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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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Get treatment plan from Dr. Ringpfeil or Dr. Abraham by tomorrow evening without visiting the office.

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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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What WE DID WELL

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It's great that you're using electronic means to capture patient information. Everyone is very friendly and competent and the doctor was wonderful to talk to.

#12024-12-30

Pleasant staff

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I enjoyed how friendly everyone was.

#32024-04-14

The doctor was extremely attentive and I did not feel rushed at all. This is by far the best experience I have had at the dermatologist

#42024-12-17

The staff members were wonderful and very friendly. I was impressed by the doctor's expertise and professionalism.

#52024-09-27

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.

#62025-01-01

start to finish it was a perfect experience, i found the reception area very heplful and understanding,

#72024-07-09

We liked everything. Great experience, and we've been to many dermatologists in the past. You are the best!

#82011-05-26 09:34:01

The doctor is exceptionalyy easy to talk to. Excellent people skills!

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service

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What can we do better?

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wouldnt change nothing

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fantastic service

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Everything was great!

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Can't think of a thing. I was very impressed.

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nothing just keep up the good work.

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You can't improve upon excellence.

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#72024-05-14

More appointment availability either early or later (before or after the normal 9-5 workday)

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I would have liked to pay in cash but the receptionist had no change.

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Better parking?

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