose wound will heal well with simple closure alone. The priority is always complete, confirmed removal of the cancer first. Your surgeon advises the right approach.
Why Skulpturkliniken
Reconstructive surgery by Dr. Matteo Amoroso
Reconstructive surgery at Skulpturkliniken is performed by Dr. Matteo Amoroso, a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a background in reconstructive microsurgery. This training in restoring form, function, and blood supply is the foundation of safe reconstruction and natural, durable results.
Natural, balanced results
Reconstruction is about restoring you, not creating something artificial. Dr. Amoroso plans every procedure around your anatomy and tissue so the result looks and feels as natural as possible and supports your everyday life.
Reconstructive precision where it matters most
Reconstruction on the face and other complex areas depends on detailed knowledge of anatomy, blood supply, and tissue handling. Dr. Amoroso's reconstructive background supports closures that restore both appearance and function while respecting clear cancer margins.
Individualized assessment
Every procedure begins with a detailed assessment. We evaluate:
The area to be reconstructed and surrounding tissue quality
Any previous surgery, radiotherapy, or treatment
Skin quality, scarring, and blood supply
General health, medication, and lifestyle
Your goals, priorities, and realistic expectations
What Does Surgery Cost?
The costs of treatments are listed in the price section and often don't change. However, the price depends on the extent of the procedure, the technique used, anesthesia, surgical time, and whether additional procedures are combined.
Every operation is individually planned, and the final price is discussed clearly during consultation after Dr. Matteo Amoroso has assessed your anatomy, goals, and surgical needs.
All surgical prices include one of the most extensive, transparent, and safe warranty programs. The price is designed to be comprehensive and includes everything related to the operation, from consultation and surgical planning to the procedure itself, compression garment when applicable, direct access to Dr. Matteo Amoroso and the medical team, and unlimited follow-up controls during the first year.
Safety and Trust
When considering surgery, price should not be the only factor.
Safety is central to every step of the surgical journey. At Skulpturkliniken, safety isn't a luxury, it's the foundation of everything we do. We have created an environment where accessibility, personal connection, and full transparency are not privileges, but standards. Your Surgeon will be your closest point of contact. We understand that aesthetic surgery is a personal journey, sometimes even life-changing. We have built a model where you don't just meet a surgeon, you build a trust-based, continuous relationship with him. From your first consultation to long after your recovery, your surgeon is personally available to you. You will never find yourself speaking to a call center or an automated message. Need guidance, reassurance, or a second opinion, we will be there not as a favor, but as a part of our philosophy.
Your Treatment Includes:
Choosing Skulpturkliniken means choosing a complete experience with no compromises.
Our pricing is fully transparent and published openly on our website, what you see is what you pay, with no hidden fees or additional charges.
- Extensive first consultation with Dr. Matteo Amoroso
- Eventual additional preoperative consultation with Dr. Matteo Amoroso
- Detailed assessment and individualized surgical planning
- 3D simulation
- Careful evaluation of whether surgery is the right option
- Preoperative preparation guidance
- Surgery in a safe and controlled surgical environment
- Anesthesia
- Compression garments
- Unlimited postoperative follow-up visits during the first year
- Direct access to the surgeon and nursing team
- Digital access to your medical records through Adoreal®
- Aesthetic care program
- Patient insurance through Folksam
- Long-term postoperative support
- One of the most extensive, transparent, and safe warranty programs.
Frequently asked questions
Trust The Adoreal Experience
The Adoreal Platform gives you complete control of your aesthetic journey. You will be guided throughout your entire process, from consultation to recovery, ensuring an exceptional experience for you as a patient.
You are in control
Complete access to your information, health records and previous journeys.
Unmatched predictability
Manage your expectations with our questionnaire Silhouette, and visualize your ideal outcomes with 3D simulation.
Trusted step-by-step guide
From bookings to payments, logistics and after care, Adoreal will be your companion.
Empowered safety measures
Complimentary health check, careful monitoring, and meticulous preparation.
