Can chemical peels flatten cheeks? (photos)

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I'm a 23 year old African American female. I had a series of 4 25% tca peels done on my cheeks. My skin looks great! But I noticed that my cheeks looks a little deflated and my nasal labial folds are a bit more accentuated. Will the skin on my cheeks grow back? Will my cheeks look full again? It has been 2 weeks after my 4th chemical peel. Thank you!!

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

TCA peels can vary in depth, but do not usually extend past the dermis of the skin. The cheek volume loss is likley not related to the TCA peel. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Michael Contreras, MD · Answer

The changes you noticed with your cheeks are in no way related to the chemical peels.  I would encourage you to continue with regular maintenance peels, especially since you have enjoyed the improved appearance of your skin so far.  Your cheeks will naturally deflate as you get older.  The best way to restore cheek volume is to replace it with filler, Sculptra, or fat transfer, which works at a level deep to the skin.  The peels will only work at the skin level to maintain and stimulate new collagen production leading to thicker, smoother skin.  A comprehensive approach, one that addresses the deep and superficial changes, will give you the best, most natural results over the long term.

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