TCA Peels of Neck, Chest, Arms & Hands

Question 1

skin changes owed to extrinsic aging ?

Answer 1

• actinic keratoses, seborrheic keratoses
• tactile & visible roughness

Question 2

intrinsic aging contributes to appearance of …?

Answer 2

• wrinkles, prominent tendon & vein visibility, bony prominence

Question 3

Red flags before peeling

Answer 3

• Unrealistic expectations
• inability to follow through on pretreatment recommendations

Question 4

patients that deserve special attention

Answer 4

• Those with DM, immunodeficiency, CKD or liver disease, or CTD, or those on chronic steroids or immunosuppressive or immunomodulatory medications

Question 5

patients at increased risk for poor wound healing

Answer 5

• Smokers
• including those who vape nicotine-containing solutions
• due to reduced blood flow

Question 6

Preoperative Skin Care Regimen

Answer 6

Question 7

TCA Blue Peel Protocol

Answer 7