Patients who are looking for the newest and best solutions for treating a range of skin conditions may benefit from a fuller understanding of what's involved with the Vi Peel, a relatively new kind of chemical peel that helps both adolescents and older patients deal with acne, scarring or other conditions. The Vi Peel treatment has been shown to be effective for a wide range of skin types, which is one reason it is now popular in dermatology offices and medical spas across the country.
Consultation
Prior to a Vi Peel treatment, a dermatology professional may provide an initial consultation to go over what's involved with the patient. The underlying philosophy of Vi Peel treatment is that dermatology patients can benefit from an approach that is similar to what you would find in a modern dental office: a combination of in-office procedures and good home care. Some professionals, including the maker of Vi Peel, refer to this as “dentalization” because it uses the dentist’s office as a care model.
A consultation for Vi Peel will take the individual patient's situation into account in terms of recommended numbers of Vi Peel sessions and some variations in treatment.
Variations in Vi Peel Procedure
In an in-office Vi Peel procedure, the treatment area is cleaned, and then a technician will make several “passes” over the area with the Vi Peel chemical peel solution. "Making a pass" involves putting the Vi Peel solution onto a foam or similar absorbent material and applying it evenly to the skin. According to specific patient needs, the technician may focus one or more passes on specific areas of the face, such as the cheeks, temples, neck or areas around the mouth. For example, the consultation may have identified specific areas of scarring where the doctor feels a more potent application of the Vi Peel solution may be useful.
As the Vi Peel solution begins to settle into the skin, the patient may experience some feelings of burning or tingling. These will most often go away as the skin becomes numb during the Vi Peel treatment.
After the Vi Peel Procedure
As the Vi Peel is one of the less stringent chemical peels and a noninvasive procedure, a classical recovery time is not usually necessary. However, some experts recommend avoiding extreme physical activity for 5 to 6 hours after a Vi Peel treatment.
More on Vi Peel Procedures
As more and more dermatology offices and other locations are providing Vi Peel treatment to patients, mainstream media sources are paying attention to this new development and its potential for improving both the cosmetic condition and the health of the skin. Some big media coverage by established news outlets provide an in-depth look at how a patient is generally treated with Vi Peel.
Patients who are considering this kind of procedure can also get more information from referral sites that can be helpful in finding professionals who can provide this treatment and for learning more about how it is generally administered. A wealth of information on this new skin rejuvenation method will help individuals make good decisions about treating their skin conditions.
