Chemical Peel
A chemical peel is helpful for wrinkles, light acne scarring, and irregular pigmentation such as freckles and age spots. Pre-cancerous conditions such as keratoses (thick, rough, reddish growths) also respond well to this procedure.
There are several types of chemical peels: light peels remove superficial wrinkles, medium, and deep peels are for more severe conditions.
After a thoroughly cleansing of the skin, a small applicator is used to apply the chemical solution to an area of the face. Excess solution is removed and the procedure is repeated on other areas.
The amount of improvement varies and depends upon the initial condition of the patient’s skin. Significant improvement of damaged skin has been achieved, which can produce dramatic results. Dr. Dornauer has performed these procedures over the years, but may elect to send you to someone who performs them on a daily basis.