Chemical peels are performed on the face, neck or hands.
They can be used to:
Reduce fine lines under the eyes and around the mouth
Treat wrinkles caused by sun damage, aging and hereditary
factors
Improve the appearance of mild scarring
Treat certain types of acne
Reduce age spots, freckles and dark patches due to
pregnancy or taking birth control pills (melasma)
remove pre-cancerous
skin growths
If You're Considering a Chemical Peel...
At this clinic we use the LA peeling system which contains lactic acid, salicylic acid and rescorbic acid.Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peels are available on request. Both systems provide a medium depth peel which is safe and effective. You should regard peels as skin rejuvenating procedures, DO NOT confuse them with facelifts.
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA)/can be
used in many concentrations, it is most commonly
used for medium-depth peeling. Fine surface wrinkles,
superficial blemishes and pigment problems are commonly
treated with the TCA/LA peel. More than one TCA/ LA peel
may be needed to achieve the desired result.
All chemical peels carry some uncertainty and risk.
Most peeling systems are safe when performed by a qualified practitioners.
At Sandon House Clinic you will find that all the staff are NHS trained plastic surgeons and nurses.
However, as in all walks of life some unpredictability exists. Risks such as infection
and scarring, while infrequent, have been reported.All peels may cause stinging, redness, irritation
and crusting. However, as the skin adjusts to the
treatment regimen, these problems will subside.
With a TCA/ LA peel, your healed skin will be able to
produce pigment as always; the peel will not bleach
the skin. However, TCA/LA-peel patients are advised to
avoid sun exposure for several months after treatment
to protect the newly formed layers of skin. Even though
TCA is a medium depth peel , it may produce some
unintended color changes in the skin.
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA)/LA peel
Uses:
Smooths out fine surface wrinkles
Removes superficial blemishes
Corrects pigment problems
Considerations:
Can be used on neck or other body areas
May require pre-treatment with Retin-A or AHA creams
Treatment takes only 10-15 minutes
Preferred for darker-skinned patients
Peel depth can be adjusted
Repeat treatment may be needed to maintain results
Sunblock must be used for several months
Healing is usually quick, much quicker than with a
phenol peel
Preparing for a Chemical Peel
It is very important that you find a practitioner who has
adequate training and experience in skin resurfacing.
You may be offered a choice of peel
techniques to obtain
the best result for you. Don't hesitate to ask any
questions or express any concerns that you may have.
If you have a history
of cold sores, you should inform your physician prior
to the procedure.
The day of the Peel
Your practitioner will apply a
solution to your cleanse your face. Next several layers of peeling solution will be applied over the treatment area. A sunscreen will be applied to your skin prior to discharge from the clinic. The next day, resume the theraderm skin renewal system as before. If you experience any stinging, omit the fruit acid exfoliant for a couple of days. A full-face TCA/ LA peel usually takes no more than 15
minutes. Two or more peel treatments may be needed to obtain
the desired result, and those may be spaced out over
several months. If you feel like treating your skin periodically then it is safe to do so.
After Your Chemical Skin Peel
After a peel, it is common to experience some
temporary flaking or scaling, redness and dryness
of the skin. Usually around day 3 to 4. You will also notice some tightening of the skin prior to peeling. To help remove the dead skin and allow the new skin to come through, apply small amounts of Nu Peel balm these conditions will disappear
as the skin adjusts to treatment. You can expect to remain flushed for upto 7 days.
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