Chemical Peel

Although the cessation rates with therapy for nicotine dependence are relatively low, systematic application of these principles in doctors' offices is feasible, and over time will result in clinically important quit rates. Integration of smoking cessation into physician practice is a cornerstone of lung cancer prevention. As health-care providers, we can help our patients quit smoking by using the following multifaceted approach: (1) identify all smokers and diagnose nicotine dependence; (2) provide self-help smoking cessation brochures; (3) provide brief, tailored advice to all smokers; (4) refer recalcitrant smokers to specialized clinics; and (5) use nicotine replacement and/or bupropion in combination with brief counseling and active follow-up.

Chemical peel uses a chemical solution to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing its damaged outer layers. A peel removes several layers of sun damaged skin cells, leaving fresh skin which has a more even surface and colour. It may stimulate new collagen to be formed improving skin texture. Peels may result in superficial, moderate depth or deep skin injury.