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Should I Try Microdermabrasion for Bottom Acne and Scars?
Asked 29 months ago by
lasvegasgirl in Las Vegas, NV
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Microdermabrasion would not help Bottom acne or acne scars
Acne is caused by plugging of the oil glands. The plugs are too deep for microdermabrasion to be of any help.
Microdermabrasion is equivalent to a mild peel. It may help the acne medicine penetrate easier, but it adds greatly to the irritation.
The best treatment is similar to that of facial acne, with Benzoyl Peroxide in a.m., a retinoid at night, and, in the beginning, some oral antibiotics.
It is also very important to avoid tight fitting garments which contribute greatly to plugging...
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Scarring revision for buttock areas
Microdermbrasion would be a relatively conservative way to go about scar revision on buttock areas. Keep in mind that you may have to do a dozen microdermabrasion a month apart before you start to see any improvement. If you don't see significant results after numerous microdermbrasion, you may need to see an experienced board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who is well-versed in the art and science of Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing.