Who Is Right For A TCA Peel?
If your client is wondering if a chemical peel, and in particular a TCA peel, is right for them, explain that the peel can enhance personal appearance and for many people self confidence. The peel can also remove pre-cancerous skin growths, soften facial scares that came from acne and may even control acne. Also health insurance in many case covers the chemical peel procedure, though the client should check their policy and contact their insurance company to be sure. Trichloroacetic acid or TCA is used in many different concentrations, but it is most commonly used for medium-depth peeling, which is helpful for treatment of fine surface wrinkles, superficial blemishes and pigment problems. The results of the TCA peel are less dramatic than and are not as long-lasting as those of a phenol peel. Many clients discover in fact that more than one TCA peel may be needed to achieve the desired results. But the TCA peel has the advantage of a much shorter recovery time. Always Some Risk and Unc
