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| In Michigan, Dr. ELDIN can perform chemical peels to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing its damaged outer layers. A chemical peel is helpful for those individuals with facial blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. Although chemical peels may be performed in conjunction with a facelift, a chemical peel is not a substitute for such surgery, nor will chemical peels prevent or slow the aging process. |
| STRONG PEEL: Phenol is the strongest of the chemical solutions and
produces a deep peel. It is used mainly to treat patients with coarse
facial wrinkles, areas of blotchy or damaged skin caused by sun
exposure, or pre-cancerous growths. Phenol is primarily used on the
face; scarring may result if it's applied to the neck or other body
areas. With a phenol peel, the new skin frequently loses its ability to
make pigment (that is, tan). It is also possible that phenol can result
in uneven pigment changes, especially if you are exposed to the sun
after the peel. Phenol can pose risks for patients with a history of
heart disease. Certain modified phenol peels are gentler and may be
preferred in some circumstances. In some cases, Dr. MONA ELDIN may feel that
you are a candidate for a deep peel using phenol. |
| MODERATE PEEL: The active ingredient in the Blue Peel or Obagi Peel is
trichloroacetic acid (TCA). TCA can be used in many concentrations, but
it is most commonly used for medium-depth peeling. Fine surface
wrinkles, superficial blemishes and pigment problems are commonly
treated with TCA. The results of TCA peel are usually less dramatic than
and not as long-lasting as those of a phenol peel. In fact, more than
one TCA peel may be needed to achieve the desired result. The recovery
from a TCA peel is usually shorter than with a phenol peel. With a TCA
peel, your healed skin will be able to produce pigment as always; the
peel will not bleach the skin. However, TCA-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 milder than phenol, it
may also produce some unintended color changes in the skin. For
example, patients who undergo frequent or high strength TCA peel
treatments find that they are more prone to uneven or blotchy
pigmentation after subsequent sun exposure. Dr. MONA ELDIN can perform Obagi
Blue Peel (TCA peel) procedures in Michigan. |
| MILD PEEL: Alphahydroxy acids (AHAs), such as glycolic, lactic, or fruit
acids are the mildest of the peel formulas and produce light peels.
These types of peels can provide smoother, brighter-looking skin for
people who can't spare the time to recover from a phenol or TCA peel.
AHA peels may be used to treat fine wrinkling, areas of dryness, uneven
pigmentation and acne. Various concentrations of an AHA may be applied
weekly or at longer intervals to obtain the best result. Your doctor
will make this decision during your consultation and as the treatment
proceeds. An alphahydroxy acid, such as glycolic acid, can also be mixed
with a facial wash or cream in lesser concentrations as part of a daily
skin-care regimen to improve the skin's texture. AHA peels may cause
stinging, redness, irritation and crusting. However, as the skin adjusts
to the treatment regimen, these problems will subside. Similar to TCA
peels, patients who undergo frequent or high strength glycolic acid
treatments find that they are more prone to uneven or blotchy
pigmentation after subsequent sun exposure. For a refreshed appearance
with minimal downtime, Doctor ELDIN may suggest that you have a glycolic
peel at their Michigan office. |
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MONA ELDIN
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