Chemical Peels

Improve Fine Lines, Wrinkles, And Uneven Pigmentation
Chemical peeling is another modality which can be used to remove the superficial layers of unwanted facial and neck skin in order to produce a tighter, less wrinkled, and more youthful appearance. Different types of chemicals applied to the facial skin have been found to remove the skin to varying degrees. There are three categories of chemical peels, depending on the desired depth of skin removal: superficial, medium (TCA), and deep. The superficial peels are performed with salicylic acid which is very safe and also controls pigmentation more effectively than glycolic peels. Dr. Newman does not recommend the deep chemical peels because he can achieve more consistent and safe deeper resurfacing with his laser expertise. Chemical peels are used to improve fine lines and wrinkles, improve uneven pigmentation, efface shallow acne scars, and improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin of both the face and neck. Dr. Newman uses superficial chemical peels to treat the neck area to blend with the facial skin when both areas are in need of rejuvenation. It is a less costly procedure that laser resurfacing and can achieve similar results when mild resurfacing is desired. As with laser resurfacing, after treatment you can expect improvement in wrinkling and a tighter, more youthful appearance to the chemically treated area.

About Facial and Neck Skin Resurfacing
Your skin protects your body from infection, shielding it from harmful substances that might otherwise challenge your health. Time, sun exposure, harsh wind, pollutants, and even hormones can all effect your skin adversely, aging and etching it with lines, discolorations, scars, or other imperfections. While these blemishes are not dangerous, they often detract from your natural beauty. At Premier Plastic Surgery, Dr. Newman offers customized treatments for each patient depending upon the skin tone, color, and type of damage present. We have experience treating all skin types including Asian and Mediterranean patients. His expertise focuses on Laser Resurfacing, the new micro-dermabrasion technology - Diamond NewApeel, and Chemical Peels described above.