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Chemical Peel Center - La Crosse, WI

La Crosse 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 La Crosse *

Franciscan Skemp Medical Center Dermatology
Michael J White
615 S 10th St
Dermatology
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 791-9491

Caryn I Schulz MD
Caryn I Schulz
4638 Golf Rd
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 839-9400

Midelfort Clinic Dermatology
Lon D Christianson
733 W Clairemont Ave
Dermatology
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 838-5494

Midelfort Clinic Dermatology
Michael R Diestelmeier
733 W Clairemont Ave
Dermatology
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 838-5494

Midelfort Clinic Dermatology
Patrice M Hicks
733 W Clairemont Ave
Dermatology
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 838-5494

Midelfort Clinic Dermatology
Johann M Peikert
733 W Clairemont Ave
Dermatology
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 838-5494

Midelfort Clinic Dermatology
Joy P Walker
733 W Clairemont Ave
Dermatology
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 838-5494

Marshfield Clinic Eau Claire
Carmen S Balding
2116 Craig Rd
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 858-4500

Marshfield Clinic Eau Claire
Christine M Murphy
2116 Craig Rd
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 858-4500

Marshfield Clinic Eau Claire
Lawrence C Scherrer
2116 Craig Rd
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 858-4500

Marshfield Clinic Chippewa Falls Center
Diane J Meyer
2655 County Hwy I
Chippewa Falls Center
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-4200

Marshfield Clinic Dermatology Dept
John W Melski
1000 N Oak Ave
Dermatology
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-9460

Marshfield Clinic Dermatology Dept
Donald J Miech
1000 N Oak Ave
Dermatology
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-9460

Marshfield Clinic Dermatology Dept
Stella F Patten
1000 N Oak Ave
Dermatology
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-9460

Marshfield Clinic Dermatology Dept
Ann C Smith
1000 N Oak Ave
Dermatology
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-9460

Marshfield Clinic Dermatology Dept
Erik J Stratman
1000 N Oak Ave
Dermatology
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-9460

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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 La Crosse

  • In case of Emergency, call 911

Nearby La Crosse Hospitals *

Franciscan Skemp Healthcare LaCrosse Campus
700 West Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608)785-0940

Gundersen Lutheran
1910 South Ave
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608)782-7300

Franciscan Skemp Healthcare Sparta Campus
310 W Main St
Sparta, WI 54656
(608)269-2132

Winona Community Memorial Hospital
855 Mankato Ave
Winona, MN 55987
(507)454-3650

Vernon Memorial Hospital
507 S Main St
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608)637-2101

Franciscan Skemp Healthcare Arcadia Campus
464 S St Joseph Ave
Arcadia, WI 54612
(608)323-3341

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