David J. Gray, M.D. Plastic Sugery
Laser and Skin Care Center
Chemical Peel (Tricholoracetic Acid)
Procedure: Restoration of wrinkled, blemished, unevenly pigmented, or sun-damaged facial skin, using a chemical solution to peel away skin's top layers.
Length: 1 to 2 hours for full face
Anesthesia/Hospitalization: None, may use supercooling device to desensitize the skin.
Side Effects: Temporary tingling, swelling, redness, throbbing; acute sensitivity to sun.
Risks: You may temporarily develop t iny whiteheads or infection. Scarring may occur, and some patients experience a flare of skin allergies, fever blisters, or cold sores.
Recovery: Skin healing within 5 to 10 days.
Duration of Results: Results are variable and temporary, with most visible results occurring with fair, thin skin with superficial wrinkles.