What is microdermabrasion?

I've heard a lot about microdermabrasion, but what is it? How does Microdermabrasion work. Thks!

2 answers to “What is microdermabrasion?”

A: Microdermabrasion treatments

Julia Carroll, MD

Hi Dana, Thanks for the question. Microdermabrasion is a simple convenient procedure used in patients with early signs of ageing and sun damage. Those with minimal superficial scarring and hyperpigmentation can also benefit. It is non-invasive procedure with no discomfort or recovery time. It has... more

A: Microdermabrasion

Jason D. Meier, MD

Dana, Microdermabrasion is a mechanical method to remove the most superficial layer of dead skin cells called the stratum corneum. There are two basic methods that are utilized in clinical practice, diamond and crystal. The diamond system uses diamond chips that abrade the surface layer and have the advantage... more

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