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Have you ever looked in the mirror, wondering if that dull skin tone of your reflection is due to a poor cleaning product, bad lighting or a cloudy mirror? It may be none of these. Aging, sun damage and a number of other issues can cause facial skin to appear “blah.” Beyond the “blah,” however, other natural phenomenon occur to many of us over time, such as loss of elasticity, wrinkles pigmentation and loss of overall youthful skin tone. Whatever it is that’s causing your skin to appear “blah,” chemical resurfacing in the form of a deep chemical peel is just what you need to give you skin that has you saying, “oo la la” (and not second guessing your cleaning products).

Why so Much Appeal When It Comes to a Chemical Resurfacing Peel?

Chemical resurfacing typically refers to the process of correcting dull, tired looking skin and addressing other similar imperfections/conditions through the application of a deep chemical peel solution. Chemical peels are an effective way to revitalize skin by helping to improve:

Fine lines in the facial area
Deeper wrinkles and creases
Presence of uneven pigmentation
Mild acne scarring

Chemical resurfacing can be performed in the office. Dr. Chadwell utilizes a special phenol-based solution that is brushed directly onto the skin, where it remains for a period of time before it neutralizes. It will take a while for damaged, older layers of skin to peel – hence the term “deep chemical peel.”

How to Get the Most From Your Chemical Resurfacing Experience

To maximize the results of brighter, more toned and youthful-looking skin, it’s important to follow the post-deep chemical peel instructions offered by your plastic surgeon. It’s normal in the initial stages of chemical resurfacing recovery to experience burning in the first eight or so hours following a deep chemical peel. You may experience redness, itching, swelling, bruising and discomfort as old layers of skin begin to peel. To help reduce these symptoms, and keep your skin from drying out, Dr. Chadwell will typically advise:

TYLENOL® to help alleviate pain
Applying a dense cream to the treatment area liberally for one week
Taking prescribed antibiotics and antivirals to prevent infection
Avoiding the sun (particularly direct sunlight) for at least six weeks
Always wearing sunscreen when going outdoors after initial healing has taken place
Avoiding rubbing the skin, sitting in a sauna or hot tub and vigorous exercise until cleared by your physician (usually a few weeks is recommended)
No use of contacts for at least seven to ten days

Do You Qualify?

Again, certain skin types and skin conditions may not be ideal for chemical resurfacing. If you have any of the following characteristics, Dr. Chadwell may suggest alternate services for an improved facial appearance:

The presence of facial warts
Problems with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Previous use of harsh acne treatments (especially within the last year)
A history of abnormal skin scarring

Ultimately, a consultation with Dr. Chadwell will determine if you’re a viable candidate. Generally, as long as you are in overall good health, don’t smoke, have realistic expectations and have not experienced any of the criteria above, chemical resurfacing is most likely an appropriate option. In the event that a deep chemical peel is not right for you, we offer several other superficial chemical peels through Chadwell Skincare Spa, including our MicroPeel Plus that can accommodate varying skin types (unlike a deep chemical peel) and result in the reduction of fine lines, evening of skin discoloration and minimization of acne scars and sun damage. Please call us today for any questions you might have regarding chemical resurfacing or if you’d like to schedule a visit with us: 574-367-2672.

Successful facial plastic surgery is ultimately achieved through good rapport with our patients.

Refining your face is a dramatic personal decision. As you explore your options, know that the staff at Chadwell Facial Plastic Surgery will guide you through your decision-making process. To us, the cosmetic process is more than just “surgery”. Each patient has different shapes, features, contours, and personal goals. We consider shadowing, proportion, depth, and perspective to combine medicine with artistry and ultimately achieve your new look.

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Chadwell Facial Plastic Surgery Performing Facial plastic surgery in Mishawaka, Indiana

About Chadwell

Dr. Chadwell believes his comprehensive training and clinical expertise sets his skills apart from other plastic surgeons. By completing an accredited American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery fellowship, Dr. Chadwell has the sub-specialty training required to be a Facial Plastic Surgeon.

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Sat/Sun: Closed

Chemical Resurfacing: Transforming Facial Skin that’s Blah to Oo La La