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How Long Does Swelling Usually Last After a TCA Peel?
asked 2 years ago by moody cow in at the pub
Latest answer by Joseph Serota, MD
Question viewed 858 times
Tags: face, swelling
How long will it take before the severe swelling subsides after my TCA? I have extremely tight skin, severe swelling, and a brown mask effect where the TCA was administered.
I have no pain, but would like to no how long before the swelling subsides? many thanks.
2 answers to How Long Does Swelling Usually Last After a TCA Peel?
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TCA peels symptoms usually resolve in one week
All the symptoms you described are normal for TCA peel. you will heal completely within one week. The Brown skin will peel between day 4 and day 7. You will enjoy the new smooth skin.
Samir Shureih, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Swelling with TCA peel
The brown mask that you described is normal with a TCA peel, along with the tight feeling. Everyone responds differently to the peel. Some have a lot of swelling while others do not. Usually the swelling goes down within a couple of days and you can apply a cool compress if needed, which may help bring the swelling down.
Your skin should start to peel between days 3 and 5, and can take up to 7 to 10 days to finish peeling. Once it starts to peel the tightness you are feeling will get...
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