Sacramento Dermabrasion doctors

Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH
Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon
2521 Stockton Blvd Suite 6206, Sacramento
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Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
450 Sutter Street Suite 2433, San Francisco
Thomas E. Kaniff, MD Thomas E. Kaniff, MD
Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon
631 Fulton Avenue, Sacramento
Andrew Pichler, MD Andrew Pichler, MD
Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon
6633 Coyle Ave Suite 2, Carmichael
Margaret Skiles, MD Margaret Skiles, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon
920 Chestnut St, Yuba City

Recent Answers

Is is Helpful to Use Retin-A on the Face Following Dermabrasion?

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 been using, or to switch to Retin A to get the best results. Thanks.
A: What to use on a scar after dermabrasion

Dear bjh,  Taking care of your scar after dermabrasion can help maximize your results.

  • Most surgeons would recommend a pre-dermabrasion treatment with retin-A for a month or so.
  • Stop Retin-A for at least a month after dermabrasion.  I suggest at least two months
  • The Dermatix is a soft silicone occlusive dressing and some studies have shown benefits on scars with silicone sheeting, but I am not convinced of the gel form yet.
  • Sunscreen and reapplication of the sunscreen are imperative in the year after your treatment.

Best wishes

Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH
Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon
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