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Addition of Dr. Susan Keiler to Kenosha Clinic

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Dr. Susan Keiler

We are pleased to announce the addition of Susan Keiler, MD, to our medical team in Kenosha, WI.  Dr. Keiler is a Board Certified Dermatologist and Fellowship Trained Pediatric Dermatologist.  Her professional areas of interest include the specialized care and treatment of skin, hair, and nail problems that affect children including pigmented birthmarks, hemangiomas, port wine stains, alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis.  Dr. Keiler also takes interest in skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, treatment of acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and eczema.

Dr. Keiler will begin seeing patients starting July 27th out of our Kenosha, WI clinic.  Call 262-652-6020 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Keiler.

In addition to seeing patients at our Kenosha clinic, Dr. Keiler will continue to see patients out of our clinics in Manitowoc, WI and Sheboygan, WI.

“Dr. Keiler will be a great addition to our talented medical team of dermatologists in Kenosha, WI,” said Kenneth Katz, MD, President and Founder of Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin, S.C.  “We look forward to utilizing her specialization in pediatric dermatology to help our patients regain their quality of life.”

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At-home chemical peels vs. medical clinic chemical peels

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Under the right circumstances, at-home chemical peels can be an effective solution.  However, the at-home peel could have potential harmful effects on your skin and is not as effective as a medical strength peel done by a dermatologist.

At-home peels consist of several alpha-hydroxy acids such as glycolic or lactic acid and work by dissolving and exfoliating the superficial layers of dead skin thus revealing new skin underneath.  The glycolic acid generally makes up to 30% or less of the solution.  Some at-home peels contain salicylic acid which is attracted to your oil glands and helps unclog pores.  Some also may contain enzymes that are meant to exfoliate but are not as effective as hydroxy acids.  The at-home peels provide a mild improvement to acne, skin texture and overall skin tone.  It is important to consult with your dermatologist before using an at-home chemical peel.  Some situations in which you should consult your dermatologist include:

  • If you have underlying skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis
  • If you used retinoid products
  • If you have a tan
  • If you have had cold sores in the past

In contrast, medical strength peels are stronger containing glycolic acid of 30 to 70%, trichloroacetic acid (TCA), or phenol solutions that penetrate more deeply into the skin.  Therefore, they are much more effective in treating pigmentation problems, fine wrinkles, scarring, and deeper sun damage.  The stronger peels often require a pre- and post-peel topical treatment to help ensure evenness and quick recovery.  Your dermatologist will be able to advise you on which strength peel would be best for your skin because they have the medical training needed to make informed and correct decisions.

Lastly, when buying over-the-counter or internet chemical peels, you should consult a dermatologist to check the ingredient list to ensure you will not be burned or scarred from using these solutions.

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