Introduction to Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are a non-surgical treatment used to reduce blemishes, control uneven pigmentation, and fade fine lines caused by sun damage, age, sudden weight loss, or other uncontrollable factors. This treatment can also be used to treat whiteheads and blackheads that are seen with acne or excessively oily skin. When you come in to see Dr. Raj Dedhia at Raj Dedhia MD Facial Plastic Surgery in CA, you can rest assured that your Chemical Peel will leave your skin looking fresh and renewed!
Chemical peels are fast, affordable, and have a low to no amount of downtime required for recovery.
What is a Chemical Peel?
Chemical peels are a category of advanced skin care treatments that help address sun damage and turn the dial back on facial skin. There are various types and strengths of peels and the depth of the peel depends on the chemical used.
Chemical peels can be performed on all parts of the body: face, neck, chest, back, arms, and legs. You may require more than one peel to achieve your required results. Our skin naturally regenerates and older, dead cells flake off. A chemical peel merely catalyzes this process by loosening the top layer of the skin removing the upper layers of dead and damaged skin and revealing the new, fresh skin underneath. In addition, chemical peels can also spur the generation of collagen in deeper layers of the skin.
What are the Benefits of Chemical Peels?
Our patients who received Chemical Peels in San Francisco have shared the following benefits with us:
- Acne Removal
- Reduced pore size
- Reduced scarring
- Reduction in wrinkles
- Softer and smoother skin
- Uniform pigmentation
- Uniform skin texture
- Non-invasive treatment
Who are the Best Candidates for a Chemical Peel Treatment?
The best candidates for Chemical Peels in San Francisco, CA will have some of the following characteristics:
- Acne, scars, or oily skin
- Have sun damage
- Irregular pigmentation
- Maintain healthy skin care habits
- Maintain realistic expectations
- Moderate to severe wrinkles
- No underlying medical conditions prevent the use of chemical peels
- Non-uniform complexion
- Not currently pregnant or nursing
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What’s the first step?
The first step to getting a Chemical Peel at Raj Dedhia MD Facial Plastic Surgery is to schedule an in-person visit with one of our compassionate providers. During the consultation, you will have the opportunity to discuss your medical history, aesthetic goals, concerns, and expectations for the procedure. Your provider will then evaluate your skin condition, and the target areas of concern.
At the end of the consultation, your provider will come up with a mutually agreed-upon treatment plan. You can then share the plan with our patient coordinator who can help you schedule your Chemical Peel immediately following your consultation or, if you prefer, at a later time convenient for you.
What to Expect on the Day of a Chemical Peel
On the day of your Chemical Peel, your provider and our friendly staff will welcome you. We will go over the plan to make sure there aren’t any questions and/or concerns.
We will then make you comfortable in the treatment room, first cleaning the target area before the treatment. Depending on the level of the peel, you’ll be given a topical anesthetic to ease the process should there be any discomfort. We will then apply the chemical solution to the areas being treated. This solution is then wiped off and a neutralizing solution is applied to stop the chemical reaction if indicated.
The treatment could take anywhere from fifteen minutes to a few hours depending on the size of the treatment area and the strength and depth of your Chemical Peel. You will be provided aftercare instructions after your treatment.
Chemical Peel Recovery
We encourage patients to stay out of the sun after a chemical peel and generally take it easy the day of the treatment as it is common to see mild swelling and reddening of the target area. After about twenty-four hours, a crust or scab can form, do NOT pick at it!
Instead, apply all the creams, moisturizers, and ointments given to you by your provider. You are also allowed to gently wash your face with soap and water. Let the crust fall naturally within a few days. Your face will initially look sunburnt but then gradually lighten into a pinkish hue, getting lighter and returning close to normal after one to several weeks when your skin has completely regenerated (depending on the type and depth of chemical peel).
You will also want to avoid sunlight as best as possible for the first three weeks as your pigmentation will have been stripped away during the treatment. Once your pigmentation returns, we strongly encourage you to wear good sunblock. After this three-week mark, you can wear light makeup again but probably it is better to avoid it for a few more weeks to not irritate your skin.
Please follow the post-treatment care instructions to get the best results and if anything feels out of the ordinary, please contact us immediately.
Chemical Peel Cost
How Much Does a Chemical Peel Cost in San Francisco, CA?
The cost of a Chemical Peel in San Francisco, CA varies depending on many factors including the type, strength, and depth of the peel. We recommend that you schedule your Chemical Peel consultation at the earliest to receive a customized quote that can offer you the most optimum and cost-efficient treatment for your area of concern.
Why choose Dr. Dedhia?
At Raj Dedhia MD Facial Plastic Surgery, you are sure to get patient care and excellence. Dr. Dedhia’s cosmetic surgery focuses on obtaining natural and long-lasting results. As an experienced Rhinoplasty surgeon, Dr. Dedhia believes each person is unique and provides a personalized treatment plan during each consultation. We should be your choice of practice for your Chemical Peel treatment in San Francisco.
Dr. Raj Dedhia is a Double-Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face and neck. He has over 10 years of surgical experience, with a focus on Rhinoplasty and Facelift surgery. He is board-certified and a diplomate of the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS), American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS).
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