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Can a Diabetic Have Microdermabrasion?

asked 2 years ago by 3937anon in california
Latest answer by Joshua Zeichner, MD
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3 answers to Can a Diabetic Have Microdermabrasion?

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Microdermabrasion is safe for diabetic patients

Microdermabrasian is a procedure in which the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin are gently removed to expose fresh, healthy skin below.  There is no contra-indication for a diabetic patient to receive this procedure on the face. Diabetic patients may have poor wound healing in areas such as the legs.  However, microdermabrasion should not create a wound if performed correctly.
Joshua Zeichner, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Microdermabrasion safety

Microdermabrasion is a very safe procedure.  It is a superficial mechanical, as opposed to chemical, exfoliation of the skin.  It is safe for the diabetic patient.   It is, however,  important to relay your medical history to the office where your having the procedure done so they can tailor the microdermasion for your specific condition.
Lisa Kates, MD

Annapolis Dermatologist
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Microdermabrasion should not lead to any issues in a diabetic

Microdermabrasion should not lead to any issues in a diabetic. You should be under good control however just to decrease any reaction or possible infection with the microdermabrasion. Even if you sugars were not under total control the chance of something happening with superficial microdermabrasion is extremely small. Microdermbrasion is a very superficial skin facial treatment and should not affect the skin's water tight barrier to a great degree. So introduction of foreign... more
Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

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