Innovative dressing method for Mohs' surgery.

Mohs' surgery often requires multiple dressing changes in a single day. The innovative dressing method described here provides a reproducible, visually acceptable dressing with minimal damage to the patient's uninvolved skin. It also allows speedy removal and a smooth flow of events for the health care team.

Complications of resurfacing.

Skin resurfacing procedures with the carbon dioxide (CO2) laser, chemical peels, and dermabrasion have similar complication profiles. The most frequent complications are pigmentary disturbances, erythema, infection, and scarring. Patients should be well advised of the potential untoward side effects.