Chemical peels are especially useful for the fine wrinkles on cheeks, forehead, around the eyes, and the vertical wrinkles around the mouth.

The chemical solution can be applied to the entire face, or to a specific area. Chemical peels can be done around the mouth, in conjunction with a face lift.

At the end of the chemical peel, a thick layer of petroleum jelly may be applied to the treated area.

A protective crust forms over the new skin. When it is removed, the skin underneath will be pink.

After healing, the skin is lighter in color, tighter, smoother, and younger looking.

Dermabrasion can smooth scars left by acne, accidents, or previous surgery. It is also used to reduce fine facial wrinkles (especially those around the mouth).

In dermabrasion, the surgeon removes the upper layers of skin using an electrically operated instrument with a rough wire brush or diamond-impregnated burr.

Several months after your procedure, pigmentation returns and the skin is much smoother than before.