Chemical Peel
Orlando, FL
For the highest quality results from chemical peel facial treatments, Craniofacial & Aesthetic Plastic Surgery provides you with several choices. Your individualized chemical peel with exfoliating solutions (such as salicylic, glycolic, trichloroacetic, and lactic acids) will reveal more radiant skin.
Chemical peels clear away dead, damaged skin cells using a customized solution on the skin that causes the surface layer to slough off. When your skin recovers and starts to repair and rejuvenate itself, you may see a smoother, clearer complexion.
A chemical peel facial is a nonsurgical technique to make your complexion radiant and is used for the neck and face.
Types of Chemical Peels
At our Orlando, FL facility, we perform chemical peels in various levels of strength (light, medium, and deep) to meet our patients' skin goals.
Light Peels
You can receive a light peel during your lunchtime and return back to your routine. This level of peel will remove the outer skin layer (the epidermis), giving your face a more radiant appearance and smoother texture. We usually recommend that you receive a light chemical peel about once a month for the ideal glowing results.
Medium Depth Peels
This level of peel reaches further into the skin, and patients generally decide to have this strength of facial treatment during an extended weekend. You may also need to ready yourself for increased discomfort during and up to one hour following the peel. Medium-depth peels are designed for patients who have deeper damage to their skin, including deeper lines and darker pigmentation problems.
Deep Peels
The strongest of the three levels of peels is the deep chemical peel and it does require the lengthiest recovery time. This is an aggressive procedure that can leave your face swollen, peeling, and itchy for 2 – 3 weeks. Patients who get a deep chemical peel typically have age or dark spots, sun damage, prominent acne scars, and deep scars. Since this level of chemical peel is usually uncomfortable for patients, your aesthetician can provide you with local anesthesia before your peel.
At our Orlando, FL office, plastic surgeon Dr. Raj Sawh-Martinez offers chemical peel treatments that decrease skin abnormalities, like wrinkles, fine lines, scars, rough patches, hyperpigmentation problems, and more.
Chemical Peel Candidates
Receiving the recommendation of a cosmetic specialist is the first step in the journey to healthy, smooth skin. Dr. Sawh-Martinez at Craniofacial & Aesthetic Plastic Surgery will evaluate your skin during an exam at our Orlando, FL office before selecting a chemical peel for your skin type.
Chemical peel patients, both women and men, typically have visible concerns on their skin, including scars, rough patches, hyperpigmentation, flaky skin, sun spots, fine lines, wrinkles, and more. We may recommend varying strengths of peels to match your goals.
Chemical Peel Technique
During your appointment at Craniofacial & Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we will have you lying in a comfortable position to administer your treatment. We will ensure the skin is cleaned prior to applying the personalized solution to the face, neck, or both.
We will spread the solution onto the skin and allow it to work for an appropriate length of time (as determined during your chemical peel consultation). Next, we will clean the peel off your skin and smooth on a neutralizing agent. Patients should bring sunscreen and/or a hat to wear outside following the peel to protect their skin against UV exposure.
What to Expect from a Chemical Peel
Based on the strength of the chemical peel you receive, you should expect the treated area to peel and itch from several days to two or more weeks.
Dr. Sawh-Martinez or a member of his team will talk about ways to care for your treated skin during your procedure. Please remember that no matter how badly your skin itches throughout the recovery, it's not good to peel the skin off as this could lead to unwanted scarring!
FAQs
How much does a chemical peel cost?
Dr. Sawh-Martinez can go over your estimated costs during your consultation as soon as he has decided on your custom treatment plan. Costs for a chemical peel will vary, depending on the formula you select. Craniofacial & Aesthetic Plastic Surgery accepts several payments methods and there are often specials on treatments, like chemical peels. Buying a package with several chemical peel treatments can also help you save money.
What level should I choose for my chemical peel?
Which level of chemical peel is best for you will vary based on your specific skin issues and aesthetic goals. At your initial consultation with Dr. Sawh-Martinez, he can help you choose which formula is best for your skin. A few things that might be considered are your general health, the type of skin you have, the depth of your skin concerns, the time you can commit to recovery, and what you want the peel to accomplish. Initially, it's better to select a light chemical peel and decide what you think of the results. After this, you and Dr. Sawh-Martinez may alter your plan to decide the best type of peel for your skin.
Should I get a chemical peel or dermabrasion treatment?
Chemical peels and dermabrasion are both facial treatments that address surface blemishes to make your skin smoother. The main difference is that dermabrasion requires special tools (a shaving instrument or rotating brush) to clear away the surface skin layer with a careful exfoliating process. A chemical peel applies a caustic solution to your skin to dissolve damaged skin cells. At your initial consultation, Dr. Sawh-Martinez will explain the pros and cons of both options and help you choose if dermabrasion or a chemical peel best fits your skin goals.
Will my face hurt after a chemical peel?
Based on the chemicals selected, you might feel mild discomfort during the application process. If you choose a light peel, you may notice a little discomfort; however, this can be alleviated with a small fan. Deep or medium peels are better for deeper blemishes and give you longer-lasting results; however, they usually cause greater discomfort. Numbing cream, medications, and ointments may be used to help you feel more comfortable during your chemical peel. Dr. Sawh-Martinez or a member of his team will discuss post-treatment skin care to help your skin heal.
Can I combine a chemical peel with other treatments?
You may consider combining a chemical peel with another skin treatment at Craniofacial & Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. At your initial consultation, be open with Dr. Sawh-Martinez when describing your skin wants so he can develop a unique treatment plan to achieve your goals. Your plan might include an injectable treatment for wrinkles (such as Juvéderm or BOTOX), plus a chemical peel to refresh your entire face.
Great Skin Starts Here
If you have never had professional facial treatments, Dr. Raj Sawh-Martinez can help you determine the best option for your needs. Your freshly revived skin will respond by looking bright and touchably smooth. Contact our office in Orlando, FL to make an appointment for your skin consultation today for a professional chemical peel.