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What is the Difference Between the Depth of Dermabrasion vs. Microlaser Peel?

asked 1 year ago by dre in Minneapolis, MN
Latest answer by Daniel Shapiro, MD
Question viewed 211 times
Tags: comparison, depth

I am assuming dermabrasion goes deeper?

4 answers to What is the Difference Between the Depth of Dermabrasion vs. Microlaser Peel?

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A real dermabrasion goes deep into the skin with the skin raw and oozing for a week.

Real dermabrasions go deep into the skin and cause raw , oozy wounds  which look like when you fall down and scrap your knees.  They do great for improving scars.  Micro laser and micro dermabrasions are very superficial and look like nothing happened and are good for maintenance of the skin .
David Hansen, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Dermabrasion vs. Microlaser Peel

Microdermabrasion is the most simple way to evenly and safely exfoliate the skin without chemicals or laser. This process rejuvenates the skin by using ultra-fine crystals to remove the upper layers of the epidermis, increasing the production of collagen and elastin, resulting in firmer, more youthful looking skin. Microdermabrasion will subtly minimize fine lines and wrinkles, acne and scarring, enlarged pores, and lighten age spots. Results are seen after the first treatment, and best... more
Daniel Shapiro, MD

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon
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Difference between dermabrasion and microdermabrasion

I agree it's confusing because there's the name "dermabrasion" in both procedures but they're COMPLETELY different! Not even in the same ballpark. Dermabrasion is a very invasive procedure using a motorized drill device to remove the top layer of skin leaving behind a raw wound. There is a long healing time associated with this procedure. Dermabrasion helps with deep acne scars, surgical scars, and wrinkles. Microdermabrasion is completely... more
M. Christine Lee, MD

Walnut Creek Dermatologic Surgeon
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Dermabrasion vs. Microlaser Peel

There is a huge trend towards minimally invasive surgery and procedures.  By-and-large, this is a good thing.  Less isn't always more though, but can be enough.  For instance, micro-dermabrasion doesn't get results as impressive as real dermabrasion, but for minor skin damage, it can create a satisfactory result. Similarly, Micro-laser peel (by the use of the word Micro) is a lower level laser with a more superficial penetration, hence a more subtle improvement of... more
Navin K. Singh, MD

Washington DC Plastic Surgeon

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