Histological Classification of Peels
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What is the primary factor that determines the depth of a peel?

  • Duration of application
  • Number of coats applied
  • Concentration of the peeling agent (correct)
  • Type of skin

    • Which of the following peeling agents is typically used for a very superficial peel?

  • Glycolic acid 30–50% (correct)
  • TCA 35–50%
  • Phenol 88%
  • Resorcinol 40–50%

    • What is the result of combining peeling agents at lower concentrations?

  • Reduced depth of the peel
  • Greater depth of the peel with reduced side effects (correct)
  • No effect on the peel depth
  • Increased risk of side effects

    • What is the histological level affected by a medium-depth peel?

    <p>Epidermis, papillary dermis, and upper reticular dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical concentration of TCA used for a superficial peel?

    <p>10–30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of histological classification of peels?

    <p>To classify peels based on their histological level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor in determining the depth of a peel?

    <p>The concentration of the peeling agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of peels based on?

    <p>The histological depth of necrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following peeling agents is commonly used?

    <p>Glycolic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be standardized to maintain the required depth of peel?

    <p>The method of priming the skin and technique of application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of priming the skin?

    <p>To prepare the skin for the peeling agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of standardizing the peeling agent and technique of application?

    <p>To achieve the desired depth of peel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor in determining the depth of a peel?

    <p>Peeling agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason deep peels should be avoided in darker skin types?

    <p>Higher risk of complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for a physician to be familiar with peeling agents?

    <p>To minimize risks and complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for classifying peels according to Brody's and Rubin's classifications?

    <p>Histological level of skin necrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of peels are recommended for Indian skin types?

    <p>Superficial and medium-depth peels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a peel that targets a specific area of the face or body?

    <p>Regional peel</p> Signup and view all the answers

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