In many cases, the only way to detect a cholesterol ring is an eye examination. Cholesterol rings don't cause symptoms like pain or blurry vision. If your doctor notices that you have arcus, she may recommend blood testing to check your cholesterol levels.
The needle will be passed over the entire skin from 3 to 5 passes. This procedure does not hurt. After 1 pass, the anesthetic absorbs quickly. There is also no discomfort when the chemical peel is applied because of the anesthetic. You may be pink from 1 to 24 hours.
The chemical peel is a procedure where a chemical solution is applied to the skin that makes the top layers of skin âblisterâ and peel away, revealing newer skin underneath. A chemical peel usually involves approximately 5 to 7 days for recovery time. The results may last for at least a year or more and with continued sun protection far longer. The results last depending upon how deeply the skin was treated.