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Glycolic Acid Peel

Overview:

Poly glycolic acids are derived from fruit acids and deliver a superficial peel. They effectively exfoliate and hydrate the skin.

Expected Results:

Diminished acne activity, rejuvenation, even skin pigmentation and skin tone, reduction of very fine lines and very superficial scars.

Time to desired results:

Smooth texture of the skin is noted the day after your first peel but full effects are most obvious after a series of 3-6 peels, spaced 3-4 weeks apart.

Lasting results:

Severalmonths.

Downtime:

Mild redness for several hours (you should be able to return to work immediately)

Preparation:

The effects of glycolic acid peels and the efficiency of the peel can be potentiated by starting glycolic acid products and retinoids as part of a rigorous skin care regimen for at least 2 weeks prior to your first chemical peel. The night before, however, any retinoid must be stopped and may be resumed the night after the peel. The morning of the peel, there is no necessity to apply any medicinal product other than your daily sunscreen.

Post treatment instructions:

The day of the peel, apply a gentle moisturizer (with sunscreen if sun-exposed area was treated) to the treated area several times; resume your daily skin care regimen the day after the peel.

Contraindications:

History of phenol peels, isotretinoin (Accutane) in the past six months.

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Overall doctor performance

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The doctor listened to you attentively

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The doctor took time to answer your questions

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The doctor explained treatment options

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Front desk performance

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Aesthetician performance

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Office comfort

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Parking

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Friendliness of the staff during appointment

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What WE DID WELL

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You LISTEN AND YOU HEAR

#12025-09-24

Mainly speaking with the Dr and being explained everything.

#22025-11-28

I really liike the office space . I get a good feeling when i first cam in here. I alos like the doctor , shes seem very intelligent.

#32025-05-24

The staff were very professional and service was above those i have had in the past.

#42011-03-29 09:40:00

The aesthetician was great, very straight forward and running on time!

#52011-05-05 13:30:08

Both Alana and Dr. Ringfeil listened to all of my concerns. Excellent doctor and office, will highly recommend.

#62011-05-25 10:21:24

visit was great

#72025-08-13

The promptness of waiting to see the doctor.

#82025-09-03

Dr. Ringpfeil was great. She answered all concerns and questions extremely professionally.

#92025-08-15

Yes, I liked Dr. Ringpfeil's attentive, friendly demeanor and the fact that she expained things well, making available every sort of treatment, but also making clear what was needed/recommended and what could/should be skipped in a sensible, conservative approach.

#102025-01-24

What can we do better?

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shorter wait time for new patient appointment.

#12025-07-29

I really can't think of anything to add

#22010-11-24 09:41:39

With such excellent service, there's nothing I can add to it. I am a very satisfied patient.

#32010-09-09 11:12:17

Cookies and Milk! Seriously, I love coming in and being seen promptly. More importantly, I like the fact that the doctor was not distracted and there was not a single interruption.

#42025-12-30

Complimentary BMW with first visit

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#62025-06-20

Keeping me from dying of skin cancer would be good (I will behave and do the checks and annual exam to help out!!!)

#72010-11-29 11:47:11

can't think of anything

#82011-12-12 10:13:47

It was a very good visit! Thank You!

#92025-03-10

You can't improve upon excellence.

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