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Medical Grade Chemical Peel

Chemical peels are used to treat aged and sun-damaged skin, excessively oily or dry skin conditions, acne, wrinkles, scars and uneven pigmentation. A chemical peel works by increasing cellular turnover, thus refining the epidermis.

How does it work?

Depending on the severity of your problem, the doctor selects a chemical solution for a mild, medium or deep peel. The solution is applied to your skin as part of an exfoliation treatment to remove dead and damaged cells. The result is smoother skin and a more youthful appearance. Alphahydroxy acids (AHA), such as those found in fruit, lactic and glycolic acids are used for mild peels to treat lines, dry patches of skin, uneven pigmentation and acne. Medium-strength Trichloroacetic acids (TCA) are used to treat wrinkles, blemishes and pigment problems. Deep peels utilize phenol, which is the strongest chemical used in chemical peeling procedures. Deep peels are suitable for treating wrinkles, blotchy sun-damaged skin and pre-cancerous growths.

After Treatment

After a chemical peel your skin may look red and feel sore for several days (three to four days for a superficial peel and seven to 10 days for a medium-strength peel). Patients are advised to avoid direct and reflective sunlight after treatment.

Benefits

* Alleviates unsightly scars and skin conditions
* Makes skin look younger
* Is quick and effective
* Produces only minor discomfort
* Can be used as a stand-alone treatment or in conjunction with face-lifts

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Note: Chemical peels may occasionally cause infections, scarring and uneven pigment changes. Phenol peels are not recommended for patients with a history of heart disease. Phenol may also bleach skin permanently so your skin pigmentation may be a determining factor as to whether or not this is an appropriate treatment for you.