Phenol Peel

Also known as: Carbolic Acid Peel,Baker-Gordon Peel,Deep Chemical Peel

Chemical Peels and Skin Rejuvenation

AI Aesthetician Summary

Phenol peels represent the most aggressive form of chemical resurfacing available in aesthetic medicine, utilizing phenol (carbolic acid) to achieve dramatic skin transformation through deep dermal penetration. This intensive treatment, also known as the Baker-Gordon peel or deep chemical peel, crea...

Treatment Details

Targets

Concerns:Marionette Lines Barcode Lip Lines Acne Pigmentation Sagging Skin Wrinkles Frown Lines Nose-to-mouth Lines Scars

Areas:Forehead, Mouth, Eye, Lip, Cheek, Chin

Tissues:Skin (Epidermis, Dermis)

Longevity:Permanent

How it Works

Duration:90 minutes

Anesthesia:General Anesthesia

Pain Level:Severe

Techniques:Topical

Post Treatment

Downtime:14 days

Post-care:Follow post-procedure care instructions.

Risks:Redness, scabs, swelling, scarring, permanent changes in skin color (darkening or lightening), infection, heart, kidney, or liver damage, increased sun sensitivity, chemical burns, uneven skin tone or texture, milia, acne eruptions, prolonged discomfort, excessive pain, fever, loss of ability to tan

Additional Information

Invasiveness:Minimally Invasive

Specialty:Cosmetic Surgery

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