Dallas is the third largest city in Texas and is the primary economic center in its metropolitan area. It began as railroad city with strong cotton and oil industries. Today its economy has diversified into the fields of banking, commerce, computer technology, energy, telecommunications, and transportation. In fact, the city hosts many Fortune 500 companies, including AT&T and Texas Instruments. Cosmetic Surgery in Dallas Dallas has become one of the most sought-after cities in Texas for cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures. The city’s reputation for innovation and high medical standards attracts patients from across the state and the country. Whether you’re looking for subtle enhancements or major transformations, board-certified Dallas plastic surgeons offer advanced treatments using the latest technology. Popular procedures include breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks, and facial rejuvenation treatments such as Botox and dermal fillers. Dallas also has a successful cosmetic surgery market with a variety of services being offered in the area such as: Face Lift – Drooping eyelids, sagging cheeks, laugh lines, and deep wrinkles are just a few of the facial blemishes that really show your age. Instead of waiting weeks for a cream or ointment to make them disappear, you can have a face lift instead. It’s a fast and effective procedure that removes the telltale signs of age, leaving you looking young and beautiful once more. Chemical Skin Peeling – There are many different ways to remove skin blemishes, but probably none as effective as chemical skin peeling. This is a cosmetic procedure that uses chemicals that go deep into your skin to remove damaged cells and tissue. The dead, blemished skin...
The skin is the biggest organ in the body. It covers almost everything, and is a good way to show a person’s health, well-being, and age. The good thing about skin is that it naturally replaces itself. Old, rough, dead skin cells get shed to make way for younger, more youthful looking skin. This means that the skin is able to look younger through natural means. Unfortunately, the natural process takes too long, and usually when it does happen, the effects are barely noticeable to the naked eye. Plastic surgery has an answer to this in the form of chemical peeling. Chemical peels have existed in some primitive form or another since mankind has become conscious about beauty. Whether it be complex oils of the Egyptians, to natural oils and scrubs of Indians, chemical peels have played an important role in the history of human beauty. Chemical Peel Benefits Nowadays, however, chemical peels are now more easily available to the masses, as opposed to its ancient counterparts that were usually reserved for the noble and elite. Not to mention, modern chemical peels are more effective, able to yield almost instant results upon application. Facial chemical peels can help eliminate fine wrinkles and lines, blotched pigments, scars from acne, and pimples. Chemical peels can also make the skin softer and more moisturized, having a more rejuvenated look. However, there are also more practical reasons to have a chemical peel. Acne can be a horrendous thing to deal with, especially for teenagers, but mostly for adults who think that acne will be gone soon after puberty ends, which in some cases,...
Part of the appeal and benefit of skin peels is that they are so versatile. They can be used just about anywhere on your body and provide a range of benefits from giving your skin a “refreshed” look to taking years off your face. People often mistake microdermabrasion procedures for chemical peels. While the result is similar (removal of older dead skin cells to reveal younger skin), the mechanism of action is quite different. In microdermabrasion, physical exfoliation is used to break the glue that holds cells together. In peels, chemicals work to dissolve the glue that holds the cells together. Chemical peels can be used for a whole list of problems, including improving skin hyperpigmentation, reducing mild scarring, correcting mild photoaging, removing excess skin oil and blackheads, and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Chemical peels cannot reduce blood vessels, are not recommended for dark-skinned individuals, and will not provide the same effect as a face lift. While a chemical peel cannot reduce the size of a pore, it can minimize a pore’s appearance. When preparing for a peel, it is helpful to exfoliate for a week or two leading up to the procedure. Peels and microdermabrasion are most effective when used together. If preparing for a deeper peel, check with your doctor. Very superficial peels, like Neutrogena Advanced Solutions Facial peel or beta-hydroxy products helps to smooth out roughened areas, remove blackheads, aids in application of self-tanning products and stimulates collagen regrowth (vitamin A peels). These types of peels can be do-it-yourself at home and affect only the outermost layer of epidermal skin cells. Superficial peels are generally...
Chemical peels as a way to erase the signs of aging have already been discussed, but a cosmetic procedure called a phenol peel is so effective it required its own article. What Makes a Phenol Peel Different? Phenol peels differ from your average chemical peel in that this is the deepest chemical peel available, and it uses carbolic acid to exfoliate. In comparison to other peels, phenol peels are effective for deep wrinkles around the chin and lips and is used for severe photoaging and hyperpigmentation. This type of treatment works very well for fair skinned individuals. Another advantage is that phenol peels’ effects last longer than the regular peel. Results are dramatic, and most patients are very pleased. Phenol peels are not for everyone. Discuss with your cosmetic dermatologist to see if this procedure is right for you: it is only suitable for use on the face, and is not recommended for dark-skinned individuals or people with heart disease. It will dramatically lighten dark skin, changing it to white. Another factor that may cause you to reconsider a phenol peel is if you are covered in freckles, as a phenol peel will remove them. If you have never had a phenol peel before, it is a good idea to try it out in a small area before have it applied to your whole face. Very rarely, an individual can have an adverse reaction to the phenol solution resulting in scarring, bleaching, enlarged skin pores and an inability to tan. Test in a small area first. How Does a Phenol Peel Work? A phenol peel works in the same...
A power peel is a nonsurgical procedure that involves using micro-dermabrasion methods to improve skin texture. It is considered a very safe treatment with minimal side effects. Ideal candidates for this procedure include healthy women and men who possess expectations that are realistic, and an even skin tone. The power peel treatment is also ideal for those candidates who cannot miss too much time from work, active people who need to resume social and outdoor activities, those with sensitive skin, those with acne-prone skin, and younger individuals with early skin developments. Benefits of Procedure In the power peel technique, the use of anesthetics is not mandatory. For deeper peels, a topical cream is usually given beforehand. It treats all skin types safely. Some light irritation may occur on very sensitive skin. The power peel clears up sun damaged skin and lightens up acne and post surgical scars. Skin is left feeling smoother and softer. Procedure A technician administers the skin polishing using a hand held device, held at a precise angle. The tech will use micro-crystals that are suctioned from the device onto the skin. It is mildly abrasive and lasts only twenty minutes. Treatments are usually repeated once a week. Two to twelve sessions are recommended for maximum results. Results Results can be seen after the initial power peel and skin will appear to be a pinkish color. Acne scars should be less visual. Fine lines and age spots will be smoothed away, revealing younger-appearing skin. How to Choose Between a Power Peel and a Chemical Peel When deciding between a power peel and a chemical peel, consider...
A chemical peel, also known as a chemexfoliation, is a cosmetic and medical procedure designed to improve the appearance of a patient’s skin (usually the face), as well as to treat certain dermatological disorders such as acne. There are many different types of chemical peels, but each involve the application of an acidic solution which “burns” the upper layers of skin away, thereby allowing new, healthier looking skin to surface. The process of removing old, desiccated skin is a natural occurrence; a chemical peel simply speeds this process up. Because the solution stings when applied, patients are advised to take an over-the-counter pain killer prior to the treatment. Chemical Peel Solutions Alpha-hydroxy Acid One of the most popular solutions for a chemical peel is known as alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), and is commonly sold in stores for home use; albeit, in concentrations of less than 10 percent, significantly lower than what a medical professional would use on a patient. One type of AHA is known as Glycolic Acid, a natural substance found in sugarcane and many types of fruit. It’s typically used in concentrations of 20 to 80 percent; the stronger concentration offering the most benefits. Alpha-hydroxy acid peels are best as an acne treatment, but are somewhat beneficial as a treatment for fine lines, uneven pigmentation, and deep wrinkles. The risks are generally low, and the recovery time is short. Immediately following the chemical peel, patients can expect peeling and redness which can last between one and three weeks. The effects of the treatment generally last between one and three months, with another treatment being necessary to maintain skin...
The use of chemicals to exfoliate the skin dates back to the ancient Egyptians who used lactic acid, alabaster, and salt to smooth out the skin. Much later, in the 1800’s, trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid, resorcinol and phenol were introduced as chemical peeling agents. Today, with the advent of more sophisticated methods of skin resurfacing, chemical peeling still remains one of the most widely performed cosmetic dermatological procedures. Chemical peeling, or chemexfoliation, utilizes chemical solutions to be applied to the skin, causing it to peel off gradually. It enables damaged skin to shed off and be replaced by a healthier-looking skin cells. The efficacy and recovery time will depend on the type of chemical used, its strength, and duration on the skin. Levels of Chemical Peeling Superficial Peeling It exerts its effects on the outermost layer of the skin called the epidermis. It is safe for any skin type, with minimal downtime. This is suitable for the following skin conditions: Fine lines due to sun damage Hyper pigmentation or skin discoloration Mild acne scars Dull-looking skin Actinic and seborrheic keratosis Medium-Depth Peeling It affects both the epidermis and the upper part of the dermis. This is also used as a supportive procedure to laser skin resurfacing and deeper chemical peels to blend the demarcation lines between treated and untreated skin. This is best suited for the following skin conditions: Mild to moderate wrinkles due to sun damage Hyper pigmentation Age spots Texture irregularities due to acne scars Actinic keratosis Deep Peels It extends deep into the lower layers of the dermis and yields the most dramatic effect. These are...
What is Glycolic Acid? Glycolic acid belongs to a group of natural chemicals called alpha-hydroxy acids. It is derived from sugar cane, sugar beets, pineapple, cantaloupe and grapes. It has varied uses ranging from industrial to cosmetic purposes, depending on its concentration. It is the most popular alpha-hydroxy acid used as a chemical peel agent. Glycolic acid derived from sugar cane has the lowest molecular size which allows it to penetrate the skin faster, giving better results. Glycolic acid is a water soluble cream or lotion of oil in water form is preferred in cosmetic applications. Glycolic Peel The use of glycolic acid as skin exfoliates is due to its high acidity but easy solubility. It goes under the damaged surface of the skin and loosens the bonds holding the dead skin cells, thereby allowing gradual exfoliation. This exposes the fresher layer that is softer, with more even texture. Glycolic acid also has the ability to draw moisturizers into the newly exposed skin surface, which is why it usually comes with moisturizers to counteract its potential corrosive effects. Ideally, the skin is primed a few weeks before the glycholic acid peeling procedure with the use of other AHAs, salicylic acid or retinoic acid to allow the absorption of the glycolic acid peel more rapidly. Glycolic acid peels are available in lower concentrations for home use, while higher concentrations are employed only under the supervision of trained staff in a dermatological clinic or spa. Sessions are usually done once a week, lasting for about 6 weeks or depending on the severity of the condition being treated. The Cosmetic Uses of...
