Chapter 5
Lasers, Stitches and
the Future of Treatments

Aim of the laser section: After reviewing this chapter the reader should be more familiar with laser and how it compares to other forms of skin cancer surgery in the treatment of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and other forms of skin cancer. The use of laser to perform Mohs Surgery or plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery is explained. Comparison of laser with other precancer or skin cancer treatment methods including liquid nitrogen, curettage, interferon, photodynamic therapy and stitches among other are discussed in-depth. Claims of reduced scarring with laser are approached.