What are the uses?
Dermabrasion : was created to treat acne scars, chickenpox marks, and scars caused by accidents or diseases. It is ineffective in treating congenital skin defects, the majority of moles, pigmented birthmarks, and burn scars. Dermabrasion is generally considered to be safe only for individuals with fair skin as it can cause scarring or discoloration in people with darker skin.
Microdermabrasion is safe and effective on all skin types and colors. It produces subtle changes in the skin’s color and texture without causing scarring. It is ineffective for treating more severe scars, stretch marks, wrinkles, or deep acne scars. There is less downtime with microdermabrasion than with dermabrasion. Ther redness goes away within 24 hours. It is non-invasive and does not require anesthetics or surgery. This may benefit individuals who are unable to take “down time” for healing.
How Do They Work?
Dermabrasion is performed in a physician’s office. You may be given medication to help you relax before the procedure begins. . Your skin will be thoroughly cleansed, and you will receive injections of numbing medicine to numb the treatment area. The doctor will use a high-speed instrument equipped with an abrasive wheel or brush to remove the outer layers of your skin and smooth out any irregularities on the surface of your skin.
Microdermabrasion is a procedure in which tiny crystals are sprayed onto the skin to remove the outer layer gently. Because this technique is less aggressive than dermabrasion, no numbing medication is required. It is essentially a skin exfoliation and rejuvenation procedure that results in softer, brighter skin.
Are Dermabrasion and Microdermabrasion Safe?
Some of the adverse effects of dermabrasion are the following:
- Inconsistent color changes in the skin (temporary or permanent)
- Scar formation
- Swelling
- Infection
Skin darkening (usually temporary but may be permanent) may be caused by sun exposure in the days and months following the procedure.
Microdermabrasion side effects may include the following:
- Irritation vecaused by crystals entering unprotected eyes
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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