You don't necessarily need a face lift to enjoy healthier looking skin. Chemical peels are another path to revitalized, younger-looking skin and offer a variety of fantastic benefits.

The talented staff at David K. Hiranaka, M.D., D.M.D. in Kailua Kona, HI is pleased to provide chemical peels and skin rejuvenation treatments to reverse the signs of aging and other skin issues patients may have. Chemical peels lessen the appearance of wrinkles, freckles, and age spots, reduce acne scarring, and even skin tone.

Let’s take a closer look at the chemical peel process as provided by this plastic surgery center:

• Type: Dr. Hiranaka performs a type of chemical peel called Obagi, a blue, controlled-depth TCA peel. Considered a medium-level peel, other types include light, surface-wrinkle-removing peels, and deep peels for advanced conditions.
• Procedure: Following a thorough cleansing, a chemical solution is applied to areas of the face requiring treatment. Light sedation is used before and after the procedure, with the patient typically experiencing a mild stinging sensation during treatment. Dr. Hiranaka observes the skin to determine if additional coats are necessary. The chemical solution is then washed off.
• Side Effects: Skin may appear blue in the week following the procedure. It is also subject to peeling and flaking; however, no pain is associated with the healing process.
• Skin Rejuvenation Products: Chemical peels are frequently performed in conjunction with skin rejuvenation treatments to minimize the appearance of wrinkles, lighten hyperpigmentation areas, and create softer skin texture. Skin rejuvenation products available through David K. Hiranaka, M.D., D.M.D. include GlyMed, Kinerase, Elva Ochoa, and Forte sunblock.

The staff at this premier laser treatment center is happy to answer questions concerning chemical peels, skin rejuvenation products, and all other available procedures. For more information about chemical peels, non-surgical face lift options, and reconstructive surgery, please contact David K. Hiranaka, M.D., D.M.D. today. Call (808) 326-2040 or visit the website.