Will a TCA Peel and microneedling help my hideous face?

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I have enlarged pores, deep glabellar lines, deep nasolabial folds, hollow "lower" cheeks which make my face look long and pointy, wrinkles in my forehead, loose upper lid skin, wrinkles under my eyes, neck is getting wrinkly, and I have very ruddy skin. Will a few 35% TCA peels and regular microneedling (540 needles 1.5mm) help my ugly mug at all? If so, how would you go about it (needling first, then how long before peel, etc.). I truly appreciate any advice you can give.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

You have several options.  Yes, microneedeling will give you some
amazing results but you may want to consider having some filler and Botox as
well.  There are many great peels available; TCA may not be the best option for you.  I’d
recommend you see a medical professional for a consultation to find out what
options are best for you.  Starting off
with a peel would be my recommendation followed by the Dermaroller and lastly
Botox and any Filler injections.

Robert W. Sheffield, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question! Yes, TCA peel andmicroneedling would be helpful in rejuvenating your skin. However, you may alsowant to consider fillers and Botox to resolve the other issues that you havementioned. TCA peel can help in enhancing the quality of your pores and skin.Microneedling will be helpful in triggering new collagen creation for a youngerlooking skin. Botox will be able to aid in improving the wrinkles in yourforehead, while the fillers can improve the nasolabial folds. 
Keep in mind that this is based only on theinformation that you have provided. I would still highly recommend consulting aboard certified plastic surgeon  ordermatologist since there seems to be several issues that you want resolved. Yourdoctor will be able to give you a thorough evaluation as well as provide youwith the exact procedures or treatments needed for each issue. Hope this helps!

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

I really enjoyed Dr Morgan's posting, and very nice outlined advise! Understand non invasive therapies offer non substantial results!!! Start with these therapies with your "goal" to have a full FL/NL with eyes, possible fat grafting...

Samir Shureih, MD · Answer

I do not believe that TCA peels and micro-needling will do anything to the facial skin.There are multiple options to resolve deep nasolabial fold, deep frown line, skin texture.A consultation with  a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, (American Board Of Plastic Surgery) , to evaluate the problems and the options in treatment and potential risk of each procedureSamir Shureih MD. FACSsshureih@msn.com

Will a TCA Peel and microneedling help my hideous face?

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