- posted: Aug. 08, 2025
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but with early detection and advanced treatment techniques, it is also highly treatable. At Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases, with offices in Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, and Sandy Springs, GA, our board-certified dermatologists offer a range of treatment options, including Mohs surgery, for patients diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancers such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. For many, Mohs surgery provides an excellent balance of effectiveness and cosmetic preservation.
How Mohs Surgery Works
Mohs micrographic surgery is a delicate tissue-sparing technique used to remove skin cancer step by step, removing as much healthy tissue as possible with it. The surgeon removes a thin layer of tissue during the procedure and immediately examines it under a microscope. If cancer cells remain, additional layers are removed from the same area until no cancer cells are found. This ensures all cancer cells have been eliminated while being as minimally damaging to surrounding tissue as possible.
Because it is so precise, Mohs surgery provides the highest success rate of cure for most skin cancers, especially in cases where the tumors are located on sensitive or exposed sites like the face, ears, scalp, or hands. Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, and Sandy Springs, GA, patients appreciate the convenience of completing both removal and pathology within a single visit with immediate confirmation of cancer clearance.
When Is Mohs Surgery the Best Choice?
Mohs surgery is usually reserved for skin cancers in cosmetically or functionally significant areas where tissue preservation is of concern. Mohs surgery is also the optimal selection for cancers with bizarre margins, those that recur after previous treatment, or those with aggressive growth patterns. Not every skin cancer needs Mohs surgery, though. Your dermatologist will evaluate the type, location, and biology of the tumor to determine whether Mohs surgery serves the patient's best interest.
Expert Skin Cancer Treatment in Metro Atlanta
At Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases, our experienced dermatologists are committed to providing personalized, effective treatment for skin cancer. With locations in Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, and Sandy Springs, GA, we offer advanced care using techniques like Mohs surgery to ensure optimal outcomes and peace of mind. To schedule an evaluation, call Alpharetta at (770) 664-5225, Cumming at (770) 844-1902, Roswell at (770) 751-1133, or Sandy Springs at (404) 252-4333. Early, expert care can make all the difference in your skin cancer treatment.
- posted: Aug. 08, 2025
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but with early detection and advanced treatment techniques, it is also highly treatable. At Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases, with offices in Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, and Sandy Springs, GA, our board-certified dermatologists offer a range of treatment options, including Mohs surgery, for patients diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancers such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. For many, Mohs surgery provides an excellent balance of effectiveness and cosmetic preservation.
How Mohs Surgery Works
Mohs micrographic surgery is a delicate tissue-sparing technique used to remove skin cancer step by step, removing as much healthy tissue as possible with it. The surgeon removes a thin layer of tissue during the procedure and immediately examines it under a microscope. If cancer cells remain, additional layers are removed from the same area until no cancer cells are found. This ensures all cancer cells have been eliminated while being as minimally damaging to surrounding tissue as possible.
Because it is so precise, Mohs surgery provides the highest success rate of cure for most skin cancers, especially in cases where the tumors are located on sensitive or exposed sites like the face, ears, scalp, or hands. Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, and Sandy Springs, GA, patients appreciate the convenience of completing both removal and pathology within a single visit with immediate confirmation of cancer clearance.
When Is Mohs Surgery the Best Choice?
Mohs surgery is usually reserved for skin cancers in cosmetically or functionally significant areas where tissue preservation is of concern. Mohs surgery is also the optimal selection for cancers with bizarre margins, those that recur after previous treatment, or those with aggressive growth patterns. Not every skin cancer needs Mohs surgery, though. Your dermatologist will evaluate the type, location, and biology of the tumor to determine whether Mohs surgery serves the patient's best interest.
Expert Skin Cancer Treatment in Metro Atlanta
At Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases, our experienced dermatologists are committed to providing personalized, effective treatment for skin cancer. With locations in Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, and Sandy Springs, GA, we offer advanced care using techniques like Mohs surgery to ensure optimal outcomes and peace of mind. To schedule an evaluation, call Alpharetta at (770) 664-5225, Cumming at (770) 844-1902, Roswell at (770) 751-1133, or Sandy Springs at (404) 252-4333. Early, expert care can make all the difference in your skin cancer treatment.