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It takes about 4 weeks, maximal results at 12 weeks, this is when collagen remodels and scars are at their best. It can even take up to 16-20 weeks in some cases. As a guide, most patients require 2, sometimes 3 TCA CROSS treatments for acne scarsKind regardsDr Davin LimDermatologist, Gold Coast and Brisbane
You really need to consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon, plastic surgeon, or dermatologist. A TCA peel should be performed under the direction of a reputable physician with the proper training. Pre and post procedural care is extremely important for favorable results...
30% TCA is a mid level chemical peel. Scarring is rare, but can occur if there is any post-peel crusting, picking, or any delayed healing from Accutane use. Please see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon ASAP to address this problem and prevent or at least mitigate the problem.
The results will last depending on how you take care of your skin after the peel. There are some excellent products, such as Obagi that have a great home system, including cleansers and moisturizer that can help make the peel's result last a long time. But equally important is sun exposure, be...
TCA (trichloroacetic acid) peels are a form of chemical peel used for skin resurfacing. The penetration and subsequently, the overall degree of change effected are related to the strength of the TCA. TCA and other forms of acid penetrate the skin via a process known as coagulative...
TCA Cross and hyperpigmentationWe do not offer the "TCA Cross" treatment at use of 100% TCA is potentially dangerous, unpredictable, and more likely to cause permanent loss of pigmentation or more likely post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark spots) like you are experiencing and potentially...
Multiple chemical peels do tighten the face skin somewhat but to get any real tightening of the upper eyelids, you would need surgery since the peels would scar the skin if you went strong enough to tighten skin there. Sorry, David Hansen,MD
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