New York Dermabrasion doctors

Microdermabrasion is a light "peel" that has no downtime.  It gives you a freshened look by removing the very top layer of skin cells.  It may improve very shallow acne scarring, skin tone and lighten superficial wrinkles.  Dermabrasion is much deeper procedure as it removes the skin down to the deeper collagen layer so the skin is fully resurfaced.  Some patients have this done around their mouth to smooth out any fine or deep wrinkles or some choose to have their entire face done because of acne scarring.  The downtime is generally around 10 days, with some prolonged redness possible in some patients.  Once healed (7-10 days) you may cover up any redness with make-up.  I would consult with your plastic surgeon to see which procedure would work best for the results you are trying to achieve.

Dermabrasion for superficial acne scarring can be a very effective method if they are truly surface scars.  Other ways to improve acne scarring are by using the Fraxel laser or by excising the scar.  The Fraxel laser  rejuvenates the skin by stimulating your body's own collagen forming process.  Excising the scar is the other option.  The scar is excised and sutures are placed to remove the hole in the skin and replace it with a flat line.  Then, dermabrasion can smooth out the line.  Consult your plastic surgeon to see which method would be appropriate for your needs. 

A dermabrasion can make your skin look smoother, but not less red.  Treatment with the pulsed dye laser can help lessen the redness and improve the appearance of the skin.  Although there is no known "cure" for keratosis pilaris, it can be controlled with treatments such as the above.