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Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

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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speed of the apt. Dr. Took time to share thoughts

#12025-08-09

Was able to get an appointment on the same day. Staff worked deligently to assist with my referral

#22011-05-27 10:56:18

Very impressed by the Doctor and staff.

#32026-01-01

Friendliness of office staff and professionalism of doctor.

#42011-01-17 16:36:22

VERY NICE EXPERIENCE

#52025-03-23

I thought the waiting area was decorated beautifully and made me feel relaxed and at home.

#62025-08-11

The friendlyness

#72025-08-06

The atmosphere was relaxed and pleasant. I especially liked having a nice big clock in the waiting room.

#82025-10-22

Appreciated the time the doctor took with me and the fact that she discussed fees in advance of services. Bottom line: excellence in every way.

#92025-04-29

the doctor and staff are superb.

#102011-11-03 14:52:47

What can we do better?

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don't see how you could improve anything

#12011-01-12 08:19:57

Excellent experience Can't think of anything I would change

#22011-04-04 11:16:27

Everything was wonderful - no complaints at all!

#32025-04-07

you can not top anything. this is the best run office and staff that I have ever been in.

#42011-05-26 11:49:32

THANK YOU!

#52025-06-19

Appointments on Fridays

#62010-09-27 09:26:48

no suggestions, you are doing a good job

#72025-09-12

While I totally understand the late policy, unfortunately my daughter and I drove 1.5 hrs to the facility and given the weather and errorous directions, we ended up being 7 mins late. I immediately called the office while on route to explain that we were lost and sought correct directions. The receptionist was very curt, short and condesending. Upon our arrival, there was no warm greeting and very limited eye contact. Again,as a heath care provider myself, I appreciate the need to follow a schedule, however, our appointments were in direct succession and I do not think it would have had a significant impact on the work schedule, given our special circumstance.

#82011-03-24 10:10:11

I think that you should just mkae the vists a little bit quicker, and thats all.

#92010-10-27 08:46:34

No complaints at all. Excellent experience

#102010-09-30 10:38:51

Customer Rating : 4.7

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