02/20/2026
Warning: Graphic Content ⚠️
Large upper lip basal cell carcinoma treated with Mohs surgery, followed by reconstruction by Dr. Grace Kim Austin. ✨
After tumor removal, the defect involved approximately 60% of the right lateral upper lip subunit, including the vermilion border. A single-stage melolabial transposition flap was used to reconstruct the lip skin defect using adjacent cheek tissue. The vermilion (red lip) was restored with a mucosal advancement graft from the inner lip along with fat grafting for contour and volume.
Swipe to see this patient’s healing journey — these are the preliminary results just 1 month post-op. He’s smiling again! 💛
