We also do skin grafts to help wounds heal by covering them with healthy skin from another part of the body. These are usually quick, safe procedures with a short recovery, helping you feel more comfortable and confident.

Skin Grafts

What is a skin graft?
A skin graft is when we take healthy skin from one part of the body (called the donor site) and move it to another area where skin is missing or damaged — often due to injury, burns, ulcers, or after removing a skin lesion.

Why is it done?
To help wounds heal, protect underlying tissue, and improve function or appearance.

How is it done?

• Usually done in theatre under local or general anaesthesia, depending on the size.

• A thin layer of skin is taken from a healthy area (like the thigh).

• This is carefully placed over the wound needing coverage.

• Both the donor site and graft site are dressed for healing.

Recovery:
You may need to rest the area for a few days. Dressings stay on for about a week. The graft takes time to “stick” and heal properly. We’ll monitor it closely.

General Reassurance for All Minor Skin Procedures

• Most of these are day procedures with quick recovery.

• We use local anaesthetic to keep you comfortable and pain-free.

• The risk of complications is low.

• We’ll explain every step and provide aftercare instructions to help you heal well.