Poliklinika za estetsku kirurgiju Dr. Toncic

Chemical peel cannot be successfully applied for the treatment of sagging facial skin. In such cases we recommend face and neck lift, which will give pleasing results.

As shown in the photos, chemical peel gives a youthful look to the face. This is the most successful method of smoothing facial furrows and the rejuvenation effect is never left out.

Chemical peel comprises the removal of the superficial skin layer using chemical agents. The target effect of the chemical peel is rejuvenation. This is the only procedure in which chemical agents are used. While penetrating deep into the skin layers and removing furrows, chemicals also stimulate the skin to produce its own collagen. Because of that, the rejuvenation effect is long lasting.

Mechanical abrasion or laser dermabrasion doesn’t stimulate the production of the skins’ own collagen.

So far, in the institutions for cosmetic surgery and dermatology, Baker's formula has been mostly used because its effectiveness. Baker's formula is based on the combination of different concentrations of phenol and croton oil.

Dr. Hetter made extensive studies, based on a number of patients. By changing the concentration of the main ingredients of Baker's formula, he developed his own formula for chemical peel procedures which gives much better results but uses lower concentrations of the main ingredients, resulting in a shorter recovery period. There are several advantages in applying Hetter's formula for chemical peel, rather than Baker's:

1. Higher efficiency of the peel
2. Safety and precision in application
3. Side effects reduced to minimum
4. Quicker recovery time

Chemical peel with Hetter's formula allows precise control of the dosage of peeling agents applied to the facial area. This gives an improved effect and a shorter recovery period. Because the concentrations of the chemicals is strictly regulated, an additional advantage of this procedure over laser peel is that there is no danger of permanent discolour to the skin or long lasting redness on the face, which can happen in laser treatments. Chemical peel, done with Hetter's formula, stimulates skin to produce its own collagen.

Due to the extremely good results achieved with this method, popularity of chemical peel as a method for removing facial furrows has increased in the USA.

In our clinic, we have been using Hetter's formula for chemical peel treatment since the formula was published in medical literature and we are very satisfied with the quality and precision of the results.

Each area is treated with different a concentration of chemical agent. For example, the area around the eyes, where the skin is thin and sensitive, is treated with the lowest concentration of phenol and croton oil.

As a procedure, chemical peel can also be successfully combined with a facelift, to rejuvenate the skin and remove the furrows.

Facelifts serve to tighten the skin and subcutaneous structures on the face and neck. After a successful facelift, the face gains firm contours and a youthful appearance. Chemical peel is used to remove small furrows that are in the skin structure and cannot be removed by the facelift. The rejuvenation effect of a facelift is enhanced by the chemical peel procedure.

USEFUL INSTRUCTIONS FOR OUR PATIENTS

Prior to the operation – patient’s preparation:

Although this operation is preformed regularly in our clinic, the professionalism of our surgical team headed by Dr Toncic, makes us pay special attention to the preoperative preparation of our patient.

• Prior to the breast reduction operation, the patient goes through a routine preoperative analysis, which comprises the medical examination in our clinic and a blood test analysis.
• We have a special arrangement with our foreign patients. Prior to the operation and preoperative examination, we hold consultation through emails, photos and by phone. This way, our surgeons get a deeper insight into the individual case, according to which they can estimate whether the patient is a suitable candidate for the desired operation. This procedure allows our patient to come to Zagreb for the operation one time only. When our patient arrives, we hold final preoperative consultation and medical examination (including blood test), where we discuss the details of the operation together with the patient. After the consultation, we perform the surgery.

Anaesthesia and the procedure:

• This operation is done under local anaesthesia and the whole procedure is painless.
• The patient stays in the clinic for several hours. It takes about an hour for preoperative preparations, and one hour for the operation itself after which the patient rests. Once discharged from the surgery the patient is sent to home care.

Postoperative period and recovery:

• Great success of the operations in Dr Toncic’s clinic is largely due not only to the experience of our surgical team, precise and enhanced techniques, but also to well organized professional postoperative care.
• For our patients’ safety, successful recovery and postoperative monitoring, we recommend optimal length of stay in Zagreb. This way, we leave nothing to chance. We monitor our patient’s recovery completely, which is crucial for our patient’s health and the result of the operation.
• Postoperative recovery after chemical peel is individual, usually lasting around 14 days after the procedure. After that, the patients can resume their personal and professional everyday activities.
• After chemical peel, we strictly advise our patients to avoid exposure to the sun of the treated area for three months after the procedure, because of the possible damaging effects. Therefore, chemical peel is a procedure that we perform only during fall and winter, when the damaging sun effect is minimised.

Required stay in Zagreb:

• Required stay in Zagreb is at least 5 days, so we can monitor the early postoperative period completely. We indeed require that our patients stay in Zagreb after the chemical peel procedure for the optimal time, as this period is of crucial importance for our patient’s health and for the result of the procedure. Having followed all the instructions, our patient can safely go home without risking the possible postoperative complications.
• Sick leave lasts 14 days for chemical peel. 14 days after home care and recovery, the patients can resume their personal and professional activities.

Complete service – let us take care of everything

• Beside the procedure, we can arrange travel and accommodation for our foreign patients. We are here to assist you in every step of the way. Therefore, we can book your flight, and private or hotel accommodation in Zagreb. Our driver will welcome you at Zagreb airport and take you to your accommodation.

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