Chemical peels were first introduced in 1903,
and their popularity and effectiveness has grown ever since. Chemical
peels are effective for treating everything from acne to precancerous
lesions and wrinkles. They come in a variety of different strengths
that are specially designed for specific treatments. Bay Oaks
Dermatology offers glycolic (alpha hydroxy acid), salicylic acid
(beta hydroxy acid), and Jessner/TCA peels.
Glycolic Peels
The glycolic peels we offer in house range from 20% strength
to 70% strength. These peels target the epidermal layer of the
skin and are effective at smoothing and evening the skin. They
are especially helpful at reducing and eliminating acne and
fine lines. This peel takes less than 15 minutes to apply and
set.
Q: Do I need to do anything before I am treated?
A: Avoid waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair treatments and
all exfoliating products except those recommended by the dermatologist
for at least one week prior to treatment.
Q: How long will this procedure take?
A: This procedure will take about 15 minutes or less.
Q: What should you expect after treatment?
A: Pinkness lasts about 30 minutes and a fine branny scale will
peel off approximately 3 days after treatment.
Beta B-Liftx Peel
The beta salicyclic B-Liftx peel is an excellent
exfoliative that improves the appearance of aging, acne and
superficial sun damage. Microcrystals in this peel cover the
face and rid the face of lifeless cells. This process encourages
the growth of new healthy skin cells promoting even skin tones
while diminishing superficial lines. This peel is excellent
for light acne scarring. This peel takes less than 15 minutes
to apply and set. For deeper scars and wrinkles we recommend
the Jessner Peel.
Q: Do I need to do anything before I am treated?
A: Avoid waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair treatments and
all exfoliating products at least one week prior to treatment,
except those recommended by the dermatologist.
Q: How long will this procedure take?
A: This procedure will take about 15 minutes or less.
Q: What should you expect after treatment?
A: Pinkness lasts about 30 minutes and a fine brassy scale will
peel off approximately 3 days after treatment.
Jessner/TCA Peel
The Jessner/TCA Peel is a powerful peel. In one study its results
were similar to the results achieved by laser resurfacing, and
the Jessner/TCA Peel proved more effective in eliminating pre
cancers than laser resurfacing. The Jessner/TCA Peel penetrates
to the deeper layers of the skin. The top layers of the skin
sluff off allowing new skin to resurface. The face, neck, declotage,
and arms are treatable. It is excellent at eliminating wrinkles.
Q: Do I need to do anything before I am treated?
A: Avoid waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair treatments and
all exfoliating products at least one week prior to treatment, except those recommended by your dermatologist.
Q: How long will this procedure take?
A: 30 minutes or less
Q: What should you expect after treatment?
A: This peel takes approximately 7 to 14 days to heal. Clean
your face with a gentle cleanser that is fragrance free at least
twice a day. Use circular strokes with your fingertips. This
will help to rid yourself of peeling skin. You may place a cold
wet, soft cloth on your face to soften the skin before you wash
your face.
Day 1 through 4
Keep your face moisturized with Elta Melting Moisturizer. This
substance contains oil.
Day 5 through 10
Apply Theraseal or Hydrotone Lite as often as needed to keep
skin well moisturized. You may purchase these products in our office.
Begin sunscreen SPF 15 or higher that contains zinc oxide as soon as tolerable.
Microdermabrasion
DiamondTome® Microdermabrasion is a relaxing way to improve your skin. Using a sterile diamond tipped wand our nurses and technicians will help to reduce fine lines and smooth roughness from your face, neck, chest and arms. No anesthesia is required and there is no down time. If desired, treatments may be given every 2 weeks, but 4 week intervals are usually adequate to maintain a silky lustrous finish to your skin.
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