Dermabrasion

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How Painful is Dermabrasion on a Scale of 1 to 10? 9 answers

The research I did on dermabrasion shows that a metal wheel spins across your skin, peeling away the surface. Kind of like a mini-scalping. I'm...
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Dermabrasion Vs. Microdermabrasion: What's the Difference? 8 answers

I have had microdermabrasion for years. but should i get dermabrasion for longer lasting results?  what's the difference between...
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Dermabrasion Didn't Help my Ice Pick Scars 7 answers

I had dermabrasion done at the beginning of this summer. My dermatologist said my scars were deep enough that the laser would not make enough of a...
acne scars after ice pick scar

What is Dermabrasion? 7 answers

What is dermabrasion used to treat?  thank you for your information
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How Much Does Dermaplaning Cost? 6 answers

What is the usual price range for a dermaplaning treatment?
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Is There an Alternative to Dermabrasion for Acne Scars? 6 answers

Is dermabrasion still the best method to reduce acne scars? My dermatologist recommended it to me and I think (or hope) that there is probably a...
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Laser for Dermabrasion Scars? 6 answers

Hi, I have a question about Fraxel Restore. I received dermabrasion about two years ago on a few acne scars on my chin. Unfortunately, the scars...
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How Can I Reverse Bad Dermabrasion Results? 6 answers

I'm an African American and I made the mistake of having a full faced dermabrasion to help treat acne scarring. The results were devastating,...
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Is Dermaplaning Safe for Women with Tan or Olive Skin Color? 6 answers

I'm a 32-year-old hispanic woman, and I have a little sun damage, fine lines, and some skin discoloration. My dermatologist recommends...
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Is Dermabrasion Effective for Deep Acne Scars? 6 answers

Hi, I'm considering dermabrasion for my acne scars. Most of my scars are 0.2-0.5 mm deep. Is the dermabrasion the right one or should I go for the...
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How Well Can Dermabrasion Remove a Tattoo? 6 answers

I had a tattoo on my back which I had lasered at least 7 or 8 times and realized that my green ink would just never go away. I then got a cover up and...
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Dermabrasion Procedure for Shallow Acne Scars 5 answers

Hi, how long do you need to continue your social activities after dermabrasion? And do you take medicine to lessen pain? If I have 20 sessions of...
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Removing Vertical Lip Lines Product Advice 5 answers

Twenty years ago, I had dermabrasion for vertical lip lines. One line was "erased" forever. There is now a small indentation where it used...
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What is Dermaplaning? 4 answers

Can an expert explain more about the treatment called dermaplane  
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How Many Dermaplaning Sessions Are Required to See the Results? 4 answers

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Dermaplane and Hair Growth 4 answers

Does Dermaplane increase hair growth on the face?
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Are Dermabrasion Results Really Depth-dependent? 4 answers

Do superfacial or very mildly depressed scars (acne-pox) respond better than deeper ones?
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Dermaroller/Dermabrasion While on Low Dose Accutane 4 answers

I've been getting dermaroller/dermabrasion procedures done by my dermatologist for acne scar treatments, but I tend to occasionally break out (a...
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Can Dermabrasion Help with Scar Under the Eyebrow? 4 answers

What can be done about the scar under my right eyebrow? It's been there since childhood. My brother hit me in the face and head with a metal toy truck...
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Eczema and Dermabrasion 4 answers

I have had what has been diagnosed as lichen striata on the back of my left thigh since i was 14. I am now 21 and I am totally frustrated. I used make...
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Would a Peeling or Dermabrasion Treatment Work for Getting Rid of Keratosis Pilaris? 4 answers

I have a bad keratosis pilaris on my legs and upper arms it looks like little red bumps and they get worse when it's cold. Sometimes hair gets...
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Can I Use Bleaching Cream (Topical 4% Hydroquinone) and Have Dermabrasion at the Same Time 4 answers

I have several dark spots result from glycolic acid burn at the spa. I saw dermatologist who prescribes topical 4% hydroquinone bleaching cream. Can I...
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How Much Does Dermabrasion Cost? 3 answers

I have acne pick scars and want to try dermabrasion to reduce the appearance. what do i need to spend to get this done by a doctor (vs. an esthetician)?
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Dermabrasion for Ice Pick Scars? 3 answers

Does Dermabrasion work on ice pick marks on my face?
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Dermabrasion for Burn Scar? 3 answers

I have post burn scar covering my chin due to uneven skin grafting. Can I go for dermabrasion?

Will Dermabrasion Help Scars on Legs? 3 answers

I have scars on my legs since i was very young, i'm 30 years old now and I still use long jeans because of emberrasment. Is there anything i can do to...
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How to Use at Home Dermabrasion System? 3 answers

I have recently purchased some at-home products. I am having trouble figuring out in which order to use them. I have the advanced Dermabrasion system,...
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Possible to Do Dermabrasion at Home? 3 answers

I have two acne scars on my nose and a few on my chin and cheeks. the ones on my nose are driving me nuts. Docs say not bad enough for dermabrasions...
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Dermabrasion for Thin, Scarred Skin After Taking Accutane? 3 answers

I've been taking accutane for 9 days(2 months ago)I don't know what happend, but my skin become thin, and very fragile.Now I have some texture...
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Will Dermabrasion Help with Scars After Alar Reduction? 3 answers

Hi, would dermabrasion help with these scars that I have post alar reduction ?

Active FX Combined with Dermabrasion for Acne Scars? 3 answers

I went to a Plastic Surgeon (Boarded Certified) and he recommended Active FX with dermabrasion in some areas for mild acne scarring. Is it common to...
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What is the Difference Between the Depth of Dermabrasion vs. Microlaser Peel? 3 answers

I am assuming dermabrasion goes deeper?
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Is a Board Certified Dermatologist the Best Way to Go for Dermabrasion? 3 answers

Is a Board Certified Dermatologist the Best Way to Go for Dermabrasion?
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What's the Difference Between Dermabrasion and Dermaplaning? 2 answers

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Acell Matristem After Dermabrasion? 2 answers

What do you think about using Acell Matristem, an extracellar matrix, after a dermabrasion for acne scars?
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Results for Enlarged Pores After Dermabrasion 2 answers

I had Dermabrasion a month ago. How long until I see the results for enlarged pores?
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How Do I Remove a Scar Made More Visible by Dermabrasion? 2 answers

Two years ago I had a squamous cell removed with MOHS. I had 8 stiches and it looked pretty good, no scar on the incision, except it was bumpy. I...
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Would Acell Wound Care Sheet Help After Dermabrasion for Scars? 2 answers

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Dermabrasion for Purple Scar? 2 answers

About a year ago I fell off my bike and scraped my whole nose and it left a big purple scrape on my nose but its not deep its just the top layer of...
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Is It Normal for Open Comedones to Develop in an Area Recently Treated by Dermabrasion? 2 answers

I had spot dermabrasion three weeks ago to remove an indented scar. After two weeks, I went in for a consultation, and I was told I could begin to...
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Can Dermabrasion Help to Reduce Burn Scars on Face? 2 answers

I had a skin problem and was told to use a cream to eliminate it, but instead it burned my face. Now I still have the skin problem and the scars. I...
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Can I Have Max Strength Dermabrasion? 1 answer

Dear Doctors  I'm 29 and Still  Have Acne Scars Even After 2 Dermabrasion Procedures  i live far from the US but want to...
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Is is Helpful to Use Retin-A on the Face Following Dermabrasion? 1 answer

I had dermbrasion on a scar on my forehead about 4 weeks ago. I was wondering if it is best to keep using something like dermatix ultra, which I have...
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Will Dermabrasion Smooth a Hypertrophic Scar in Tear Trough? 1 answer

Hypertrophic scar in tear trough, LaserGenesis did little.Will Dermabrasion smooth it? The injury is from acid, (not a chemical peel!) about 6 months...
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Dermabrasion 6 Months After Active FX for Acne Scars and Hyperpigmentation 1 answer

I had laser active x in my face for acne scars and hyperpigmentation and did not do anything. That was 6 months ago. And now I would like to have a...

Deep Wrinkling After Dermabrasion - Permanent Damage? 1 answer

I had dermabrasion done in early august around my upper and lower lips. i look worse around the corners of my mouth now than before. I now have deep...
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What is the Difference Between Silkpeel Dermalinfusion and Dermabrasion? 1 answer

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Pigmentation differences after dermabrasion on one cheek 1 answer

A Year Ago I Had Dermabrasion on One Cheek. I had hypopigmentation and now one cheek is obviously lighter and it is difficult to apply make-up that...
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Dermabrasion Post Care How to Avoid PIH 1 answer

I have been local superficial dermabrasion on perioral area for hyperpigmentation. After the treatment I figured out that is not recomended for my...
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Chance of Developing Keloids After Dermabrasion 1 answer

Im 32ys female asian, prone to keloid fromation on my arms and buttocks. I had dermal abrasion 2 days back for my acne scar on my cheeks, do i have...
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Is Vibradermabrasion Unhealthy for Your Skin? 1 answer

I've been considering getting facial vibradermabrasion done as an alternative to microdermabrasion and chemical peels. I have heard...
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Red Bruise on Face Now a Black Spot: Will Dermabrasion or Microdermerbrasion Help? 1 answer

About four weeks ago I had a red bruise on my face. The bruise turned into a dark spot on my face. Will dermabrasion or micro dermabrasion remove it?...
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Is It Safe to Have Dermabrasion After Having Laser Treatments Prior? (Photos) 1 answer

Hi there. 2 times l ve done CO 2 laser years ago. Last time it was in 2009 but cant see big result. Now I decided to take a dermabrasion, but worry...
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Can Dermabrasion Be Done on the Stomach? 1 answer

I was wondering if dermabrasion can be done on the stomach to get rid of scars (moles removed and a tummy tuck)and many sebhorric keratosis. Is the...
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How Much Does Dermabrasion Cost for a Small (About .5cm in Diameter) Facial Scar? (photo) 1 answer

I had a small cut underneath my left eye (right where the cheekbone starts)which healed poorly since it had gotten infected. About 2 years after it...
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