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Chemical Peel Center - Biloxi, MS

Biloxi Dermatologist Doctors for Chemical Peel

Type of Physician: Dermatologist

What is a Dermatologist?

A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars.

Specialty: Dermatology

Common Name: Skin Doctor

Dermatologist Doctors in Biloxi *

Dermatology Associates of South Mississippi
John H Phillips
2550 Pass Rd
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 594-9904

Dermatology Clinic
Thomas C Garrott
6 Aurvioa Rd
Biloxi, MS 39533
(228) 388-4146

Gulf Coast Dermatology
Gwendolyn A Crane
1304 44th Ave
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 868-4006

Robert C Wessler MD
Robert C Wessler
1118 Broad Ave
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 863-7115

Gulfshore Medical Consultants PA
Eric C Torp
22a Doctors Dr
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 872-1951

Wilbert J Manuel MD
Wilbert J Manuel
4211 Hospital Rd
Doctors Plaza Bldg STE 207
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 762-5445

Dermatology Clinic of Hattiesburg PA
Stephen L Conerly
104 Asbury Cir
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 268-5252

Dermatology Clinic of Hattiesburg PA
Mark A Gallardo
104 Asbury Cir
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 268-5252

Dermatology Clinic of Hattiesburg PA
William H Gullung
104 Asbury Cir
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 268-5252

Dermatology Clinic
Ronald R Lubritz
1420 Jefferson St
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 426-9498

Dermatology Clinic
Steven Shapiro
1420 Jefferson St
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 426-9498

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Chemical Peel

What Conditions Do a Chemical Peel Treat?

Chemical peels are performed on the face, neck or hands. They can be used to:

  • Reduce fine lines under the eyes and around the mouth
  • Treat wrinkles caused by sun damage, aging and hereditary factors
  • Improve the appearance of mild scarring
  • Treat certain types of acne
  • Reduce age spots, freckles and dark patches due to pregnancy or taking birth control pills (melasma)
  • Improve the look and feel of skin that is dull in texture and color

Areas of sun damage, which may contain pre-cancerous keratoses that appear as scaly spots, may improve after chemical peeling. Following treatment, new pre-cancerous lesions are less likely to appear.

However, sags, bulges and more severe wrinkles do not respond well to chemical peels. They may require other kinds of cosmetic surgical procedures, such as carbon dioxide laser resurfacing , a facelift , brow lift , eyelid lift or soft tissue filler (collagen or fat). A dermatologic surgeon can help determine the most appropriate type of treatment for each individual case.

Who Is a Good Candidate For a Chemical Peel?

Generally, fair-skinned and light-haired patients are ideal candidates for chemical peels. Darker skin types may also have good results, depending upon the type of problem being treated.

How Are Chemical Peels Performed?

A chemical peel can be performed in a doctor's office or in a surgery center as an outpatient procedure.

The skin is thoroughly cleansed with an agent that removes excess oils and the eyes and hair are protected. One or more chemical solutions, such as glycolic acid, trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid or carbolic acid (phenol), are applied to small areas on the skin. These applications produce a controlled wound, enabling new, regenerated skin to appear./...

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Keratosis Pilaris »

Keratosis pilaris facts

  • Keratosis pilaris is a very common, benign skin disorder.
  • Keratosis pilaris affects 50%-80% of adolescents and 40% of adults.
  • Keratosis pilaris causes numerous small, rough tan or red little bumps around hair follicles on the upper arms, thighs, buttocks, and cheeks.
  • Keratosis pilaris creates the appearance of gooseflesh, goose bumps, or chicken skin.
  • Keratosis pilaris is seen in patients with other dry skin conditions and atopic dermatitis.
  • Keratosis pilaris is not curable, but it may become less noticeable with time.
  • Keratosis pilaris tends to run in families (genetic association).
  • Keratosis pilaris may spontaneously clear without treatment.
  • Keratosis pilaris generally requires ongoing maintenance therapy.
  • Treat keratosis pilaris with daily lubrication, gentle exfoliation, and glycolic or lactic acids.
  • Consider helpful option...

Emergency Contact for Biloxi

  • In case of Emergency, call 911

Nearby Biloxi Hospitals *

Gulf Coast Medical Center
180-A Debuys Rd
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228)388-6711

Gulf Oaks Hospital
180-C DeBuys Rd
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228)388-0600

VA Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System
400 Veterans Ave
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228)523-5000

Biloxi Regional Medical Center
150 Reynoir St
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228)432-1571

Select Specialty Hospital Biloxi
648 Beach Blvd
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228)374-7474

Garden Park Community Hospital
15200 Community Rd
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228)575-7000

Memorial Behavioral Health Gulfport
1150 Hwy 49 N
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228)831-1700

Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
4500 13th St
Gulfport, MS 39502
(228)867-4000

Ocean Springs Hospital
3109 Bienville Blvd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228)818-1111

Hancock Medical Center
149 Drinkwater Blvd
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39521
(228)467-8600

Singing River Hospital
2809 Denny Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228)809-5000

Stone County Hospital
1434 E Central Ave
Wiggins, MS 39577
(601)928-6600

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