title: Chemical peels.
abstract: A chemical peel is a procedure in which a topically applied wounding agent creates smooth, rejuvenated skin by way of an organized repair process. This article describes the indications, classifications, operative procedure, and complications of chemical resurfacing. In addition, alternatives to chemoexfoliation are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Tulane University Medical School, USA.
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Godin
authors.forename: H D
authors.initials: HD
authors.lastname: Graham
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000601:surgery*; D000287:Administration, Topical; D002615:Chemexfoliation / Q000379:methods*; D000075202:Contraindications; D003869:Dermabrasion / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006880:Hydroxy Acids / Q000008:administration & dosage; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects; D008297:Male; D008548:Melanosis / Q000601:surgery*; D010636:Phenols / Q000008:administration & dosage; D011300:Preoperative Care; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000187:drug effects / Q000502:physiology; D014212:Tretinoin / Q000008:administration & dosage; D014238:Trichloroacetic Acid / Q000008:administration & dosage
chemical_list: D006880:Hydroxy Acids; D010636:Phenols; D014212:Tretinoin; D014238:Trichloroacetic Acid