What is Microdermabrasion?

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 been available in Europe since the late 1980s using corundum aluminum oxide mineral microcrystals to remove dead or damaged superficial cells. The most commonly treated areas... more

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 of creating less "dust" than the crystal method and can be used around the eyes easier. With repeated treatments, either method can provide a modest benefit of smoother... more

Hi there- Microdermabrasion in a mechanical peel that will polish away dull, damaged layers of skin. In our Orlando Plastic Surgery and Skin Care Center, we prefer the Accelafuze Microdermabrasion system, which is crystal free. The treatment is performed with an abrasive tip that will polish away your outermost layers of skin but not leave you feeling "sandy" like a crytal machine will. This process removes damaged skin cells and encourages new healthy cells to come to the... more

Microdermabrasion is a office-based method to smooth the skin and reduce fine wrinkles. In traditional dermabrasion, the layers of the skin were removed with a rotating sandpaper-like mechanism. In microdermabrasion, the method is much more gentle but can achieve nice results even on the first treatment.

Microdermabrasion is a simple procedure. The machine fires out crystals that bounce of the surface of the skin, taking with it the outer layer of dead cells and some of the superficial yuck (not quite a recognized medical term), that we all have on our skin. The suction on the machine is used to draw up the dead cells and crystals into the machine. It is useful for early signs of aging and sun-damage. Patients with hyper-pigmentation and minimal scarring can also benefit. It can be a good... more