Procedure :
After overcoming health challenges such as benign tumors, cancers, and accidents, the role of facial and scalp reconstruction surgery comes into play. This surgical procedure involves restoring the affected area, whether due to partial loss or as a result of burns. The procedure is performed under general or local anesthesia, depending on the case and medical team recommendations. Art and science blend together in this process to achieve complete restoration, where the face and scalp regain their aesthetic appearance and function remarkably.
Length :
The procedure generally takes 3-5 hours.
Anesthesia :
General anesthesia or local anesthesia depending on the case.
Risks :
As with any other surgical procedure that carries complications, all the details are discussed at Dr. Salma Alhamad clinic.
Recovery :
The patient adheres to the doctors post-operative instructions, and medical instructions vary from person to person, depending on the area of the face that has been reconstructed, whether its the nose, ear, or scalp. Each area has a different recovery period. Medical advice and instructions are provided through the clinic after the procedure. This is just a brief overview, and appropriate advice will be given to each patient during their visit to the clinic.
Hospital stay :
It depends on the area, but patients usually leave the hospital on the same day.
