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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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Office comfort

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What WE DID WELL

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Doctor's thoroughness and bedside manner (and great blue eyes).

#12024-09-18

How competent and smart and nice the Dr. is. I was struck by that immediately.

#22025-01-21

Dr very friendly and made me comfortable.

#32024-05-25

Jenny took the time to address all my concerns and gave me great advice. She was very professional, very knowledgeable, and friendly

#42011-05-27 09:49:17

Having the classical music from WRTI radio station in the background as well as the amicable staff

#52025-02-14

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

#62011-05-27 10:56:18

The atmosphere was pleasent and during appointment, didnt feel judged about skin.

#72024-03-03

no everything was great. everyone is so wonderful

#82024-06-22

How kind and attentive both Linda and Jenny were. I did not feel rushed and I did not feel pushed into buying products, which were two reasons I left the last practice I was using.

#92011-04-14 11:05:49

thoroughness of staff

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What can we do better?

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Your rain spouts put water into the driveway to the back parking lot. As it gets colder, it will freeze and create a dangerous pathway for clients

#12010-12-13 11:23:03

So glad I came. Always liked Dr. Kern and Ann Watson. He'd be so pleased with your entire professional setup

#22025-02-27

Appointments on Fridays

#32010-09-27 09:26:48

THANK YOU!

#42025-02-12

Maybe directions as "across from the Lexus place." Have the assistant say there may be a name recall test later, as she introduces herself.

#52010-12-07 10:07:04

No complaints at all, but since you asked, receptionist today could have been "warmer"

#62010-08-25 10:41:35

Top rate service. A great total experience.

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excellent service

#82025-01-02

Improve the movement of the mouse on its pad.

#92024-12-23

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.

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