I accidentally applied 100% tca chemical peel all over my face and left it for 7 minutes and washed my face. It's been 5 days my face is all dark and not peeling at all. I am very scared doctor. I don't know what to do please help me.
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July 18, 2017
Answer: TCA Chemical Peel After Care--See a Doctor for recommendations
Acne scars are usually characterized within the subtypes of atrophic, hypertrophic, pigmented, or inflammatory. These subtypes of acne scars can be visually discerning in ambient light and can cause significant cosmetic concerns. Indented and atrophic scars require a combination approach to...
Using TCA on a scar like this will worsen it. You do need to see a dermatologist or plastics for treatment. You will require dilute steroid injections, combination low density CO2 fractional with steroid drip, 5FU injections, PDL and suitable silicone dressings over the next 6-12 months. This ...
Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and...