title: Phenol chemosurgery for removal of deep facial wrinkles.
abstract: The derivation of the different phenol formulas for facial rejuvenation is traced. The method of action of phenol and the formula additives is discussed and an improved technique is described with which deep as well as superficial wrinkles of the face can be removed. Phenol chemosurgery is a proper alternative to the surgical face lift in properly selected patients. The potential complications of the procedure should not detract from the benefits.
mesh_terms: D001145:Arrhythmias, Cardiac / Q000139:chemically induced; D002615:Chemexfoliation / Q000379:methods*; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000209:etiology; D004483:Ectropion / Q000139:chemically induced; D004890:Erythema / Q000139:chemically induced; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D009508:Nevus, Pigmented / Q000139:chemically induced; D010636:Phenols / Q000627:therapeutic use* / Q000633:toxicity; D010859:Pigmentation Disorders / Q000139:chemically induced; D013684:Telangiectasis / Q000139:chemically induced
chemical_list: D010636:Phenols