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I did a 80% TCA peel, did I burn myself? (photos)

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Gorgeous9824Mar 7, 2019

I did a 80% tca peel, I was trying to get rid of my stretch marks, will this dark mark go away or is it burnt? What should I do? This photo is the second day.

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Dr. Usman Qureshi, MD
Dr. Usman Qureshi, MD
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Answered on Mar 10, 2019
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Dr. Ray Bayati, MD
Dr. Ray Bayati, MD
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Dr. Tonya Boudreaux, MD
Dr. Tonya Boudreaux, MD
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Dr. Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended
Dr. Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended
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Answered on Mar 19, 2019
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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Although deep chemical peels are effective, they may cause permanent burns on the face so they should be used with caution. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon

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Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful...

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Jason Emer, MD

Thank you for your question. I recommend that you get a formal evaluation with a Cosmetic Dermatologist. This type of treatment should be performed by a Medical Professional with years of experience. Best Dr. Emer

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Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC

Are you certain it was 100% TCA?  Generally, experienced plastic surgeons and dermatologists don't use strengths more than 40-50% TCA at the maximum, because of the risk of scarring.Sorry to hear about your problem.  Best to seek out a local derm or plastic surgeon to discuss how to manage th...

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