How much does dermabrasion cost?

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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2 answers to “How much does dermabrasion cost?”

A: Dermabrasion costs will vary from surgeon to surgeon

Sanjay Grover, MD

Prices for all cosmetic procedures will vary from surgeon to surgeon. This is the case with dermabrasion. There is no set price schedule that plastic surgeons use. Each plastic surgeon may feel that a specific procedure is more ideally suited for one patient versus another in the same area. I recommend you... more

A: Two types of Dermabrasion

Hisham Seify, MD, PhD

Dermabrasion has to be performed by a physician. Topical, local, or monitored anaesthesia could be needed during this procedure. The average price will be around $1500. Microdermabrasion could be performed by an aesthetician. It is a lighter and more superficial treatment.

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