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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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What WE DID WELL

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very informative about everything

#12025-07-15

I came here because my previous doctor's staff was not friendly or helpful. I am very glad I switched. Everyone here has been very nice and professional

#22025-10-29

Andrea was very responsive to my original request to be seen, and you provided a very quick appointment even though I was not a patient. As an architect, I especially appreciate the attention to detail in how you have retrofitted the office.

#32025-10-17

EXCELLENT SERVICE, THANK YOU FOR YOUR ADVISE & ASSISTANCE. VERY CLEAN, NICE & CONFIRTABLE OFFICE SETTING. VERY KNOWLEDGEBLE DOCTOR. THANK YOU AGAIN. I WILL RECOMMEND YOU GUYS TO OTHERS. EXCELLENT JOB!!!

#42025-06-16

The prfessionalism of the staff and the attentiveness of the physician. Also the timliness of the staff.

#52011-01-26 08:55:26

nice music!

#62025-10-24

The way Dr.Ringpfeil and the medical assistant has communicated

#72025-04-05

Facility was very contemporary. Very welcoming.

#82011-05-02 09:29:24

The doctor's knowlegde of our needs & her eagerness to help get things treated quickly.

#92025-12-26

I liked the fact that I could enter my information on a computer and I was not asked to provide the same more than once on the informational forms!

#102025-05-09

What can we do better?

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Offer a male of female medical assistant and ask if opposite sex assistant is okay

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smile more

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Just don't change what you're doing

#32025-04-29

it was a little warm in the waiting area

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everything was fine

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just keep up the good work

#62011-04-19 10:17:20

receptionist should not be so quick to refuse insurance before fully understanding the the type of insurance and how it functions

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This visit was great.

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It was a very good visit! Thank You!

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more availability for appointments.

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