This procedure will not prevent aging, however, chemical peels can erase, fade or reduce fine facial wrinkles and remove other surface imperfections. Before your surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your cosmetic surgeon. There are now several different types of chemical peels depending upon your particular condition. Your surgeon will discuss your condition to see if and what type of chemical peel is right for you. There Are Risks in All Surgical Procedures Like all surgery, chemical peels involve some level of risk.
Chemical peels are a normally safe and popular way to treat facial wrinkling and fine scarring.
To help ensure a successful outcome, the patient should be a good candidate, the surgeon should be well trained in chemical peeling techniques, the surgical facility should be properly equipped and the patient should follow the doctor's instructions and advice. While complications are extremely unusual, you should discuss the risks and possible side effects with your doctor. Patients with liver, kidney or heart ailments need to make their cosmetic surgeon aware of them. You should have realistic expectations and realize that the true results may not be apparent for up to a year. Discuss the benefits and risks with your surgeon given your particular circumstances.