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Microdermabrasion and Lichen Planus
asked 1 year ago by bosbos in lebanon
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
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Tags: dry skin
i would like to know if microdermabrasion can help on the pigmentation (dark brown areas) of lichen planus or dry skin? thank you
1 answer to Microdermabrasion and Lichen Planus
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I never heard of treating lichen planus per se with microdermabrasion. I suppose if the lesion has totally flattened out and you are left with post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation, then it might be an option. However, it would be far down on my list.
Lichen planus is best treated with intralesional cortisone injections. Topical steroids are used concomittently.
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist