To safeguard your health and ascertain your desired outcome, a dermatologist will always offer a consultation before performing microdermabrasion. To ensure that you get the most out of this consultation, you should:
- Inquire.
- Gather critical information before your consultation,
The AAD recommends that you ask the following questions before having microdermabrasion:
- Who is going to administer the microdermabrasion?
- What kind of results can I anticipate?
- How many treatments will I require to achieve these outcomes?
- What are the possible adverse effects?
- Am I at an increased risk of experiencing any adverse effects?
- May I view before-and-after photographs or speak with microdermabrasion patients?
- What will be the cost of treatment?
Your dermatologist will examine your skin during the consultation. This enables you to determine whether microdermabrasion can effectively treat the aging signs that concern you. You may discover that another cosmetic procedure is more appropriate for you. If microdermabrasion is indicated, your dermatologist will discuss the procedure with you.
Vital information to communicate to your dermatologist
Before undergoing microdermabrasion, you should inform your dermatologist of all medical conditions and medications you are currently taking. Your dermatologist must know if you have any of the following:
- Breakouts of cold sores.
- Easily scarred skin.
- Been prescribed isotretinoin, a medication used to treat severe acne.
When your dermatologist inquires about your medications, be sure to disclose all medicines you take, including those that do not require a prescription. Make sure to include all vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements.
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About the Author:
Germie Alderite is a Registered Medical Technologist in the Philippines. She is currently studying Doctor of Medicine in the said country. Germie worked in an Adventist Wellness Center for a year before entering Medical School. She believes that many transgress the laws of health through ignorance, thus, people need instruction. They need to be impressed with the importance of making their knowledge a guide of life. Physician has many opportunities both of imparting a knowledge of health principles and of showing the importance of putting them into practice.
