A plastic surgery, a medium chemical skin peel
involves using a trichloroacetic acid solution in order to remove the epidermis
and the first layer of the dermis. This process stimulates the production of
collagen and new cells.
Also
Known As:
- Chemical peel
- Anti-aging
procedure
- TCA peel
- TCA chemical
skin peel
- Medium TCA
peel
- Skin
resurfacing
- Skin
rejuvenation
Conditions
Treated with a Medium Chemical Skin Peel:
A medium chemical skin peel may be performed in
cases of skin blemishes, acne, rough skin, sun damage, pigmented skin, fine
lines and wrinkles located on the face and neck.
Anti-aging skin care products are a non-surgical
alternative to a medium chemical skin peel. Surgical alternatives to the
procedure include thread lift, face lift, laser skin resurfacing, dermabrasion,
microdermabrasion, injectable therapy, hyaluronic acid therapy, superficial
chemical skin peel and deep chemical skin peel.
Anesthesia
with a Medium Chemical Skin Peel:
A medium chemical skin peel is performed with mild
sedation.
Potential
Complications from a Medium Chemical Skin Peel:
Possible risks following a medium chemical skin peel
include stinging, itching, swelling and flaking skin.
Prognosis
after a Medium Chemical Skin Peel:
The prognosis for a positive end result following a
medium chemical skin peel is good. However, the procedure may need to be
repeated in order to achieve and maintain the desired effect.
Recovery
from a Medium Chemical Skin Peel:
Total recovery from a medium chemical skin peel
takes five to seven days.
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