GentleCure Non-Surgical Skin Cancer Treatment in Bangor, Maine
Northern Maine Skin Cancer Center is one of the only providers offering GentleCure® in Bangor, Maine — a non-surgical treatment option for certain nonmelanoma skin cancers, including basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas.
This treatment uses image-guided superficial radiation therapy to precisely target cancer cells while minimizing impact to surrounding healthy tissue. Care is delivered over a short series of appointments and does not require surgery.
For some patients, GentleCure may be an alternative to surgical treatment, depending on the diagnosis and location of the cancer.
WHY CHOOSE GENTLECURE?
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Clinically proven to be highly effective in treating early-stage basal and squamous cell skin cancers.
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No cutting, no surgical scars, and no need for reconstructive surgery.
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All sessions are performed right in our office—no hospital visits required.
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Medicare and most insurance plans cover GentleCure, making it a financially accessible option.
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Real-time ultrasound imaging lets your provider visualize the tumor and adjust treatment throughout your care.
What To Expect
IMAGING & MAPPING
You’ll relax in a treatment chair while ultrasound gel is applied to the site. Using a wand, your provider will visualize the cancer in real time on a screen.
PERSONALIZED DOSAGE
The machine calculates the exact dose of X-ray energy needed to target the tumor—without damaging healthy tissue.
FAST APPOINTMENTS
Sessions last about 15 minutes, a few times per week. Treatment is typically completed in 4 to 7 weeks
Schedule a Consultation
If you have been diagnosed with a skin cancer—GentleCure may be the right option for you.
Call us today at 207.802.0853 to discuss your personalized treatment plan. Or email us at schedule@northernmainescc.com
Serving patients in Bangor, Orono, Brewer, Old Town, and throughout northern Maine.