Skin lesions that tend to bleed, not heal, grow or change over time should be evaluated for possible malignancy (cancer). Individuals with a history of skin cancer should have regular full body checks by a dermatologist. Treatment of skin cancer typically involves complete surgical excision of the cancer. When skin cancer sits close to the eye, nose, mouth or ear, specialized reconstruction may be needed by a facial plastic surgeon in order to prevent physical distortion and possible functional impairment of breathing, vision or hearing.