Chemical peels are a tricky business when discussing the safety implications therein. With most dermatological procedures, its as simple as saying yes and leaving it at that, but chemical peels are different, on account of it being acid poured onto your face with the hopes of removing damaged skin. There are some understandable concerns raised over the safety of such treatment, so, if you are chemical peel in Fayetteville , here are the various risks you need to take into account when going for one.
Physical risks and side effects
The safety of your skin is the first and most obvious safety concern, of course. Adverse effects from a chemical peel are incredibly rare, but the most common ones are:
* Scarring
* Numbness
* Infection
* Mild irritation
* Redness
* And Peeling
The length of time these side effects last, and how pronounced they are, vary solely on the heaviness of the peel itself. The best way to avoid these side effects is to follow your doctors instructions for pre and post-care to the letter. This is the best and really the only way to reduce any adverse side effects.
Things to warn your doctor about
The lions share of people who undergo chemical peel procedure are in no danger of these side effects, however, and never even experience one. However, you should consult your doctor if you have a history of:
* Heart Disease
* Tendency to scar
* Recurring sores or fever blisters
Having any of these may mean chemical peels are not the treatment for you.
Deep chemical peels and the risks thereof
While normal chemical peels are relatively harmless, deep chemical peels, also known as phenol peels, are another ball game. Basically, a deep chemical peel is, as the name implies, a chemical peel that goes down more layers than the normal variety. The main concern is hyperpigmentation, or extreme darkening of the skin due to the chemicals essentially playing musical chairs with your skins pigments. Another risk is the opposite extreme, hypopigmentation, or extreme lightening of the skin. As previously stated, you should inform your doctor in the pre-care stage of any family history of heart disease. If you do have a family history of heart disease, chemical peels in general may not be for you.
