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Microdermabrasion

What it is: Microdermabrasion is a skin care treatment technique meant to remedy skin conditions related to sun damage and the signs of aging.  The most common method uses a device to spray very small crystals on the face that scrape away the outermost dermal layer, which is intended to remove irregularities and rejuvenate the skin.

What it addresses:  Mild skin conditions including:

- Sun spots
- Scars
- Facial wrinkles
- Uneven skin tone

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Microdermabrasion for acne: do medical spas and dermatologists use same treatment?

My 20 year old daughter has had acne for many years. No other treatment has worked. A dermatologist has recommended microdermabrasion. She has dark spots under her skin. Is there a difference between microdermabrasion performed by a dermatologist as opposed to a spa?

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Asked by: LeslieES
Holtsville

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July 31, 2008

Who does the microdermabrasion....

Susanne B. Schultz, LC, MA
Susanne B. Schultz, LC, MA

One has to be careful when considering microdermabrasion treatments. A spa may have an Aesthetician trained to do microdermabrasion, better known as mechanical exfoliation, but he or she is limited to working with the outermost layer of the skin. If the spa is under the direction of an "on site" physician they may have more sophisticated equipment and better trained staff.

Dermatologists deal with diseases of the skin, though some do cosmetic procedures as well.

It's best to do your homework, call around and ask the right questions. There are different types of microdermabrasion as well as lasers that help reduce the appearance of acne scars and hyperpigmentation. Consult a medical spa or cosmetic practice with a well trained staff.

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